Meet the Team

Sarah Sanders has been working in the field of behavior analysis since 2006, and has been a Board Certified Behavior Analyst since 2008. With a background in Special Education, she understands the unique ways that children and teens approach learning, and that our teaching methods must adapt to fit the child, not the other way around. Sarah and her husband were Host Home parents for teens and young adults with disabilities for over 15 years, and she is passionate about working with this age group. Sarah's 16 years of practice have centered around providing excellent parent training and family-based intervention that actually work in real homes (including hers), and include the whole family. As a seasoned leader and Executive, Sarah is a fervent defender of healthy, positive team culture, and knows from experience that team members who are well taken care of will take the best care of the children and families we serve. Above all, Sarah is dedicated to quality, validity, and fidelity in treatment delivery, even when it's not convenient or comes at a higher cost, because children and families deserve nothing less! Sarah and her husband are raising their 3 children (and one dog that thinks it's a child) in Santa Clara, Utah and her favorite hobby is taking them camping in the beautiful areas we are so lucky to call home. READ MORE

Michelle Nadalsky has been working in the field of ABA since 2007. She received her Bachelors in Psychology from Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, and Masters in Human Behavior from National University. Michelle became a BCaBA in 2011 and then received her BCBA in 2014. She has extensive experience working with children and adolescents across home, school, group home, and natural community settings. Her favorite part of working with children and families is getting to connect with each child and seeing them enjoy their sessions and learning. She loves seeing important new skills develop, behaviors adjust and seeing the positive impact of those changes throughout the entire family unit. Michelle has an Autistic daughter and has first-hand experience with the barriers parents and siblings encounter on a daily basis. She understands that building a relationship with the parents where open communication and trust are established is pivotal to the growth of each child. True progress requires collaboration between the professional and the parent because parents know their own children better than any professional ever could. Michelle is an established leader and Clinician who is passionate about mentoring new professionals and helping others grow their behavior-analytic repertoire. She finds it extremely important that those working with her learn how to develop strong, respectful relationships with the families they work with, and that every child receives a completely individualized service tailored to them and their family's personal needs. When not working with your children, Michelle loves to go camping and adventure outside with her husband and 3 children. They love traveling, especially to different State and National Parks. READ MORE

Dr. Shumway is a Licensed Psychologist and Southern Utah local. He started working with youth programs in 2002 and has been providing professional counseling since 2011. He earned a Master's in Counseling and Guidance and a PhD in Counseling Psychology, both at New Mexico State University. He further completed specialized predoctoral and postdoctoral training at the University of Utah's Neuropsychiatric Institute. Dr. Shumway has worked in public schools, private schools, in-patient, outpatient, residential care, autism-focused treatment, and primary care settings. He specializes in psychological evaluations of children and youth, especially concerning autism and other forms of neurodiversity. He also specializes in counseling and therapy with neurodiverse youth, young adults, and their families. READ MORE

Lynette has always valued being well-rounded and global in her approach to just about anything in life. She obtained her bachelor's degree in Marine Biology and Counseling Psychology from Alaska Pacific University in 2011. While her educational foundation was set in biological sciences, her desire was to marry the sciences into sociology and human behavior. In 2017, she completed her master's degree at Florida Institute of Technology; Applied Behavior Analysis is a balanced combination of using scientific methodologies and therapeutic methods to tackle the complexities of human interactions. She is happy to have found a field that has the same values as herself and really works to make everyone's life a little better. Lynette has extensive experience in assessing and developing treatment plans for children of all ages and utilizes all available tools to ensure that each child has the individualized plan needed for them to be successful and independent. In addition to developing meaningful treatment plans, she also has substantial experience in developing curriculum-based social programs. She has worked with children and young adults in their homes, centers, schools, communities, and within social groups. Lynette is so happy to have found Possibilities to really bring these skills to light and provide compassionate care to all of our learners! READ MORE

Luca Nordquist is a Southern Utah local who recently received her Bachelor's in Communications and Bachelor's in Psychology from University of Utah. She is also the friendly face at the front desk welcoming guests into the center! As the first point of contact for Possibilities, Luca understands the role of clear and effective communication between the team and the family in successful treatment delivery. She is also aware of the importance of creating a safe, positive environment within the center to allow both families and staff members to thrive and uses this knowledge to ensure a comfortable and inviting space for all. In her free time, Luca loves to hike, camp, climb, and ski with her loved ones across the state of Utah. She's also a lover of music who loves playing and learning new instruments, going to concerts, and discovering new music groups in the area. READ MORE

Ashlee is a dedicated professional with a passion for making a positivie impact on the lives of individuals and families. With a background as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Ashlee spent three years providing invaluable direct support before discovering her true calling in administration. In her role, Ashlee found a profound love for aiding families in navigating the often complex journey of receiving diagnoses and accessing essential services. Her commitment to ensuringthat families not only receive the support they need, but also understand and feel supported in the process sets her apart. Known for her professionalism and kindness, Ashlee brings a unique blend of expertise and empathy to her work. Her journey from hands-on therapy to administrative support showcases a comprehensive understanding of the challenges families face, allowing her to guide them with a personal touch. Ashlee's genuine enthusiasm for working with familes shines through every interaction. She is not just an administrator; she is a compassinate advocate dedicated to empowering families to navigate the path toward a brighter future. READ MORE

