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The Team

Who We Are

Ashley Davis, BCBA

Owner, Clinical Director

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Texas Licensed Behavior Analyst 

I am a board-certified behavior analytic specialist with 10 years of experience in the field. I have always had a heart for children and knew when I was in grade school, I wanted to grow up to work in a field that services children. In my experience I have worked with a wide range of children on the autism spectrum with other comorbid diagnosis such as, down syndrome and ADHD. The age range that I have worked with includes, children from 18 months to 16 years and young adults from 18-22 years old. When asked about my passion within the field, I am most passionate about early intervention and catering to children on the autism spectrum during their earliest stages of development. I highly believe in allowing ABA to be a creative and fun process to tackling behavioral deficits. I am also very passionate about the connections I make with the families I service. I never want families to feel like another number but instead want them to know they are connected and cared for. I graduated with an undergraduate degree in psychology with an emphasis in childhood development; and went on later to earn my master's degree in school psychology and a specialist degree in behavior analysis. I am blessed to have a team that is compassionate and caring in all the areas I know are important in this field; they are all patient, kind and intentional; and through my organization are changing the narrative of the field and providing meaningful care.

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Jessica Holmes (Equine Studies)

Lead Registered Behavior Therapist

My name is Jessica Holmes, my friends and family call me Jess. I have a 10-year old son named Brody,  that I absolutely adore. When I am not working, you can find me at all of my sons sporting events and/or the emergency room, as he is all boy and very active. lol My munchkin definitely keeps me on my toes. In addition to hanging out with Brody, I LOVE Mexican food, green tea and country music. Not many people know this about me, but I also use to sing. I am a BIG animal person; all rescues and I absolutely love working with children; it has been my life's work. Over the past 10 years I have been in the pre-K classroom working with children between the ages of 2-3 years old and I'd love to think that my nitch is finding new and creative ways to help littles learn. I have been working with children for almost 20 years and have found that when learning is made fun, children tend to excel. More recently in my classroom I have had the experience of being able to teach several children on the autism spectrum, which is what has drawn me to ABA. My love for children and my desire to continuously learn new ways to help them excel, regardless of diagnosis, has ignited a new spark in me to learn and implement ABA to help children become the best versions of themselves that they can be. 

Kate Johnson-Taylor (Counseling Studies)

Lead Registered Behavior Therapist 

Hi, my name is Catherine Johnson-Taylor, but everyone calls me Kate. My family and I have been a part of the greater Killeen/Fort Cavazos military community for over 10 years. I have been an RBT for over 5 years. I have worked with children between the ages of 2 and 14 years old with autism and other comorbid diagnosis. I understand the unique challenges that the children and families in this community experience. As a therapist I am passionate about improving the lives of our clients and their families through the practice of ABA. I believe that the best way to impact change and facilitate growth is through creativity, collaboration, and compassion, and the best way to learn is through play! I am passionate about making learning a fun and enjoyable experience each day with these amazing kids!  

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Dajia Davis (BCaBA Intern)

Lead Registered Behavior Therapist

Hi, My name is Dajia. Me and my family moved from Arkansas to Killeen 18 years ago. As a therapist, I have thoroughly enjoyed working with a variety of amazing kiddos all with unique, fun, and lovable personalities! Currently, I am studying to become a BCaBA and am excited to expand my knowledge in order to serve the children in my community the best way I can. My main objective when providing services is creating a comfortable and fun environment for your child to thrive, learn, and grow. It is imperative for every child to be treated with respect and compassion and every technician to always practice patience, kindness, and consistency. I am a first-time mom to a beautiful baby girl that I love and adore. She has certainly become the focal point of my life, and I am motivated to be the best mom and therapist I can be, so that I am someone she will be proud of. In my free time I enjoy reading, going for runs, and cooking for me and my family. Working for children has been my passion for as long as I can remember, and I find much fulfillment in making an impact in the lives of the families I serve!  

Christi Weathers (BCBA Intern)

