"When I think back on Jacob's (name changed for privacy) ABA journey, I am especially grateful for the time we had with Carrie. She was so much more than someone who oversaw his services. She took the time to truly get to know Jacob, understand how he learned, and meet him where he was.

Her knowledge and wisdom were evident in everything she did. She was incredibly hands-on and never made us feel like we were simply being told what to do. She taught us. She explained strategies, showed us how to use them, and helped us understand how we could incorporate them into our everyday lives to better support Jacob.

But what meant the most to me was the way she connected with him as a child.

She would get down on his level, engage with him, and take an interest in the things he loved. I will always remember her sitting down and playing Beyblades with Jacob. Something as simple as playing a game he loved showed me that she wasn’t just looking at his behaviors or his goals, she was seeing HIM. And he absolutely loved it.

She was patient with him. She was patient with us. She answered our questions, gave us guidance, and helped us feel more confident in knowing how to support our son.

As a mother, finding people who genuinely understand your child and care about helping them thrive is something you never take for granted. Our child needed someone who could see beyond the challenges and recognize his strengths, interests, and individuality. She did that.

I will always be thankful for the knowledge she shared with us, the patience she showed Jacob, and the genuine care she brought into his life. She made a difference in our family, and I am so grateful that Jacob had the opportunity to have her in his corner."