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Sarah Gearhart, M.Ed, CTP, LBA, BCBA

Founder/Practitioner - Whatcom Co. Provider

Originally from Middle Tennessee, I moved to Washington in 2016 to pursue a life long dream of living in the Pacific Northwest. I began working with children, adolescents and adults of varied abilities through local therapeutic recreation programs when I was a teen and into college. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology (minor in Education & Health), a Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis through the University of Cincinnati, a post-graduate certificate for Women in Leadership, and I’m also a Certified Trauma Professional (CTP).  I’ve loved working with clients and families through ABA practice for over a decade and love helping others learn the ins/out of the industry through focused mentorship/supervision.  Outside of ABA I enjoy spending time outside with my pups, playing music, and practicing yoga. 

Professional Associations: Washington Association of Behavior Analyst (WABA) and the Association of Contextual Behavior Science (ACBS), BACB ACE Continuing Education Provider

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Devin Spencer, MS, LBA, BCBA

Behavior Analyst- Whatcom Co. Provider

Born and raised in the PNW, I’ve lived in Bellingham since 2006. I
graduated from WWU and received my Masters in ABA & Autism at The Sage
Colleges. I’ve worked within the neurodivergent community for 20 years
in many different roles, such as camp director, as a volunteer in
Vietnam orphanages, and as a behavior specialist across all grade
levels in the Bellingham School District. I’m thrilled to start my new
role as a BCBA. I value and celebrate diversity and hope to give back
to our community by supporting those who need these services the most.
Apart from ABA, I enjoy creative endeavors such as film, writing, and
comics.

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Susan Sywulka, MS.Ed. , LBA, BCBA

Behavior Analyst- Whatcom Co. Provider

Having regularly visited Bellingham since childhood,  I am happy to call it home since 2024.  In the various jobs I have had around the country and around the world I have met many individuals with varied backgrounds.  A desire to help individuals experiencing impacts and impairments thrive led me to study Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis.  I obtained my Masters degree from Cairn University in 2019 and my BCBA certification in 2020.  Following my training I worked with an NGO in New Delhi, India, supporting both children and adults with autism and developmental disabilities.  In my role as a BCBA, my aim is to aid people in their development and learning so that they can be full participants and contributors in their communities.   Other roles I enjoy are being a bird-watcher, baker, and an avid reader.

Professional Associations:  International SRV Association (ISRVA), Washington Association of Behavior Analysts (WABA)

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Abby VanderKooi, BS, CBT, RBT

Behavior Technician- Whatcom Co. Provider

I am originally from the Midwest, but I moved to Washington in 2018 to pursue my Bachelors degree in Psychology. My career in ABA started in 2021 where I worked as a Behavior Technician in the Seattle area. In this role I provided behavioral and educational support to neurodiverse clients ages 4-14 in home and school settings. Having recently moved to Bellingham, I am excited to continue providing services in this new community as an RBT here at Balanced Behavior ABA. I am also looking forward to continuing my education to pursue a Masters degree in the field of ABA. When I am not working, I enjoy spending time outside on the water paddle boarding or going on hikes with my dog Frankie! I am also an avid thrifter, and enjoy searching the racks for unique, vintage items.

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