Behavior Support/ABA Therapy
Heather Skeen, M.A., BCBA, LBA
Heather founded Providence Behavior Therapy in 2019. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and a Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in Texas. She's been in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) since 2009. Over the course of her career Heather has worked in various-sized private agencies as well as a state Deaf school.
Heather has provided behavior therapy and related services in clinics, homes, community settings (e.g., stores, parks, restaurants), schools, and daycares. She has worked with children, adolescents, and adults, specializing in toddlers through teenagers. Additionally, she has experience serving the Deaf/hard of hearing community. She has a Deaf+/DeafDisabled child and has been learning and using American Sign Language (ASL) daily since 2015.
Heather completed her undergraduate degrees in Psychology and English at Aurora University in 2009 and graduated from Valparaiso University in 2011 with a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. In 2013, she earned her ABA certificate from Florida Institute of Technology. She became a BCBA in 2014.
Heather sees clients in Buda and Northwest Austin. She accepts BCBS, Anthem, and United insurance plans.
Populations:
- Autism
- Caregivers of Autistic kids
- Twice exceptional (2e)
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Challenging behavior
- Autism and IDD with co-occurring mood disorders
- Deaf/Hard of hearing
- Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
Common topics:
- Behavior support and management
- Parent/caregiver support
- Communication
- Autism support
- Toilet training
- Self-management skills
- Social behavior and interactions
Tiffany Dobry-Mendoza, M.A., BCBA
Tiffany joined PBT in December 2023. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). She has been in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) field since 2020.
Tiffany has provided behavior therapy in clinics, homes, and schools. She has worked primarily with children, specializing in ages 2-11. She has experience working with non-speaking/non-vocal clients and using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices.
Tiffany completed her undergraduate degree in Psychology at Texas A&M University in 2019. She graduated from Arizona State University in August 2023, with a master’s degree in Special Education with an Applied Behavior Analysis concentration.
Tiffany sees clients in Buda and Northwest Austin. She accepts BCBS, Anthem, and United insurance plans.
Populations:
- Autism
- Challenging behavior
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
Common topics:
- Behavior support and management
- Communication skills
- Self-management skills
- Adaptive/independent living skills
- Play and leisure
- Social behavior and interactions
Jacie Atteng, A.A., RBT, BEI Basic, EIPA 3.7
Jacie joined PBT in March 2024. She is a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter. She has been in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) field since 2015 and in Deaf Education since 2018.
Jacie has provided behavior therapy in clinic and home settings. She also has provided interpreting services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing , including Deaf+/DeafDisabled students, within the public school system. She has worked with a diverse age range of children, from ages 2-19. Her work is primarily with Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients using ASL and non-vocal clients.
Jacie completed her degree in Interpreter Training at Baker College in 2012. She received her Board for Evaluation of Interpreters (BEI) license in 2017. She further received a 3.7 in her Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) for elementary age children in 2019. She became an RBT in 2023.
Jacie sees clients in Buda and Northwest Austin. She accepts BCBS, Anthem, and United insurance plans.
Populations:
- Autism
- Deaf/Hard of hearing
- Challenging behavior
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
- Emerging language users
Common topics:
- Behavior support and management
- Communication skills
- Self-management skills
- Adaptive/independent living skills
- Play and leisure
- Social behavior and interactions
Kayt-Lyn Johnson, M.A., BCBA, LBA
Kayt-Lyn joined PBT in September 2024. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and a Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in Texas. She's been in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for over 10 years.
Her passion for working with Autistic individuals was further shaped during her time as an au pair, where she lived with families who had Autistic children. This unique experience gave her a deep understanding of the importance of compassionate, individualized care.
In her practice, Kayt-Lyn is committed to creating positive, supportive environments for her clients, fostering growth and independence through thoughtful, empathetic ABA interventions. Outside of work, she enjoys practicing yoga, spending time with her dog, and exploring new culinary delights.
She earned both her undergraduate and master's degrees from the University of Kansas, where she developed a strong foundation in evidence-based practices.
Kayt-lyn sees clients in Buda and Northwest Austin. She accepts BCBS, Anthem, and United insurance plans.
Populations:
- Autism
- Challenging behavior
- Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Common topics:
- Behavior support and management
- Parent support
- Communication skills
- Autism support
- Toilet training
- Self-management skills
- Social behavior and interactions
Lauralea Drummond, B.A., RBT
Lauralea joined PBT in January 2025. She is a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). With a background in education dating back to 2017, she has specialized in Deaf Education—working with both Deaf and Deaf+ students—since 2021. Lauralea has experience supporting children aged 3 to 14 and has been dedicated to learning and using American Sign Language (ASL) since 2021.
She earned her undergraduate degree in Spanish from Texas State University in 2006. Lauralea discovered her passion for working with children while teaching English in Cambodia as a member of the United States Peace Corps.
Lauralea currently sees clients in Northwest Austin. She accepts BCBS, Anthem, and United insurance plans.
Populations:
- Autism
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Challenging Behavior
- Deaf/Hard of hearing
Common Topics:
- Autism support
- Behavior support and management
- Communication
- Toilet training
