ALL ABOUT VANESSA

Vanessa Bethea is a dynamic leader in behavior analysis. A Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), New Jersey Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA), and Pennsylvania Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS), Vanessa has dedicated her career to improving the lives of children and adults with autism, developmental disabilities, and mental health conditions. Her work focuses on developing communication skills, promoting adaptive behavior, and empowering families through education and support.

 

In addition to her expertise, Vanessa holds a Master of Arts in Applied Psychology with a concentration in ABA, and she is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in the same field. She has taught ABA courses at the college level and presented internationally on issues such as racial/implicit bias in behavior analysis and its applications in juvenile justice systems and law enforcement.

 

Her passion for helping others extends into the holistic healing realm, where she practices as a certified Reiki Master and 250 hour Yoga Instructor. This allows her to bring a unique, integrative approach to healing, offering energy-based treatments. Vanessa’s diverse skill set allows her to address both the emotional and behavioral needs of her clients contingent on the settings.

 

As a thought leader and advocate, she also co-founded the ABA Task Force, a group dedicated to promoting systemic change using ABA principles and founded Aligned Alchemy Consulting to support business owners . Vanessa is a published author, known for books that provide practical tools for behavior analysts and childcare professionals. Her commitment to equity in education has led her to serve on her local school district’s equity leadership team, working to foster inclusive environments for all students.

 

In her personal life, Vanessa is a devoted mother of four who balances her professional endeavors with a commitment to family, living by her mission to shape the world “one behavioral contingency at a time."