Meet Our Therapists

Clinic Leadership Team

Elizabeth Ginder, MSSW, BCBA, LBA
Clinical Director, and Owner

Elizabeth Ginder, MSSW, BCBA, LBA | Behavior Analyst and Owner

Elizabeth is a graduate of Bellarmine University (Louisville, KY) and University of Louisville. Elizabeth is passionate about practicing Applied Behavior Analysis and started ABA Interventions in 2015 to teach and help as many families, schools, and children as she could. Elizabeth specializes in working with children ages 2 through early adulthood. She has experience working with children diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as children with severe, challenging behaviors. Elizabeth also has a strong background in parent, teacher and staff training. Her focus is on verbal behavior, skill acquisition and teaching children how to have fun!

“A smile is the light in your window that tells others that there is a caring, sharing person inside.”

Kieran Potterton, MA, BCBA, LBA
Clinical Operations Manager

Kieran Potterton, M.A., BCBA, LBA

Kieran is a graduate of Bellarmine University (B.A. Psychology) where he was a member of the Men’s Soccer Program. He earned his masters degree from Spalding University (M.A. Applied Behavior Analysis).

Kieran comes to ABA Interventions after working for many years in the East Tennessee area with the adult population under DIDD. With extensive experience in behavior management, daily living skills, staff/parent training, he looks forward to serving all ages. Kieran is excited to be on the ABA Interventions team to help clients and their parents reach their socially significant goals.

Cresanna Kahrl, MA, BCBA, LBA
Clinic Coordinator

Cresanna Kahrl

Cresanna holds a Masters degree in Professional Behavior Analysis from Florida Institute of Technology, and has worked with children with autism in home, school, and community settings since 2004. She specializes in developing communication systems for non-vocal learners, designing programming to teach meaningful skills, and training others to use current, evidence-based ABA science in daily practice. Cresanna is passionate about building joyful connections with children who find engagement challenging, and is happiest when she’s on the floor engaging with a child to find what makes them smile!

Danielle Mouser, RBT
Training Coordinator

Danielle Mouser

Danielle has been an RBT for over 10 years. She graduated from Purdue University with a BA in Psychology. After gaining 7 years of ABA experience in Indiana, she moved to Tennessee to be closer to family and joined ABA Interventions in February 2021. She has collaborated with the Clinical Director to create an onsite 40-hour RBT training course and leads a Senior Tech team to provide ongoing training and support. She enjoys working with early learners with challenging behavior. She has a passion for helping others reach their full potential as an RBT at ABA Interventions!

Jenna Harp
Office and Billing Manager

Jenna Harp

Jenna graduated from the University of Tennessee with a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a minor in business administration in 2006. With over 2 decades of office management and clinical experience, Jenna is committed to leading a collaborative, happy and productive team. Jenna oversees daily claims billing and payment processing to ensure efficient claims processing.

Supervisors

Haley Jennings, MS, BCBA, LBA
Behavior Analyst

Michelle McCarter, MA, BCBA

Michelle first discovered the world of ABA during her undergraduate studies at the University of North Texas in the 1990’s. Since that time, she has worked with individuals in home, community, clinic, and school settings as a behavior technician. She decided to return to get her master’s degree in ABA from Ball State University in 2022. She was able to receive her BCBA in 2024. Her passion and focus are on early intervention learners.

Amber Perry, MA, BCBA, LBA
Behavior Analyst, Report Auditor

Amber Perry, MA, BCBA, LBA

Amber graduated from the University of Tennessee with her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 2012 and received her Master of Arts in Early Childhood Education from Union University in 2015. Shortly after relocating to Michigan with her husband, she returned to her psychology roots with the Michigan School for Psychology and received her Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis in 2020. She became a BCBA in November 2020. Her experience and interests in the fields of psychology and ABA include assessments and diagnostics, working with early learners, and researching and incorporating self-care into Applied Behavior Analysis. She has been with ABA Interventions since July 2021 and continues to enjoy the work she does with her clients, their families, and her coworkers.

Hannah Shepple, MS, BCBA, LBA
Behavior Analyst

Hannah Shepple, M.S., BCBA, LBA

Hannah graduated from Taylor University with a B.A. in Psychology in 2005. She received her Masters Degree from Eastern Kentucky University in Clinical Psychology in 2007. She became a BCBA in 2011 and has worked in a variety of settings including a residential facility, school setting, and in the home. She has experience working with children and adolescents with autism and developmental disabilities conducting functional communication training, FBA’s, assessments, parent and staff training, using assistive technology and leading social skills groups. I am excited about helping the children and their families at ABA Interventions achieve their goals and reach their potential.

Morgan Ramsey, MA, BCBA, LBA
Behavior Analyst

Hannah Shepple, M.S., BCBA, LBA

Katie Reyes, MSW, BCBA Behavior Analyst

Chelsea Tolliver, MA, BCBA, LBA
Behavior Analyst

Chelsea Tolliver, MA, BCBA, LBA

Chelsea received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Tennessee in Psychology. She then attended Tennessee Technological University where she received her Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus in Applied Behavior Analysis. Chelsea has worked at ABA Interventions since 2019 and served a variety of families. Chelsea enjoys working with children and families to open new environments and opportunities for learners through building communication skills and curiosity about their world.