Registered Behavior Therapist

Hello, my name is Christi Weathers, my family and I have been apart from Copperas Cove Texas for my whole life. I just married my husband last March 2024 and he is helping me raise my grandson who I adopted in 2017. I have three grown children, one of which has autism. I have been working with children between the ages of 6 weeks to 18 for over twenty years both in public and private schools. I have my master’s in special educations and am currently working on master’s in applied Behavior Analysis with the Area of Study Autism Spectrum Disorder. I went into this field because of the passion that I have for my sons that have autism and being there voice and letting them know they could do anything they wanted if they put their minds to it. I want other children and parents to know the same thing. I choose to write on the Dyamond group setting because of how I raised my autistic child who is now living on his own. As his caregiver when he was an adult, I had to teach him how to do many things that he didn’t know how do independently so that he was able to live in his own apartment. The first thing that I taught him was how to be his clothes and I found this video on the steps that show what I did to show him. When teaching him he had all his clothes in the basket, then put them in the washer, once in the washer I bought him pod for both tide and downy. At times he would get mad because the washer would take a long time to wash, but I told him to breathe, and we could watch tv or do something else while we wait. He chooses a puzzle most of the time. Once the laundry was done, I had him place it in the dryer with dryer sheets of paper and make sure he had everything ready to go once it was dry, hangers and basket. During this time, we talked about not all washers and dryers are the same. I took him to a laundromat and showed him the washer and dyers that took money, and he asked why they did, and I explained why. When he moved out his apartment area laundromat took credit card, and he called me, and I had to walk him through where to put the card because he didn’t know how to do it but he was able to wash his clothes. I was super proud of him that day.

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Melinda Aguirre

Registered Behavior Therapist

Hi, my name is Melinda, but everyone calls me Meli. I was born and raised in Texas and I am a motivated, compassionate RBT eager to continue gaining hands on experience working with children diagnosed with autism. I am committed to creating a supportive, nurturing environment and helping children develop and strengthen essential life skills. Previously, I worked in a daycare setting for two years, caring for children ranging from 3 months to 12 years old, which strengthened my ability to meet diverse developmental and emotional needs. In my free time, I enjoy spending quality time with my children and participating in family oriented activities such as visiting zoos, aquariums, and farms. I also volunteer regularly at my children’s school events and field trips. Additionally, I enjoy going on hiking trails, appreciating nature, painting, and lifting at the gym. Working with children is truly a blessing, and I am grateful to be on a career path where I can make a meaningful, positive impact in their lives.

Areyia Sidnez

Registered Behavior Therapist

Hi, my name is Areyia but everyone calls me Rey! I have two years of experience as a registered behavior therapist. I was born and raised right here in Killeen, TX. I love helping children learn, grow, and build confidence through fun, positive sessions filled with encouragement. When I’m not at work, you can usually find me hanging out with my mom and stealing her cooking recipes or coming up with new arts and crafts ideas for the company! My goal is to one day become a BCBA and open up my own clinic right here in my hometown. I believe this work is part of my purpose and a way I serve God through caring for others! Thank you for trusting us with your precious little ones!

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Brittany Bradshaw (BCaBA Intern)

Registered Behavior Therapist

Hello! My name is Brittany Bradshaw, although most people call me Brit or Bird. I’m an Oklahoma native, proud military spouse to an EOD Technician, and mom to two amazing kids, plus a bonus mom to three! I have been a Registered Behavior Technician for a year and bring passion and empathy to the clients I work with. Before becoming an RBT, I worked as a paraprofessional, where I discovered my love for helping children develop independence and confidence. I’m dedicated to creating positive, supportive environments where every small step forward is celebrated. I would describe myself as patient, creative, and as someone with a bubbly personality and plenty of energy. I love using play-based learning to connect with my clients and make sessions engaging and fun while supporting meaningful growth. When I’m not working, you’ll probably find me thrift shopping, reading a good book, or experimenting in the kitchen with new recipes for my family. I love finding joy in simple things and believe that kindness and laughter go a long way! 

Angie Pascual

Registered Behavior Therapist

Hi! I’m Angie Pascual. My husband and I recently made the move to Texas, and I’m so excited to be part of this amazing community! I’m a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) who believes that learning should always be fun and meaningful. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Miami, where I discovered my passion for working with children. During my time as an intern teacher with Teach for America (Pre-K–3), I learned how important it is to listen to kids and make sure they feel heard and supported.I transitioned into the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in 2024 and became an RBT. I’m so grateful to be able to help my clients reach their goals and grow every day. My favorite part of what I do is seeing my clients’ progress and celebrating all their big and small wins along the way!

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Frankie Clark

Executice Assistant / Office Manager 

My name is Frankie Clark, I moved from Alabama to Texas 13 years ago. I am a prior business owner who has over 30 years of experience in an office Executive/Administrative role for major corporations. My most rewarding job was working as a Registrar at a high school with parents and their children. I am a master in creating company documents. I thrive on managing complex schedules, coordinating meetings, and ensuring seamless operations. I was the Treasurer of Newcomers of San Antonio 2012-2015. I also, was the treasurer and later became the President of Black Women Leadership Alliance (BWLA) 2018-2023, in San Antonio. As an Executive Assistant at Radiant Rising ABA, I look forward to being a part of a dynamic team of professionals who are working to make a difference in the lives of children.

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