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Early Years 
ABA
  • Home
  • Services
    • Overall Services
    • Center Based
  • Our Team
  • Insurance
  • Contact
  • ABA Resources
    • For Providers
    • For Parents
  • Careers
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Our BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) TEAM

Zoe Ahmadzadeh, BCBA, LBA

Angela Sunshine, BCBA, LBA

Angela Sunshine, BCBA, LBA

Zoe is the Clinical Director and Founder of Early Years ABA Therapy. She has her master's in early childhood development/education and ABA. She is also a doctoral candidate in special education. As a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst, she specializes in early intervention and is dedicated to helping young children develop communication, social, and daily living skills that support long-term success. Zoe leads the clinical team to ensure every child receives compassionate, evidence-based, and individualized care. She is passionate about supporting families and mentoring clinicians to provide the highest quality services for every child. 

Angela Sunshine, BCBA, LBA

Angela Sunshine, BCBA, LBA

Angela Sunshine, BCBA, LBA

Angela Sunshine is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst with experience providing ABA services to individuals ages 2-19 in clinic, home, and community settings. She holds master's degrees in Curriculum and Instruction and Early Childhood Special Education and has a strong background in supporting children with developmental disabilities. Angela is passionate about helping children build meaningful skills and working closely with families to support progress. In her free time, she enjoys spinning, playing soccer, traveling, and watching Marvel and DC movies. 

Grace Leung, BCBA, LBA

Angela Sunshine, BCBA, LBA

Lindsay Patterson, BCBA, LBA

Grace Leung is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst who has experience supporting children with autism and developmental disabilities across home, school, and clinic settings. She is passionate about helping children build communication, social, and daily living skills while working closely with families and therapy teams to create meaningful progress. Grace is also currently a PHD student in clinical psychology. Grace is dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized care and supporting each child in reaching their fullest potential. 

Lindsay Patterson, BCBA, LBA

Lindsay Patterson, BCBA, LBA

Lindsay Patterson, BCBA, LBA

Lindsay Patterson is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst with many years of experience supporting children and families through ABA services across home, school, and clinic settings. She has extensive experience supervising clinical teams and mentoring behavior technicians and BCBA candidates. Lindsay is passionate about collaborating with families and helping children build meaningful skills that support independence and long-term success. 

Jessica Chan, BCBA

Lindsay Patterson, BCBA, LBA

Rachel Farreny, BCBA, LBA

Jessica Chan is a board-certified behavior analyst with over a decade of experience in special education and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). A graduate of Columbia University’s ABA program, Jessica has collaborated with multidisciplinary teams across New York, Nevada, Maryland, and California. She is deeply committed to empowering clients with the skills needed to lead independent, fulfilling lives. Jessica is equally dedicated to mentoring aspiring BCBA candidates and behavior technicians, empowering them to achieve meaningful, long-term professional growth. 

Rachel Farreny, BCBA, LBA

Lindsay Patterson, BCBA, LBA

Rachel Farreny, BCBA, LBA

Rachel Farreny is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst with more than 14 years of experience supporting individuals with autism and developmental disabilities across home, school, clinic, and community settings. She has extensive experience collaborating with educators, therapists, and families to support meaningful progress for the individuals she serves. Rachel is passionate about Functional Communication Training and Verbal Behavior, helping children develop communication, social, and independent living skills while reducing challenging behaviors. 

Our Office team

Rose Lotfabadi, Office Manager

Sara Talib, Patient Care Coordinator

Sara Talib, Patient Care Coordinator

 Rose has been an essential part of our team for the past three years, playing a key role in keeping our office running smoothly while providing consistent support to both staff and families. She is known for her strong organizational skills, reliability, and positive attitude, all of which contribute to a welcoming and efficient environment. Outside of work, Rose enjoys staying active through kickboxing, exploring new recipes in the kitchen, relaxing with friends, and traveling whenever she gets the chance. 

Sara Talib, Patient Care Coordinator

Sara Talib, Patient Care Coordinator

Sara Talib, Patient Care Coordinator

 Sara is a dedicated Patient Care Coordinator who plays an important role in supporting our clients, families, and clinical team. She is known for her commitment to ensuring that each family has a smooth and positive experience throughout their services. Outside of work, Sara loves getting creative in the kitchen with new recipes, diving into fun crafts and hobbies, and hunting for unique finds and hidden gems on eBay. 

April Walsh, HR Manager

Sara Talib, Patient Care Coordinator

April Walsh, HR Manager

 April is our dedicated HR Manager who plays a vital role in supporting our team and fostering a positive, organized, and supportive workplace. She is known for her approachable nature, strong problem-solving skills, and commitment to ensuring both staff and family needs are met with care and efficiency. Based in North Carolina, April enjoys spending most of her time with her kids and family. When she gets the chance, she loves going for walks, relaxing at the beach, and even practicing archery, bringing a fun and adventurous spirit to everything she does. 

some of our behavior technicians

Mya Thomas, Registered Behavior Technician

Mariam Kone, Registered Behavior Technician

Mariam Kone, Registered Behavior Technician

 Mya is a curious, active, and always-learning kind of person! Through Early Years she has been able to do what she loves for 3 years and is excited to be starting her master's program this fall to further this passion. When she steps away from work, she recharges through running, biking, and reading. She also runs a parenting blog at TheParentPartner.net, where she shares honest, practical insights for parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. 

Mariam Kone, Registered Behavior Technician

Mariam Kone, Registered Behavior Technician

Mariam Kone, Registered Behavior Technician

 Mariam is a dedicated Registered Behavior Technician who is passionate about supporting children with autism in developing meaningful and functional skills. She is currently pursuing her BCBA certification to further strengthen her clinical knowledge and commitment to evidence-based practices. Mariam is known for her compassionate approach, strong communication with families, and ability to create engaging and supportive learning environments for her clients. She takes pride in collaborating with caregivers to ensure consistency and progress across settings. 

