Who We Are

Abilities Behavior Services is a not-for-profit organization that provides ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) programs to individuals across the lifespan. Abilities is a division of Trinity Services, Inc. and serves children with autism, adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities, and seniors with memory problems. The team provides services in the home, community, clinic, or residential setting. Target behaviors include increasing appropriate behaviors like following routines, social and activity engagement, and decreasing challenging behaviors.

Abilities employs Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs). Both credentials are obtained and maintained by the Behavior Analysts Certification Board. BCBAs are graduate-level professionals who provide Applied Behavior Analytic (ABA) services. BCBAs supervise RBTs and others who implement behavior-analytic interventions. Any BCBAs that supervises completes additional training and continuing education requirements. BCBAs recertify every 2-3 years, acquire continuing education, and comply with all ethical requirements. BCBAs who have a doctoral level degree can acquire an additional designation of BCBA-D.

RBTs are paraprofessionals who practice under close, ongoing supervision of a BCBA or BCBA-D. The RBT is primarily responsible for the direct implementation of ABA services. The RBT does not design intervention or assessment plans; the BCBA designs those plans and the RBT implements the plans. RBTs that work at Abilities are 18+ years of age, have a bachelors degree or higher, complete 40 hours of training, complete a background check, pass the RBT Competency Assessment, and pass the RBT examination. RBTs have ongoing certification requirements, including ongoing supervision, annual recertifications, and complying with the ethics code.

Our Mission

Abilities Behavior Services is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit agency that provides behavior support services to individuals across the lifespan.

Our Vision

For all individuals exhibiting challenging behaviors to be provided behavior supports necessary to keep them safe, independent, and happy - no matter their diagnosis or age.

Meet Our BCBAs

ROMA KLINE

BCBA, LPC

Roma has her master's degree in professional and school counseling and her post masters education in Applied Behavior Analysis from SIUC. She has been working with children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities for 12 years - the past 5 years at Abilities.

LAUREN BEHME

BCBA

Lauren lives in Carlinville, IL. She graduated from Saint Louis University in May 2015 with a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. She has had the pleasure of working at Abilities since February of 2017 and has almost 14 years experience working with children, adults, and families.

SCOTT WIGGINS

BCBA

Scott received his master's degree in Behavior Analysis and Therapy from SIUC. He started working for Trinity Services, Inc. in 2014 and for Abilities in 2015. Scott leads a group for adolescents that targets social skills and emotional development. Scott enjoys spending time with his family, watching basketball, and playing ice hockey or soccer.

MARANDA TRAHAN

PHD, BCBA-D

Dr. Trahan is an expert in the assessment and management of challenging dementia symptoms - like aggression, non-compliance, and verbal disruptions. She was born in Louisiana, attended SIUC for graduate school, and completed a post-doc at the Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Trahan likes to be outside, spending time with her family and animals.

AMANDA RIPLEY

BCBA

Since 2005, Amanda has worked with individuals with challenging behaviors across the life span. Amanda is from Chicago and graduated with her master's degree from SIUC. She worked in Michigan, Colorado, and Illinois providing ABA services. Amanda likes to run and play outside with her kids and husband.

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MANDY SULLIVAN

BCBA

Mandy is from Chester, IL and has her master's degree in behavior analysis and therapy from SIUC. She has been a BCBA since 2010 and has experience working in intellectual disabilities and dual diagnoses. Mandy provides parent training and works in mental health, assessing crises. In her free time, Mandy enjoys family time, reading, and being outside.

KATHY RAMBEAU

BCBA

Kathy is from Anna, IL. She started working with individuals with intellectual disabilities in the early 1990s as a direct care staff. After receiving a bachelor's degree in social sork, she worked as a QIDP. She received a master's degree in criminal justice administration in 2001, and then completed the Behavior Analysis and Therapy certification program at SIUC in 2010. She has worked as a BCBA for the past 8 years. Kathy enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and pet cat named Tigress.

