About Sacred ABA
At Sacred ABA, families no longer have to choose between school and therapy—we bring both together under one roof. As a one-stop shop, we proudly provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy in both private school and clinic settings, ensuring students receive the support they need in a nurturing, structured environment.
We serve students ages 3 to 21, with a deep commitment to compassionate care and quality services. As parents of children with special needs ourselves, we understand your journey—and it fuels our passion to provide exceptional, ethical care.
Our team is Safety-Care trained and dedicated to building strong partnerships with families through consistent communication and hands-on parent training. At Sacred ABA, your child’s growth, safety, and well-being are always our top priority.
Meet the Founders of Sacred ABA & Our Sacred Academy
Eighteen years ago, our lives changed forever with the birth of our beautiful daughter, Katherine (Kitty). She came into this world with Down syndrome, and later, we received an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis. What began as a journey filled with unknowns quickly transformed into a path of purpose, love, and unwavering advocacy.
Kitty became our greatest teacher—showing us the true meaning of strength, patience, and joy. Because of her, we found our calling: to create a space where children like her are not only supported, but celebrated.
That calling gave birth to Our Sacred Academy (OSA) and Sacred ABA—two sister companies, united by one mission: to serve the academic and behavioral therapy needs of individuals with special needs in a community built on love, acceptance, and opportunity.
Every decision we’ve made, every family we’ve met, and every child we’ve had the honor to support has been guided by our belief that all children deserve to thrive—not in spite of who they are, but because of who they are.
Our journey started with Kitty, but it has grown into something much bigger. We are so grateful to walk this path alongside so many incredible students, families, and team members.
Thank you for being a part of our Sacred community.
Kathy’s journey into this field began with a deep desire to support and uplift children and families. After earning her Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice in 2009, she quickly realized her true passion was working directly with youth and helping them grow, succeed, and feel supported.
In 2012, Kathy entered the education system as a substitute teacher, where her connection with students inspired her to deepen her impact. She went on to earn her Exceptional Student Educator (ESE) Certification, dedicating herself to supporting students with diverse learning needs. Her commitment to advocacy and student support led her to St. Thomas University, where she earned her Master’s degree in Guidance and Counseling in 2017.
Kathy served as a Guidance Counselor within the public school system, where she held several key leadership roles, including 504 Liaison, Response-to-Intervention (RTI) Coordinator, and Testing Coordinator. In these roles, she worked closely with students, families, and educators to ensure every child received the understanding, accommodations, and support they needed to thrive. Her work was always grounded in compassion, collaboration, and a genuine belief in each child’s potential.
Today, Kathy brings both her professional experience and her heart for service to Sacred ABA and Our Sacred Academy (OSA). Her mission goes beyond programs and services, she is deeply committed to creating a supportive, family-centered environment where children feel seen, valued, and empowered.
Kathy’s passion for the special needs community is not just professional, it is deeply personal. She understands the importance of trust, advocacy, and having a team that truly cares. She is wholeheartedly devoted to walking alongside families, ensuring that every child receives not only high-quality care, but also the love, patience, and opportunities they deserve to reach their fullest potential.
Alex brings over two decades of leadership and operational experience from the auto industry, where he specialized in managing teams and driving organizational success. His strengths in operations and people management made him a natural fit for building the foundation of Sacred ABA and Our Sacred Academy.
In the early stages of the organization, Alex balanced a full-time role as a General Manager while working tirelessly behind the scenes to support the operational development of both Sacred ABA and OSA. His commitment and vision were instrumental in shaping the structure and mission of the organization.
After more than 20 years in the auto industry, Alex made the decision to retire and dedicate himself full-time to Sacred ABA and Our Sacred Academy. His mission is clear: to provide families with a comprehensive, one-stop solution that combines education and therapy under one roof, creating a safe, nurturing environment for children with special needs.
Alex’s work is deeply personal. As a special needs parent, he understands firsthand the concerns and hopes that families bring with them. His daughter, who receives ABA therapy and is also a student at OSA, continues to be the heart and inspiration behind the organization. His dedication to quality service, attention to detail, and unwavering advocacy for the special needs community guide everything he does.
Clinical Supervisor
Lili is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 9 years of experience in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. She began her career as a Behavior Technician, where she quickly developed a deep appreciation for the science of behavior and, more importantly, the meaningful impact it can have on the lives of individuals and their families. This early hands-on experience shaped her passion and continues to guide her work today.
Over the years, she has grown within the field, working as a Behavior Technician (BT), Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA), and now as a BCBA. Each role has provided her with a unique perspective and a well-rounded understanding of how to support learners at every stage of development. She earned her Master of Science degree from Florida State University in 2022, further strengthening her ability to deliver thoughtful, evidence-based care.
She has a special interest in communication development and is passionate about helping individuals find their voice, whether through vocal language, American Sign Language (ASL), pointing, or the use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). She also enjoys supporting families through the toilet training process. Above all, she is dedicated to building practical, meaningful skills that promote independence and enhance quality of life, while ensuring families feel supported, heard, and confident every step of the way.
Desiree is an experienced Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a strong academic foundation and more than a decade of clinical practice supporting children and youth with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. She holds a Master of Arts in Special Education with a specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis from Arizona State University, a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from York University, and a Behaviour Science Technology Diploma from George Brown College, where she graduated on the Dean’s List.
Her professional journey in ABA began in 2011 as an Instructor Therapist/ABA Therapist at a private clinic in Toronto, providing direct intervention to children aged 4–16. Over the years, Desiree has developed and delivered both individual and group-based programming targeting communication, social skills, daily living skills, and behavior management. She has led emotional regulation groups, supported clients in identifying and applying coping strategies, and collaborated closely with families to establish meaningful, individualized goals.
Desiree became a Board Certified assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) in 2017 and advanced to BCBA certification in 2022. Desiree’s clinical expertise includes conducting functional behavior assessments, designing evidence-based treatment plans, and overseeing the implementation of behavior-analytic interventions across diverse learner profiles. In addition to her clinical work, she has served as an Assistant Clinical Director, where she provided leadership, supervision, and program oversight to ensure high-quality service delivery and clinical integrity.
With four years of experience as a BCBA and a career spanning more than a decade in the field, Desiree is recognized for her commitment to ethical practice, family-centered care, and the development of effective, individualized interventions that promote meaningful and lasting skill development.
Contact Sacred ABA in West Palm Beach, Florida, by email at Alex.y@sacredaba.org to learn more about our ABA therapists.