Ashley Carrigan

About Ashley Carrigan

Dr. Ashley Carrigan is an experienced behavior scientist with over a decade of expertise in Acceptance & Commitment Training (ACTr), Organizational Behavior Management, Environmental Sustainability, Professional Development, and Parent Training. She is currently a pending Doctoral Graduate at The Chicago School, specializing in ACTr, with a focus on integrating psychological flexibility and behavioral strategies to improve health outcomes and treatment adherence via behavioral parent training. As the Director of Training & Development at Achievements ABA Therapy, Ashley oversees clinical training, fieldwork supervision, and professional development while continuing to work with clients as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Additionally, she is a faculty member at Kennesaw State University in the Department of Inclusive Education, where she contributes to training inclusive education teachers in the SPED master\'s programs. She is also actively collaborating on a grant-funded project supported by the Georgia Department of Education (GaDOE), developing mixed-reality simulations to enhance the training of professionals in Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs). Ashley is also the Owner and Executive Director of the Center for Young Minds Behavior & Learning (CYMBL), LLC, where she offers comprehensive consulting services. In addition, she serves on the board of several organizations and committees in the fields of behavior analysis, education, and community leadership, dedicating herself to advancing the profession and supporting future leaders in these areas. Ashley has a special research interest in Staff and Parent Training, developing programs that empower stakeholders with effective strategies to support children\'s behavioral health and learning. She is committed to building a community of practice that uplifts families and professionals alike, making a significant impact in the field of behavior analysis-\"Education is the passport to the FUTURE, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it TODAY\"- Malcolm X

Experience

1. Executive Director Owner

   Center for Young Minds Behavior & Learning, LLC

   Jan 2022 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   Private Consultation Services: Supervision, ACT Therapy, School Consults, Mentorship, Public Speaking, Staff Training, Parent Coaching/Training

Education

• The Chicago School

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD

• Georgia State University

  Bachelor of Science

• The Chicago School of Professional Psychology at Los Angeles

  Master of Science (M.S.)