Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Executive Director

BCBA from Southern Illinois-Carbondale, PhD in Organizational Leadership from TCSP, experience working in the field for 35 years.

Serves as the {President/Executive Director of Visions LLC. He has worked with people with intellectual/developmental disabilities, brain injuries, neurocognitive disorders (i.e. dementia), mental health challenges and their support networks throughout his 40-year professional career.

Dave has a Phd in Organizational Leadership from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Over the last several years Dave has developed an increased interest in “wellness and optimal health.’ He is a Certified Wellness Practitioner (CWP) through the National Wellness Institute (NWI) and a certified Health Coach through the Institute of Integrative Nutrition (IIN).

Professional Interests
From an organizational standpoint Dave is very interested and involved with transformational leadership, organizational culture, and positive psychology.

Hobbies
Fishing, Health and Wellness, Being with Family

Director of Administrative Operations
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Experienced in the field of developmental disabilities for 15 years with an extensive background working with children & young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in school and home settings. The Visions-Oregon administrative point-person for referrals, billing inquiries, and other service related requests.

Hobbies
Family, outdoors, home projects

Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Director of Western Regional Operations
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M.A. in Professional Behavior Science from Florida Institute of Technology. Experience in clinical and consultative practice.

Areas of Professional Interest
Growth and learning related to social justice and centering marginalized voices within the field of behavior analysis; Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT), Organizational Behavior Management; staff development and mentorship.

Hobbies
Running with Dora the dog, game nights with friends, corny jokes

Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Regional Director, Portland-Metro
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Serving Multnomah, Clackamas and Washington counties.
M.A. in Applied Behavior Analysis at Northeastern University. Experience working with children and adults with diverse diagnoses and support needs.

Areas of Professional Interest
PEERS certified provider, adult life skills, adult social skills training, collaborating with and training caregivers to facilitate generalization and to increase the quality of life for each individual.

Hobbies
Reading a good book, drinking tea, playing piano

Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Integration Facilitator
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Located in the Chicagoland area; providing agency-wide Diversity Equity & Inclusion oversight, training and support as the DEI Administrator.

Please see our Illinois team page for Ruchi’s full bio.

Behavior Professional
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Serving Portland-Metro counties.

B.S. in Psychology from Oregon State University. Qualified Mental Health Associate through The Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO). Experience supporting adolescents and adults with Autism, SPMI, and behavioral needs across school, home, and psychiatric day treatment settings, with a focus on behavioral support, skill development, emotional regulation, increasing independence in activities of daily living, and improved functional engagement in daily routines. 

Area of Professional Interest
Passionate about mental health and supporting individuals with disabilities in feeling seen, valued, and capable in their everyday lives. Focused on building trusting relationships with individuals and families navigating neurodivergence, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health needs. Committed to trauma-informed, person-centered care that honors individual strengths and lived experience, with an emphasis on understanding behavior as communication and supporting growth, stability, and improved quality of life.

Hobbies
Reading fantasy novels, spending time in nature through hiking, paddleboarding, and meditation, trying new coffee shops, and spending quality time with my two tuxedo cats, 15-year-old chihuahua, and husband. 

Behavior Professional
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Serving Roseburg and North Bend.

B.S. in Human Services-Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities from Minot State University. 15 years of experience working in residential and vocational programs supporting adults with I/DD, as well as a background in caregiving and case management services with Oregon Department of Human Services-Aging & People with Disabilities. 

Areas of Professional Interest
Dedicated to helping adults with IDD, seniors, and individuals with disabilities build meaningful connections and discover personal interests.

Hobbies
Going to the beach, time with friends and family, and diving into my favorite reality TV and true crime shows.

Behavior Professional
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Serving Douglas county and Lane county.

Experience providing Behavior Support Services across Oregon, including in rural communities in Eastern Oregon, predominantly serving the Older Adult (APD) population.

Areas of Professional Interest
Working with older adults; those experiencing neurological disorders; combating loneliness and isolation, helping to increase/develop activity, socialization, and meaningful lifestyles.

Hobbies
Camping, cooking, adventures with my family

Behavior Professional
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Serving Eastern Oregon.

Certification in Behavior Analysis and Master’s degree in Developmental Psychology with a concentration in Children and Adolescents from Walden University.

Areas of Professional Interest
I enjoy working with all populations with a wide variety of behaviors.

Hobbies
Outside of work, I enjoy crafting, farming, gardening, and hunting. 

Behavior Professional
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Serving Multnomah and Marion counties.

