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Ms. Allen received a Bachelor of Science in Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology with a minor in Rehabilitation Studies from the University of North Texas and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in special education, Behavioral Analysis specialization, from George Mason University.  During her free time, Trenecia enjoys learning new music on the piano and flute, as well as spoiling her puppy, Nala.   

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Alex Candelaria received her bachelor's degree from the University of North Texas in Applied Behavior Analysis in August of 2018, followed by a Master's degree in Special Education with a focus in Applied Behavior Analysis in May of 2020 from Arizona State University. During this time, Candelaria progressed through becoming a board certified assistant behavior analyst in August of 2019 and passed her board certification to become a BCBA in July of 2020. She has provided behavior analytic services to children and adolescents with Autism for more than five years in various environments, including in the home, in schools and in clinical settings.

Dr. Kimberlee Flatt is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has 20+ years supporting individuals and families impacted by Autism. Dr. Flatt specializes in the treatment of behaviors associated with High-Functioning Autism including social skills and repetitive behaviors. While at KFAC, she and her team support adolescents and adults with ASD towards increased independence and successful transitions to post-secondary life.

Mark Glicer earned his Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Geology from Texas A&M University in 1989.  Following graduation, he began a 30-year career in the environmental field where he was able to gain extensive experience in management, human resource coordination, personnel development, as well as dynamic team scheduling.  Mark and his wife have 3 adult sons, the youngest of whom is on the autism spectrum which has provided first-hand experience of the challenges individuals with autism and their families face as they navigate available services and the unique challenges associated with an autism diagnosis. This personal connection to ASD led Mark to embark on a shift in his career path, using his skills to benefit other caregivers of individuals on the spectrum.  Mark joined the KFAC administrative team in October of 2021 where he will oversee all human resource functions as well as management of staff and client scheduling.   

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Lindsey joined the KFAC team in June 2015 as a Behavior Technician and has served in many clinical roles through the years. She received her Bachelor's degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences from the University of North Texas (2015), her Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis with an emphasis in Autism Spectrum Disorders from Ball State University (2019), and earned her Board Certified Behavior Analyst credential in 2020. She specializes in the implementation of behavior analytic programming for children and adolescents in the clinic and the community in training families to implement programming in the home. 

Valeria Laddaga Gavidia received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, with a minor in Educational Psychology, from Baylor University in December 2017. This was followed by completion of a Master’s degree in Behavior Analysis from the University of North Texas in August 2021. Valeria’s KFAC journey began in August 2018 through involvement in several research projects (including a grant-funded project and eventual thesis on verbal behavior), staff training, and providing direct behavior analytic services to individuals with autism. With over 5 years of experience working with children with autism, Valeria is passionate about improving their quality of life, as well as that of their families, by helping to create meaningful change. Outside of work you will likely find Valeria spending time with Velvet, a fun Yorkshire terrier puppy.

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"Susie" Nichols has been a member of the KFAC executive team, providing clinical leadership, since the center opened in 2012. In addition to establishing clinical standards and overseeing all direct service staff and client programming, Dr. Nichols oversees all KFAC operations, writes grants and participates in research at the center.

Dr. Nichols has more than 20 years of experience in the field of autism intervention. She has worked as a self-contained special education teacher and interventionist in local school districts. Susie is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and has served children with autism in both home and center-based programs. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Texas Woman's University and her Master's and PhD, from the University of North Texas, in the area of Special Education/Autism Intervention. Dr. Nichols is a member of several professional organizations and has taught a variety of undergraduate and graduate courses in the department of Special Education at UNT.

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Fredrick arrived in Texas, from Uganda, to join the Kristin Farmer Autism Center in February 2018. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Special Needs Education from the University of Pedagogical Sciences in Cuba, and a Master’s Degree in Autism from the University of South Wales, United Kingdom. Fredrick has over 10 years of experience with working with children and young adults with autism and related special educational needs, in school and home settings.

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Dakota joined the Kristin Farmer Autism Center in October 2016. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Development and Family Studies at the University of North Texas and completed his Master’s Degree in Educational Psychology with an emphasis in Learning and Development in 2018. He has more than four years of experience working with children.

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Karen Toussaint is an Assistant Professor of Behavior Analysis at the University of North Texas. Toussaint received her Ph.D. in School Psychology from Louisiana State University and completed a postdoctoral research appointment at the University of Nebraska Medical Center's Munroe-Meyer Institute. She provides behavioral intervention services for children with autism at the Kristin Farmer Autism Center and specializes in the treatment of severe behavior disorders and early language acquisition.

While at the Kristin Farmer Autism Center, she also conducts research evaluations related to improving clinical outcomes. Her research can be found in journals such as the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis and Behavior Analysis in Practice.