Laura Pepper

Experience

1. Behavior Specialist Consultant Behavior Analyst

   Abit Consulting Group

   Dec 2023 — Present

   Leveraging strong preparation skills while taking initiative to specifically tailor behavioral therapy sessions for clients ages 2-18, addressing individual needs while consulting weekly with families to discuss their child\'s behavioral, emotional, and cognitive development, fostering a collaborative approach to enhance overall well-being and progress Conduct comprehensive client evaluations to provide program consultation, with the development of data collection tools and routine review. Independently determine the need for specialized assessments in regard to diagnoses such as ADHD, psychosis disorders, ODD, and other disorders, additionally using VB-MAPP, ABASS, trauma-related disorders with healthcare providers to ensure tailored treatment approaches and identify effective motivators for each client. Facilitate therapeutic sessions in diverse settings including clients\' homes, schools, and community environments using data collection tools. Oversee Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) staff (up to 10 staff), providing ongoing training, support, and instruction to ensure high-quality care and effective treatment outcomes. Skill in oral and written communication, gathering and conveying information, developing oral presentations, and preparing reports, correspondence, and other written materials leveraged to work cohesively with BHT staff on understanding client’s skill and developmental level, data collection tools Effectively navigate complex client challenges with a need to mediate issues related to in-home service delivery, cultural differences, and varying understanding of clients\' diagnosis, needs, and skill levels, ensuring compliance with documentation, service hours, and communication requirements.