Amanda Tucker, MA, BCBA, LBA
Behavior Analyst

Amanda Tucker, MA, BCBA, LBA

Amanda enjoys working with marginalized populations and excels in preparing clients for educational and life transitions. Amanda earned her undergraduate degree at Maryville College in Maryville, Tennessee in Child Development with Kindergarten through sixth grade teacher licensure. She taught in public school settings in North Carolina, Okinawa Japan, and Tennessee before leaving the field of education to pursue a graduate degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. Amanda graduated with her Master of Arts in special education with a concentration in applied behavior analysis from Arizona State University in 2021. She has been a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed to practice ABA in the state of Tennessee since June 2021.

Julie Hall, MA, BCBA
Behavior Analyst

Julie Hall

Julie graduated with her undergraduate degree in psychology in 2010 from The University of Texas at Tyler. She always knew she wanted to work with children of all different needs after spending her elementary school years helping out in the special education classroom. She also spent 3 years volunteering at Texas Children’s Hospital after undergrad. She stumbled into the field of ABA in 2014 and quickly realized it was exactly where she was meant to be! After spending 4 years as an RBT in Houston, TX, she earned her BCaBA certification through The University of Houston at Clear Lake in 2018. She then decided to pursue her BCBA certification and graduated from Florida Institute of Technology with her Masters in Behavior Analysis in May 2024. She passed her BCBA exam in July 2024! Julie joined the ABA Interventions team in September 2023 after relocating from Texas to Tennessee to be closer to her family, and has enjoyed every second of being a part of the ABA Interventions family! Julie enjoys working with early learners and has an interest in assisting her learners in learning how to communicate through various modalities, as well as conducting parent trainings to help the families as a whole.

Amanda Martin, MA, BCBA
Behavior Analyst

Amanda Martin

Amanda has been in the field of ABA since 2018. While she has always had a passion for working with children, she initially wanted to work in Early Intervention Services. Upon completing her internship for her Bachelor’s degree from Liberty University in Family and Child Development, she was able to sit in on an ABA session and instantly knew this was where she was meant to be. Since then, her passion has grown for the field of ABA and for all of the clients she has had the privilege to work with over the years. She graduated from Western Connecticut State University in May of 2020 with a Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. After starting at ABA Interventions in May of 2021 as a Registered Behavior Technician, she completed her hours, additional course work and gained extensive experience in the field, she became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed to practice in the state of Tennessee in November of 2023.

Matthew Olds, BA, BCaBA
Assistant Behavior Analyst

Matt Olds

Matthew Olds is a graduate of the Crown College (B.A. missions/ Sign Language Interpreter Training Program.) where he has learned to communicate using American Sign Language. He earned his Associates degree from Florida Institute of Technology (Applied Behavior Analysis). Matthew Olds is a BCaBA that has been in the field since 2018. Matthew’s first Experience was working with individuals with ASD and other neurological developmental disabilities in a residential setting, where he worked there for ten years, training daily living skills and staff and parent and parent training prior to starting his formal education in 2018, to become a BCaBA.

Theresa Blankenship, BCaBA
Assistant Behavior Analyst

Theresa Blankenship

Theresa graduated from The University of Tennessee with a BA in Academic Psychology. She then earned her Montessori teaching certification and taught a diverse population of children in a classroom setting for 20 years. Next, Theresa joined ABA Interventions in 2019 and obtained certification as a Registered Behavior Technician. In 2022, Theresa completed the Assistant Behavior Analysis program at Florida Institute of Technology and has become licensed in the state of Tennessee.

Office Staff

Darla Blevins
HR Specialist

Darla Blevins

Darla has lived in Knoxville for about 25 years. She is originally from Northwest Indiana. Darla has worked in the Human Resources field in various industries for about 16 years but enjoys working in the healthcare industry the most!

Marlo Queen
Therapy Scheduler

Marlo Queen

Marlo Queen is a dedicated Therapy Scheduler with over 20 years of experience in coordinating therapy appointments, managing schedules, and ensuring smooth operations within healthcare settings. Throughout her career, she has worked closely with patients, therapists, and administrators, gaining invaluable expertise in scheduling systems, patient relations, and optimizing workflows to enhance both patient and provider experiences.

Marlo is highly skilled in using scheduling software and tools, with a sharp eye for detail and a knack for handling complex schedules. Her organizational skills, coupled with her ability to effectively manage multiple tasks at once, have made her a go-to expert in her field. She is known for her ability to improve scheduling efficiency, reduce conflicts, and create a positive experience for patients and healthcare providers alike.

Outside of her professional life, Marlo is a proud Wrestling Mom, juggling the busy schedules of her young athlete while supporting her family. She values spending quality time with her loved ones and cherishes the moments that allow her to recharge and reconnect. Marlo believes in the importance of balancing a fulfilling career with a vibrant, family-oriented life.