All of our consultants are Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA). Each BCBA at Steps to Success Consultants, LLC holds a master's degree in behavior analysis or a related field behavior analytic coursework, has completed supervised experience hours with a supervising BCBA, and has passed the Behavior Analytic Certification Board BCBA exam. Maintenance of BCBA certification requires ongoing continuing education to ensure clinicians are competent in the field.
In addition, each associate provider is a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). Each RBT at Steps to Success Consultants, LLC has undergone 40 hours of training, completed a background check, and has passed the Behavior Analytic Certification Board RBT exam. RBT certification is renewed yearly and requires ongoing supervision by a BCBA. These individuals are responsible for direct implementation of behavior analytic services under the supervision of the aforementioned BCBA consultant. Consultants attend services with associate providers weekly to ensure procedural integrity is maintained, thus maintaining treatment effects.
Executive Director/Founder
Tessa Kolff, M.Ed, BCBA, LABA
Tessa Kolff, BCBA, LABA has worked closely with clients and their families in her nearly 20-year career as a behavior analyst. Tessa created Steps to Success Consultants, LLC in 2004 with the desire to give each child and family high quality ABA services. The goal of Steps to Success Consultants, LLC has always been to view each child as the unique individuals they are. When meeting families for the first time, Tessa asks, "What challenges are you facing with your child?" which allows family members the opportunity to address their concerns, which are then used to create therapeutic goals, and start the collaborative work that is so important. Tessa loves cooking and yoga and has incorporated these activities into fun events for clients. In her spare time Tessa likes to hike, read and cook.
Kacie Martines, M.Ed, BCBA, LABA
Kacie is our clinical director and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Kacie earned a master's degree in Special Education with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). She is passionate about creating a nurturing and joyful atmosphere for both children and staff by building strong connections with families, sharing valuable resources, and maintaining a positive and resilient outlook no matter the situation. Outside of work, Kacie loves to spend quality time with her family and friends, and she always looks for an excuse to sing or dance!
Nicole Reinstein
Nicole is a Junior Consultant and one of our Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs). She is working towards earning her master's in Special Education with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). She loves working with each client, watching them grow, and helping them succeed in so many aspects of life. She strives to create and maintain a positive and nurturing environment within the clinic. In her free time, Nicole loves to read, travel, spend time with family and friends, and play Pokemon Go!
Samantha Allard
Sam is one of our Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and our office manager! am loves to watch the children learn and grow everyday. Her favorite style of ABA teaching is natural intervention during play. She enjoys cooking and taking care of her exotic pets in her spare time!
Anne (Annie) Robinson
Annie is one of our Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)! She loves creating a welcoming environment for success to blossom, being silly with her clients, and helping create positive impacts. In her free time, Annie enjoys drawing, cooking, and baking!
Courtney Dougan
Courtney is one of our Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)! She completed an internship with us in 2022 and has worked with us ever since with the goal of becoming a BCBA in the future. She loves to create an engaging environment for her clients, promote all types of communication, teach using her natural environment and foster independence. She also loves doing arts and crafts activities as well as reading stories!'