B.S. in Psychology and Social Science with a minor in Sociology from Portland State University. 5 years of experience in ABA and interventions for harmful behaviors. 

Area of Professional Interest
Collaborating with IDD community members and caretakers to foster independent living skills and promote equity. 

Hobbies
Cooking, gardening, crafting, exploring cultures through food and traveling with my husband.

Behavior Professional
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Serving rural and coastal communities in Lane county.

BA in Justice Studies from Northeastern Illinois University and MA in Nonprofit Leadership & Management from Arizona State University. Experienced case manager serving youth, adults, and families encountering destabilization and helping clients navigate transitional periods.

Areas of Professional Interest
Providing compassionate care and preserving dignity for individuals being assisted with their quality of life.

Hobbies
Playing sports and cycling. Spending time with family, pets, and friends. Horror movie aficionado.

Behavior Professional
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Serving Washington, Multnomah and Clackamas counties.

M.A. in Special Education (Applied Behavior Analysis) from Arizona State University. Experienced supporting I/DD community.

Areas of Professional Interest
Specializing in providing ongoing support to maintain positive behavior support plans.

Hobbies
Spending time with family and friends, weightlifting, and trying new coffee shops

Behavior Professional
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Serving Portland-Metro.

B.S. in Psychology from Oregon State University. Experience supporting
individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities,
including work as a Direct Support Professional. Experience providing ABA therapy.

Areas of Professional Interest
Supporting children and adults with IDD; delivering compassionate,
person-centered care; fostering independence and improving quality of
life through individualized support strategies.

Hobbies
Reading, puzzles, playing volleyball, exploring new restaurants.

Behavior Professional
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Serving Multnomah, Clackamas and Washington counties.

M.A. in Psychology. Experience working with school-aged children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in schools and group homes. Experience collaborating with caregivers to prevent and replace concerning behaviors.

Areas of Professional Interest
Supporting adults and teenagers with I/DD.

Hobbies
Sports fan who loves watching games with Baxter the dog; crocheting, reading and enjoying the outdoors.

Behavior Professional
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Serving Portland-Metro.

B.S. in Psychology with a minor in human development from Washington State University. Experience in ABA and working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities for three years. 

Area of Professional Interest

Helping others and providing support to those with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Working to help improve quality of life for those with varying neurocognitive disorders.

Hobbies

Crafts, traveling with my significant other, spending quality time with friends and taking my husky, Xaya on hikes and adventures. 

Board Certified Behavior Analyst
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Serving Multnomah, Clackamas and Washington counties.

M.A. in Behavior Analysis and Therapy from Southern Illinois University. Experience providing behavior consultation services for adults with developmental disabilities, working with several agencies to implement behavior plans based on a functional assessment of concerning and alternative behavior. Additional experience working with teenagers and adults with varying skill levels, interests, and concerns. More recent experience also includes working with kids and their families.

Areas of Professional Interest
ACT, IDD, ASD, and functional communication

Hobbies
Ice hockey, music/guitar, hiking/camping, and video games

Behavior Professional
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Serving central Oregon.

Experience in assisting youth, adults, elderly and families with substance abuse disorders, mental health and behavioral disorders while ensuring individual, child and family safety. Experience collaborating and communicating with care teams as well as providing therapeutic person-centered practices and trauma-informed care to provide the best possible support and services.

Areas of Professional Interest
Providing compassionate, person-centered and trauma-informed care while collaborating with individuals, families and caregivers to achieve the best possible outcome.

Hobbies
Reading, exploring new places with my daughter and husband, lake time, beach time, boating, attending concerts and daily walks with Nori the Havanese and Nala the Australian Shepard.

Behavior Professional
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Serving Central Oregon and Warm Springs.

B.A. in History and Master’s degree in Native American Studies, both from University of Oklahoma. Experience working with adults with I/DD in Job Development, Job Coaching, and Individual Support Plan Development.

Areas of Professional Interest
Community outreach, advocacy, working with marginalized individuals and communities, and person-centered practices.

Hobbies
Spending time with friends and family, hiking, golf, and speaking/teaching my native language (Tsalagi-Cherokee).

Behavior Professional

Serving Deschutes county.

Experience supporting both youth and older adult populations with a background in designing and implementing individualized behavior interventions. Focuses on helping each person build skills, confidence, and independence.

Area of Professional Interest
Supporting all populations with a variety of needs and behaviors.

Hobbies
Spending time with friends and family, hiking, skiing, mountain biking and rafting.