BELIEVING IN CHANGE - Key Persons


Hosanna Sims

Job Titles:
  • Behavior Technician
Working with children has always been a passion of mine and I'm so excited to have the chance to do so early in my career. I recently graduated from Palomar College and am currently pursuing my education in Sociology with a focus on Health, Education, and Welfare at California State University, San Marcos. Joining a dedicated team that works with families and places a strong emphasis on naturalistic behavioral development will not only provide me with valuable professional experience in Applied Behavioral Analysis but also enhance my understanding of the workforce.

Jessica Kesler

Job Titles:
  • Registered Behavior Technician, PEERS Certified Leader
I have always wanted to work with children and I strive to make a difference in their lives in any positive way I can. Believing in Change has given me the opportunity to continue to work with kids and provide me with more experience to guide me into being an even more positive role model.

Michelle Bouchard


Robert Thomas

Job Titles:
  • Registered Behavior Technician
I have always been passionate about working with and assisting others. Now that I have been given the opportunity to work with Believing In Change and seeing the impact we have on the lives of others, I strive to continue assisting others. I am a California State University of San Marcos alumni with a bachelor's degree in liberal studies to continue to pursue a career working with children.

Sabrina Ibarra

Job Titles:
  • Registered Behavior Technician
I have always known that working with children is my passion. Now getting that opportunity as a Registered Behavior Technician with Believing in Change and seeing the positive impact we all make on these children's lives is the most rewarding feeling I have experienced. I am currently a student at MiraCosta College and pursuing my bachelor's degree in Liberal Arts to continue my work with children in the future. I look forward to working you and your children!

Smriti Gautam

Job Titles:
  • Registered Behavior Technician, PEER 's Certified Leader
I am Smriti Gautam, and I have dedicated the past four years of my career to the Applied Behavioral Analysis field. My passion is to help others and this field gives me the opportunity to make a significant impact on individuals and their families. In my role, I am privileged to work closely with clients, guiding them in developing essential skills that will increase connections within their families, friendships, and communities. Witnessing the positive changes in my clients consistently is always rewarding and fulfilling. Furthermore, I am actively pursuing further education through a master's program in ABA, with the goal of becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, which I believe will guide me to continue helping future families.