Danielle Sutton, Ph.D., BCBA-D
Licensed Psychologist
Board Certified Behavior Analyst – Doctoral

Dr. Danielle Sutton is a licensed psychologist and a doctoral level board certified behavior analyst who has been providing clinical services to individuals with autism and related disabilities for over 25 years. Dr. Sutton obtained her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of California at San Diego, her master’s degree in social work from the University of California at Berkeley, and a second master’s degree and a doctoral degree in psychology from the University of Miami. Her diverse experiences include assessment, intervention, teaching, and research in hospital, university and private practice settings. Dr. Sutton helped develop and direct internationally recognized autism clinics at the University of Miami and the University of South Florida. She recently served as the executive clinical director of a behavior therapy company where she provided training and oversight for a team of over 100 clinicians throughout the United States and abroad.

Dr. Sutton is trained in applied behavior analysis (ABA), pivotal response training (PRT), cognitive behavior therapy, and developmental/play-based strategies, among many other intervention methodologies. She specializes in using results from her diagnostic findings to create individualized treatment plans that can then be implemented by the family, by herself, and by other community providers. She provides consultation services to families, schools, and community agencies throughout the United States and abroad. Dr. Sutton’s research has been published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, Infancy, and the American Journal of Human Genetics, among others. She is a frequent guest speaker, presenting across the U.S. as well as in Canada, Italy, and Bermuda.

Justine Caputi, MS Ed, BCBA, LBA
Board-Certified Behavior Analyst
Certified Special Education Teacher

Justine Caputi is a Licensed and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst and Certified Special Education Teacher. She received her undergraduate degree in Special Education and General Education (K-12) from Cabrini University in Pennsylvania. Justine completed her Master’s Degree in Special Education with a focus in Behavior Disorders, and obtained an advanced graduate degree in Applied Behavioral Analysis at Hunter College in New York City.

Justine is passionate about working collaboratively with families and educators to carefully curate and provide individualized socially-significant programming in order to best support clients at school and in the home. Helping parents and educators gain a deeper understanding of abilities, decrease problem behaviors, and increase functional life skills is Justine’s top priority. Watching students reach their potential and gain meaningful life skills with the help of ABA, a variety of evidence-based practices, and a collaborative team keeps her inspired.

Justine has spent the past 15 years in a variety of settings (e.g., schools, community settings, in-home) working with individuals who require behavioral intervention and support. She has designed and implemented differentiated programs that meet individual and family needs. She has experience conducting and reviewing Functional Behavioral Assessments and skill-tracking assessments (AFLS, VB-MAPP), writing Behavioral Intervention Plans and IEP Goals, providing parent training and consultation to families, teaching travel/job skills training to adolescents, and implementing training and supervision for therapists and teachers. Additionally, Justine has led nationwide Continuing Education Professional Webinars on topics such as Individualized Behavior Support in Schools, Treating Picky Eaters, and Working with Parents and Family Members. Justine is particularly passionate about supporting caregivers and educators in the creation and implementation of behavior plans – finding effective, differentiated, safe, and functional procedures is pertinent for change in a positive direction across all environments.  

Services:

• Direct Service/ABA Therapy in Clinic

• Parent Consultation and Training in Home/Clinic/Remote

• Feeding Consultation

• Assessments: FBA and BIP Report Writing, Skills-based Assessments and Report Writing, Reviewing Assessment Scores

• Group Trainings: Parent Group Trainings (e.g., Treating Picky Eaters), Teacher Group Trainings (e.g., Individualized Behavior Support in Schools, Motivation Systems), Behavior Analyst Group Training (e.g., Common Application Practices in ABA, Working with Parents and Families)

• BCBA Supervision

Sarah Sinai, MA, BCBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Sarah provides Applied Behavior Analysis services to individuals with autism and complex psychiatric profiles in residential, school, clinic and community settings. She received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Florida and her master’s degree in applied behavior analysis from the University of South Florida. Sarah specializes in conducting functional behavior assessments, implementing Pivotal Response Training (PRT), and designing individualized behavior therapy program with individuals of all ages. Sarah also has extensive experience using behavior analysis to promote independence in both work and community settings with transition-aged youth/young adults.

Krystal Fontechia, MA, BCBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Krystal Fontechia obtained a BA in Psychology and a MA in Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of South Florida. She has over 10 years of experience working with children and youth of all ages, from infants to young adults, with social-emotional, cognitive, or behavioral needs. She has worked in home, school, and community settings, and specializes in early intervention, family-centered behavior support, and school collaborations. Krystal incorporates developmental and behavioral approaches as part of comprehensive treatment for each unique individual. Krystal has co-published studies and regularly presents at conferences around the US. Her vision is to support individuals and families in reaching their full potential and improving their quality of life.

Atabex Melendez M.A., Ed.S.

Mrs. Melendez is a licensed school psychologist in the state of Florida. After receiving her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Puerto Rico she went on to complete master’s and educational specialist degrees in school psychology from James Madison University.  She has 18 years experience with children of all school levels from pre-school to high school through the local public school system. Her experience gives her understanding of  504 & IEPs processes. Mrs. Melendez is bilingual in English and Spanish and has utilized those skills throughout her career. She is passionate about helping families support their children’s development, including their strengths and unique needs.