Ashley Smith-Nonnarath, M.S., BCBA, LBA is a Licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst who has has worked in the field of applied behavior analysis since 2013. She has experience working in homes, schools and community settings with children ranging in ages from one year up to 20 years old with a variety of developmental delays. Her primary interest is in increasing communication skills and independence. She loves to create sessions that keep the client engaged in fun and creative ways, placing a strong emphasis on natural learning opportunities. She has experience in assessments, developing treatment plans and overseeing the progress of those plans while managing a diverse group of RBTs. Her passion for ABA comes from working with the whole family as a unit to bring them together and empowering parents to regain their confidence. Ashley received her bachelor’s degree from California State University East Bay with a degree in Sociology. She received her master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis with an emphasis in autism from The Sage Colleges.