Jacob has been working in the field of ABA since 2010. He has a wide range of experience and a genuine passion for making a positive impact. He received a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Utah State University and a Master's Degree in Behavior Analysis from the University of Houston - Clear Lake. His expertise spans a spectrum of key areas, including behavior assessment, severe behavior, verbal behavior, individualized treatment, and caregiver training. Jacob's commitment to tailoring interventions to meet the unique needs of individuals reflects his dedication to promoting independence and growth. With over a decade of hands-on experience, Jacob is well-versed in effective teaching methods, ensuring that learning is not only impactful but also personalized. He is delighted to have found a professional home that shares his values, providing him with a platform to contribute meaningfully to the lives of those he servces. Jacob remains a steadfast advocate for individualized care, providing unwavering support to inspire positive change and foster the development of crucial life skills. His approach combines professionalism with a genuine desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. READ MORE

Lindsey has been in the field of education since 2006 and earned a Bachelor of Arts in English, Multiple-Subject Teaching Credential, and Master of Arts of Teaching from the University of California, Irvine. She began her career teaching elementary and middle school before finding her calling in providing tailored, high-quality ABA therapy. After completing her BCBA coursework at California State University, San Marcos and becoming a BCBA in 2017, she now has extensive experience working with children and adults with individualized needs ages 2 to 27 in a multitude of settings, including homes, clinics, schools, the community, and telehealth. She loves providing support to families in their natural environments and seeing the progress reported by the family, the clinical team, and even the learner themselves! Lindsey highly values learner assent and collaboration with families and their medical providers. She has has the privlege of working alongside individuals who are neurodivergent and this has further shaped her approach to behavioral treatment. All learners and their families are taught to create the necessary support to help each individual thrive as no two people are the same. Lindsey currently resides in Southern California with her husband and son. She loves visiting the beach, swimming, reading, taking tap dancing classes, and playing with her son at local playgrounds. READ MORE

I graduated from Santa Ana College in 2012 with Associate Degrees in Psychology, Liberal Arts, and Community Social Services. I transferred to California State University, Fullerton and graduated in 2015 with a Bachelor Degree in Human Services with an emphasis in Mental Health. I initially wanted to work with at-risk youth as a counselor, but fresh out of college, I started working as a Behavior Interventionist and fell in love with ABA. I fell in love with the hands-on portions and witnessing my clients' progress. Throughout my career as a Behavior Interventionist, I wore different hats (e.g., Group Leader and New Hire Trainer). I worked in multiple settings (e.g., home, clinic and school) providing 1:1 services as well as leading social pods in the clinic and community setting. As a New Hire Trainer, I fell in love with the teaching aspect and realized I could have a greater impact sharing my experience and knowledge with others and decided to become a BCBA. I graduated from Arizona State University in 2020 and became a BCBA in 2021. As a BCBA, I've been a Groups Supervisor where I oversaw social pods and assigned clients according to their age/functioning level and introduced new activities (e.g., Sport of the Month, Baking/Cooking, Stop Motion series, etc.) to promote exposure and generalization of clients' skills! READ MORE

Michelle O'Connor has been working in the field of ABA since 2010 and working as a BCBA since 2015. Michelle started her career at a small ABA center with a heavy focus on naturalistic learning. Since that time, she has supported learners in clinic settings, at schools, in their homes, and in the community. Michelle currently works full-time for a public school in Connecticut providing BCBA support to learners ages 11-22 years old. While she has worked across all ages, her passion lies in helping adolescents and young adults work on functional and applied skills to help them achieve the greatest level of independence possible. She is a strong believe in full inclusion and continuously advocates for individuals with disabilities to be a meaningful part of the school and community settings. Michelle joins the Possibilities team virtually from CT, where she lives with her husband, two young children, and their dog. She loves hiking, trail running, and spending time outdoors with her family. READ MORE

Sarah Sargeant has been working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis for over 8 years. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Linguistics from Stony Brook University in 2015; she has always been passionate about the importance of language and effective communication. Soon after, and while she worked as a Registered Behavior Technician, she pursued graduate coursework from the Florida Institute of Technology and obtained her Board Certification as an Assistant Behavior Analyst in 2017. In 2018, she completed her Master's degree in Exceptional Student Education/ABA from the University of West Florida and has been a BCBA since that same year. Sarah has substantial experience working with a variety of learners and their caregivers across settings to include, clinic, home, school and in the community. Sarah thoroughly enjoys collaborating with others, working as a team and believes that this is the key to progress and achieving goals. Sarah is excited to be part of the Possibilities team to deliver compassionate, individualized care to all learners and their families! READ MORE

Kathryn began her career in ABA in 2003 as an in-home behavioral aide. She was certified as a BCBA in 2007 and brings her 20 years of compassionate experience to every client. Kathryn received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from California State University Sacramento and a Master's in Education with an emphasis in Instructional Design from American Intercontinental University. Kathryn established, grew and managed her own ABA agency for 15 years. She brings a passion for teaching with experience as an undergraduate psychology instructor at University of North Texas and adjunct faculty at National University in the ABA certification program. Her passion in the field of ABA includes providing caregivers with the tools to encourage success and confidence for every family. Kathryn enjoys spending time with family, quilting, crafting and being outside in nature. READ MORE

Nathan earned a Bachelor's degree in psychology from Southern Utah University and a Masters in clinical mental health counseling from Marquette University with an emphasis in children and adolescents, but he has had a wide variety of training experiences that has led him to be a therapist. With five years of experience in behavior analytics (and his training in mental health), he brings a unique perspective to treatment in the autistic community. Nathan has worked with children and teens in many different settings, from clinical to school settings. He specializes in therapy with neurodiverse children and adolescents and aims to bring the family into all facets of treatment when possible. READ MORE