Meet Our Registered Behavior Technicians

Jenna is from Columbus, Ohio and graduated from Otterbein University in 2012 with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Jenna previously worked in ABA while in the Washington state. She enjoys reading and spending time with her family.

Madison is from Nokomis, IL. She graduated from SIUE with a bachelor's degree in psychology. Madison enjoys hiking, hanging out with friends and family, and watching movies in her free time. She hopes to continue her education and pursue a master's degree in the future.

Hanna is from Romeoville, Illinois. She graduated from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. Hannah enjoy spending time outside, reading, and playing with her dog and cat! She also loves working with kids and hopes to earn a master’s degree in the future.

Katie is from Jerseyville, IL, and she graduated with her bachelor's degree in psychology from SIUE. Katie plans to get her master's degree in the future. She spends her free time outside hiking or playing with her nieces and nephews!

Christina graduated from Ashford University with her B.A. in Psychology in 2016. She began working with Abilities in January 2020. Christina's interest include crafting and spending time with family, friends and her 4 fur-children (2 Siberian Huskies and 2 cats).

Courtney graduated from McKendree University and then started working for Abilities in February 2018. She likes to spend time with friends and family, hang out with her dog, and binge TV.

Allyson graduated from Lincoln University in psychology, and started at Abilities in August 2018. She likes to work with children and adults. Allyson loves to run and in 2018 ran a 15k.

Sam is from Bond County and studied at McKendree University in biopsychology. Sam has been with Abilities since August 2018. Sam enjoys DIY projects, cycling, and horseback riding in her free time.

Marquita recently graduated from SIUC with her master's degree in Behavior Analysis and Therapy. Marquita plans to sit for her BCBA in 2020. Until then, she will be an RBT for Abilities! Marquita's two favorite things are make-up and behavior analysis.

Chelsea is from Breese, IL and started with Abilities in September 2017. She is enrolled in a master's program at Ball State and finished undergrad at Lindenwood University-Belleville. Chelsea aspires to be a BCBA and enjoys working with all ages and in all settings.

Kaitlynne graduated from SIUE, and then started at Abilities in July 2018. She likes working with children, hiking, and traveling. Kaitlynne has lived in Japan, Korea, Italy, and in many states!

Jill graduated from Illinois College in 2010 with a bachelor's degree in biology and chemistry. She has been practicing in human services since 2011. Jill has one son and enjoys hunting, fishing, camping, and watching football.

Courtney graduated from McKendree University and then started working for Abilities in February 2018. She likes to spend time with friends and family, hang out with her dog, and binge TV.

Allyson graduated from Lincoln University in psychology, and started at Abilities in August 2018. She likes to work with children and adults. Allyson loves to run and in 2018 ran a 15k.

Sam is from Bond County and studied at McKendree University in biopsychology. Sam has been with Abilities since August 2018. Sam enjoys DIY projects, cycling, and horseback riding in her free time.

Kaitlynne graduated from SIUE, and then started at Abilities in July 2018. She likes working with children, hiking, and traveling. Kaitlynne has lived in Japan, Korea, Italy, and in many states!

Rosalynn Beyer

Rosalynn is originally from Colombia, South America. She has worked with Trinity Services, Inc. since April 2019 and for Abilities since August 2019. Rosalynn enjoys spending quality time with her family and sightseeing.

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Meet Our BCBAs

ROMA KLINE

Roma has her master's degree in professional and school counseling and her post masters education in Applied Behavior Analysis from SIUC. She has been working with children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities for 12 years - the past 5 years at Abilities.

LAUREN BEHME

Lauren lives in Carlinville, IL. She graduated from Saint Louis University in May 2015 with a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. She has had the pleasure of working at Abilities since February of 2017 and has almost 14 years experience working with children, adults, and families.

SCOTT WIGGINS

MARANDA TRAHAN

AMANDA RIPLEY

MANDY SULLIVAN

KATHY RAMBEAU

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