Teagan Long, Registered Behavior Technician

Mariam Kone, Registered Behavior Technician

Morgan Harrell, Registered Behavior Technician

 Teagan is a registered behavioral technician and a psychology student. In her free time, she teaches swim lessons and likes to volunteer. She also enjoys exercising and traveling. 

Morgan Harrell, Registered Behavior Technician

Kouadio Koaudio, Registered Behavior Technician

Morgan Harrell, Registered Behavior Technician

 Morgan has been an RBT since 2024, and it is her passion. She has her associate's degree and just got accepted to Wallace State to continue her education. Her goal is to become a BCBA and continue to support others. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outside hiking and kayaking. She loves animals and making new memories with her friends/family. 

Kouadio Koaudio, Registered Behavior Technician

Kouadio Koaudio, Registered Behavior Technician

Kouadio Koaudio, Registered Behavior Technician

 Kouadio is a passionate and dedicated Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and pre-nursing student with over four years of hands-on experience in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). He specializes in supporting individuals in developing communication, social, and daily living skills through evidence-based and compassionate care. Known for his patience, adaptability, and strong collaboration with families and interdisciplinary teams, he strives to create meaningful and lasting progress in the lives of his students.

Molly May, Registered Behavior Technician

Kouadio Koaudio, Registered Behavior Technician

Kouadio Koaudio, Registered Behavior Technician

 Molly is currently getting her master's degree in clinical psychology from the University of Maryland. In her free time, she enjoys watching movies, crafting, and playing with her dogs! She loves being in nature and thrifting with friends. 

Erika Quintana, Registered Behavior Technician

Erika Quintana, Registered Behavior Technician

Erika Quintana, Registered Behavior Technician

Erika is a registered behavior technician as well as a certified medical assistant, CPR certified. She is currently attending the University of Maryland School of Nursing, and she will be graduating this December. In her free time, she enjoys traveling around the country for her family's basketball league and enjoys doing lash extensions. 

Lumya Calderon, Registered Behavior Technician

Erika Quintana, Registered Behavior Technician

Erika Quintana, Registered Behavior Technician

Lumya is an energetic, joyful, and reliable RBT who brings positivity and enthusiasm to every session. She is passionate about helping children grow, gain confidence, and achieve meaningful milestones, and she loves celebrating each success alongside the families she works with. Her kind and encouraging personality helps create a supportive environment where children feel comfortable learning new skills. When she's not working, Lumya enjoys spending time with animals, getting creative with arts and crafts, and making the most of her free time with family and friends. 

Semab Shafiq, Registered Behavior Technician

Erika Quintana, Registered Behavior Technician

Semab Shafiq, Registered Behavior Technician

Seme has a diverse healthcare background as a Licensed Practical Nurse, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, and Certified Pharmacy Technician. Outside of her clinical work, Seme runs a creative small business where she designs custom handmade items, including candles, tote bags, and tumblers. She also enjoys giving back to the DMV community by volunteering as medical support at local events and participating in health outreach initiatives such as CPR and Narcan awareness. 

Meron Debru, Behavior Technician

Joshua Teya, Registered Behavior Technician

Semab Shafiq, Registered Behavior Technician

Meron has over 10 years of experience working with young children, primarily those with special needs. She is passionate about helping each child build confidence, express their emotions, and feel included, while creating a supportive and encouraging environment. Outside of work, Meron enjoys spending time with her three daughters. They love going to the beach, hiking, watching movies, and making memories together. 

Joshua Teya, Registered Behavior Technician

Joshua Teya, Registered Behavior Technician

Joshua Teya, Registered Behavior Technician

 Joshua is a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and education instructor with over three years of experience supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder. He uses evidence-based ABA strategies to promote communication, skill development, and independence. He brings a compassionate and collaborative approach and has a strong understanding of the challenges faced by caregivers, ensuring support that is respectful and family-centered. 

Our Mission and Values

Our Treatment Focus

Our Treatment Focus

Our Treatment Focus


Our focus is to provide EVIDENCE-BASED therapy

Proven methods, proven results.

 

Our Patient Promise

Our Treatment Focus

Our Treatment Focus


Every child is unique, We promise to be there for them every step of the way, so they can grow and be their own independent Self.

Our Family Focus

Our Treatment Focus

Our Family Focus


We promise to be there for you every step of your journey and provide high quality individualized programs to address your child' needs. 

Clinicians who love what they do

What is a BCBA?

What is a BCBA?

What is a BCBA?

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is a master’s or doctoral-level clinician who specializes in behavior analysis.


  • BCBAs conduct assessments, design individualized treatment plans, and oversee therapy programs.
  • They train and supervise RBTs and other team members to make sure treatment is effective and consistent.
  • BCBAs also work closely with families, providing parent training and progress updates.


Think of your BCBA as the team leader and clinical expert, ensuring that every step of your child’s program is evidence-based and tailored to their needs.

What is a RBT?

What is a BCBA?

What is a BCBA?

A Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is a paraprofessional who works directly with your child under the supervision of a BCBA.


  • RBTs provide one-on-one therapy sessions, using the techniques outlined in your child’s treatment plan.
  • They help children practice skills like communication, daily living, play, and social interaction.
  • RBTs also collect data during each session so the BCBA can monitor progress and adjust goals as needed.


Think of your RBT as your child’s day-to-day coach, supporting skill-building and celebrating wins along the way.

Real stories from families about the services that made a difference:

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