Meet Our Founder: Passionate Parent and Mission-Forward Leader

“I have been working in the field many years now, but I always knew I want to create an environment that produced change like my child experienced, which is what has birthed the founding of Triangle ABA. My heart and desire are to come along you and your child with support and effective treatment. I am looking forward to hearing from you."

— Amber Nelms, BCBA, Founder of Triangle ABA

Our Team

Our foundation is deeply rooted in a parent's journey, dedicated to transforming the lives of children with autism through compassionate, evidence-based practices. Our mission is to empower families by offering the ABA therapy our founder once wished for while raising their own child.

Board Certified Behavior Analysts

Amber Nelms
BCBA, Founder & CEO

Amber Nelms, BCBA, is the Founder of Triangle ABA, inspired by her personal experience as a mother of a child with autism and the transformative impact of ABA therapy on her son’s development. Combining her background in behavioral science with her firsthand understanding of the challenges families face, she is dedicated to fostering meaningful change for children with autism and their families. Amber’s work reflects her passion for providing support and hope to those navigating similar journeys.

Caitlin Carroll
Director of Students to BCBA Program

Caitlin Carroll is a seasoned BCBA and LBA with over a decade of experience in behavioral healthcare, holding a Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis. She has served in key leadership roles, including Clinical Director and Founder, and is known for her expertise in individualized ABA programming, functional assessments, and staff development. Certified in Organizational Behavior Management (OBM), Caitlin specializes in clinical supervision, systems design, and operational excellence. She’s a trusted mentor, podcast host, and thought leader in the ABA community, committed to ethical practice, diversity, and driving meaningful outcomes.

Letitia (Krysta) Kasubinski
BCBA, Clinical Director Garner

With 8 years of experience in the field, I’ve had the privilege of working with children ages 2-16 in a variety of environments, from schools and afterschool programs to community centers, daycares, clinics, and in-home settings. I began my career as a behavioral therapist and quickly developed a deep commitment to fostering growth and creating a meaningful difference in both children and their families. I believe in creating functional, lasting progress that extends beyond the session, empowering families to continue supporting their child’s development at home. In my free time, I enjoy spending time outside and discovering new places to explore with my (almost) five-year-old son.

Nicole Leal
BCBA, Clinical Manager Raleigh

Mehak Saleem
BCBA Consultant & Coach of a Pod

Mehak B. Saleem is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with extensive experience supporting individuals with autism and developmental disabilities across clinical, educational, and home settings. She specializes in Functional Behavior Assessments, behavior intervention planning, and staff training, using evidence-based methods like PEAK, AIM, PFA, and SBT. Mehak holds a master’s in ABA from Ball State University, a bachelor’s in Cultural Studies, and is pursuing a Ph.D. in ABA with a focus on Autism Intervention. As a mother to a son with profound autism, she brings personal insight and passion to her work, with a focus on compassionate care and clinician mentorship.

Amanda Dean
BCBA, Director of Clinical Orientation & Development Excellence

Registered Behavior Technicians

Billie Bowler
Registered Behavior Technician

Kevin Wiggins
Registered Behavior Technician

Ember Henry
Registered Behavior Technician

Elizabeth P
Registered Behavior Technician

Gabrielle Kmiec
Registered Behavior Technician

Kamariah Hentz
Registered Behavior Technician

Shardae Peccoo
Registered Behavior Technician

Riana Clark
Registered Behavior Technician

Ronnie Macias
Mentor RBT

Hollister Watkins-Boyd
Registered Behavior Technician

Gabriel Bean-Ross
Registered Behavior Technician (Onboarding / Offboarding)

Katelyn Wrape
RBT/BCaBA in Training

Joseph Ike
Qualified Autism Service Practitioner-Supervisor (QASP-S) & Safety Care Trainer

Georgia Hayes
Registered Behavior Technician

Rachelle Henderson
Registered Behavior Technician

Natalie Hoerrner
Registered Behavior Technician

Jerry Fabiyi
RBT II

Fatme El-Orra
Registered Behavior Technician

Savanna Willis
Registered Behavior Technician

Behavior Technicians

Kyrie Stone
Behavior Technician

Jo'Niyah Denton
Behavior Technician

Resse TY
Behavior Technician

Jasean Carmichael
Behavior Technician

Raven White
Behavior Technician

Martha Mathews
Behavior Technician

Lane Davis
Behavior Technician

LaShawnda Blythe
Behavior Technician

Keyonna Bonhomme-Dicks
Behavior Technician & Operations Coordinator

Isabel Watkins
Behavior Technician

Adam Rich
Behavior Technician

Administration

Isaiah Thomas
Regional Director of Scheduling and Facility Management

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Josalynn Hecker
Business Development and Marketing Lead

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Laura Sutton
Billing Manager

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Bella Sulog
Intake and Marketing Assistant

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Mary Gilson
Practice Management Officer, Payroll Manager

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Joann Evans
Fractional CFO

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Joseph Jacobs
Senior Director of Talent Acquisition & Retention Interim Executive Assistant

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Katie Marrero
Director of Intake and Marketing Growth

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Joebert Escanela
Assistant Biller

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Dedicated To Achieving Excellence

At Triangle ABA, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional care. Our BHCOE accreditation reflects our commitment to excellence, ensuring our team meets the highest standards in providing ABA therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder.

Our Commitment to Children and Families

At Triangle ABA, we are dedicated to empowering children with autism and other developmental disabilities through evidence-based therapy. Our mission is to create a supportive environment that fosters growth, learning, and joy for every child and their family.