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Our Staff
Erica Winn, MBA/BCBA, founded, owns, and serves as the clinical supervisor of Positive Regard, LLC. Erica has practiced in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) since 1998, dedicating herself to developing high-impact behavioral strategies and leading specialized educational initiatives. At Positive Regard, she delivers authoritative behavior consultation services, report writing, and progress monitoring tailored to residential facilities, group homes, and adult day programs.
In addition to her clinical leadership at Positive Regard, Erica serves as the Executive Director of Special Education and Student Supports in a local school district, demonstrating an exceptional track record of designing therapeutic, regulatory-compliant systems at the highest levels of institutional administration.
Amanda Murillo is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over a decade of experience designing and implementing evidence-based behavioral interventions across educational, residential, and clinical settings. With an M.A. in Teaching (specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis) and a B.A. in Psychology, Amanda specializes in functional behavior assessments (FBAs), positive behavior support frameworks, and crisis intervention.
Throughout her career, Amanda has served as a critical resource for school districts, residential care facilities, and community organizations. Her work spans conducting comprehensive behavioral evaluations, developing individualized behavior intervention and treatment plans, and coaching multidisciplinary teams to ensure treatment fidelity. A certified CPI Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Trainer, she has extensive experience leading professional development workshops, designing instructional materials, and mentoring educators, direct-care staff, and families in applied behavior analysis theory and positive programming.
Danielle Mooney is a highly collaborative, inventive Behavior Analyst who designs impactful behavioral strategies for residential facilities and day programs. With a Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis, Danielle blends a strong academic foundation with over a decade of hands-on behavioral health experience. She specializes in building rapid rapport with frontline teams, managing behavioral crises with creative problem-solving, and developing sustainable, data-driven systems that promote long-term safety and independence.
Danielle Mooney has worked in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis since 2015. She has worked as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and Consultant for a local school district, completing assessments, training staff to implement interventions, and overseeing program reliability, validity, and implementation fidelity. Danielle earned her BCBA certification in 2024 and cares deeply for the residents and staff she supports and works to improve their independence for an overall improved quality of life.
Caroline Slack is a strategic, versatile Behavior Consultant, with over a decade of experience supporting individuals with autism, mental health diagnoses, and complex behavioral needs. Holding a Master of Education in Special Education with an Applied Behavior Analysis concentration, Caroline is currently a BCBA Candidate completing advanced clinical milestones. She works collaboratively with residential facilities and community providers to design evidence-based intervention plans that build inclusive, supportive, and successful environments. Caroline Slack has experience working with youth and adults as an educator, social worker, and mentor since 2009.
In addition, she has worked with people who have mental illness and special needs while operating as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and BCBA Candidate. Her unique background includes managing inclusive workplace operations—such as mentoring employees with autism in community vocational settings—and directing large-scale recreational programs. This diverse experience allows her to look past a "one-size-fits-all" framework, offering highly customized, practical strategies that minimize staff burnout and optimize behavioral outcomes across all shifts. Caroline always strives to help people she serves to live their best lives with compassion and care while assisting support staff to effectively implement the necessary interventions.
Calvin Bell is a disciplined, analytical, and highly structured behavior consultant who specializes in designing and managing behavioral interventions for residential facilities. As a BCBA candidate, he earned a Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis in 2026 and brings a distinct blend of clinical theory, operational leadership, and advanced crisis management to human services. He works closely with administrative leadership and direct support staff to build stable, ethical, and high-functioning care environments that maximize safety and client independence.
Calvin’s background reflects exceptional accountability and high-stakes teamwork, spanning roles as a Program Manager, a Youth Counselor, and a retired Officer in the United States Coast Guard. This powerful combination of clinical service management and military leadership allows him to approach facility consultation with supreme organizational clarity. Calvin rejects "one-size-fits-all" ideas, focusing instead on clear communication, strong peer mentorship, and robust tracking systems that reduce staff burnout while delivering measurable, positive outcomes for residents.
Alima Niazi is an experienced, highly skilled Behavior Consultant specializing in data-driven behavioral solutions for residential facilities and support programs. Alima Niazi has been working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis since 2015. Starting as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), she quickly demonstrated strong analytical skills and was promoted to Lead Technician to help train and support others entering the field.
Alima combines a strong scientific, analytical background with years of hands-on leadership in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). She works collaboratively with facility managers and direct support staff to conduct comprehensive assessments and implement sustainable behavioral plans that promote safety, compliance, and client independence. Alima has been a valuable addition to our team since 2021. She works closely with staff supporting residents in adult residential facilities to ensure they implement ongoing skills-teaching and behavior-management strategies with fidelity.
Hannah Najarzadeh is a dedicated, highly organized Behavior Consultant who designs and implements evidence-based behavioral solutions for residential facilities, care homes, and adult day programs. With extensive hands-on experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), skill acquisition, and crisis management, Hannah bridges clinical theory and practical, real-world care. She works collaboratively with administrative leaders and direct care teams to build supportive environments that promote independence, safety, and a high quality of life for the individuals they serve.
Her unique experience working one-on-one with individuals with severe disabilities—coupled with a background in special education and collaborative interdisciplinary teamwork—allows her to approach every facility with deep empathy for frontline staff. Rather than offering one-size-fits-all suggestions, Hannah focuses on sustainable, team-oriented behavioral systems that reduce staff burnout, prevent critical incidents, and maximize progress for every individual.