Team
Meet the KNR Team
![Elizabeth Anderson](https://knrtherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Elizabeth-Anderson.jpg)
Elizabeth Anderson
What I do at KNR:
I am the clinical manager at the GOA location
Years of Experience:
I have been in the field of ABA for almost 8 years and have worked in home, clinic, school and community settings
Education:
I got my Masters in ABA at Florida State University and am currently pursuing my PhD in ABA at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
What I do for fun:
I enjoy traveling anywhere and everywhere during my spare time and sleeping in when I can
Keys to Success:
My key to success is making sure I take time for my self-care. Our lives can be stressful so we must make sure to nurture ourselves as well as others
![Lisa Apikos](https://knrtherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/JohnsonPope_03-scaled-e1631649264205-1024x1024.jpg)
Lisa Apikos
What I do at KNR:
I work with all departments to ensure operational effectiveness across KNR Therapy and to support our clinical team in their delivery of exceptional ABA services to our clients
Years of Experience:
I have more than 25 years of experience working as an Organizational Psychologist in the software, utility, manufacturing, and healthcare industries. I moved to the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in 2018 to help ABA providers deliver quality, effective services to children with ASD and their families.
Past Employment:
Forbes Behavioral Services, Oracle Corporation
Education:
BA in Business Management;
BS in Adult Education and Psychology; MBA in Organizational Psychology and Development; PhD in Psychology with a specialization in Learning and Motivation Theories; BCBA Certification
What I do for fun:
I teach Psychology and Sociology classes at a local state college and an online University, which I enjoy very much. Outside of the classroom, I love going to the Central Florida theme parks, camping, playing the piano and spending as much time as I can with my daughter, her husband, and my precious twin granddaughters.
Key to success:
Enjoy the journey towards your goals as much as achieving them. Every obstacle, disappointment and mistake must be seen as a challenge to overcome and an opportunity to learn and grow.
![Stacey Bass](https://knrtherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/JohnsonPope_10-scaled-e1631649556330-1024x1024.jpg)
Stacey Bass
What I do at KNR:
I provide guidance and oversight for our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), students and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) to ensure quality services for our families. I also work with the team to empower families through ongoing education and support.
Years of Experience:
I have 10+ years of experience working on and leading teams in the behavioral health space.
Past Employment:
Sacred Heart Autism Center, Better Life Behavioral Services
Education:
MA in Applied Experimental Psychology, University of West Florida; BCBA Certification
What I do for fun:
In my spare time, I enjoy reading and horseback riding.
![Frank Bequer](https://knrtherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/JohnsonPope_07-scaled-e1631640384252-1024x1024.jpg)
Frank Bequer
What I do at KNR:
I oversee all aspects of our operations, from clinical service delivery to growth to culture. My job is to help ensure quality services for our families and a positive, collaborative working environment that helps our staff not only succeed, but thrive.
Years of Experience:
9 years of experience across investing, healthcare and education
Past Employment:
LLR Partners, Raymond James
Education:
Bachelor of Business Administration, University of South Florida
What I do for fun:
I love spending time with my family and getting outdoors. I’m on board for most outdoor activities, but top of the list are cycling, fishing, camping and skiing.
Key to success:
Focus on the mission and do so with compassion and integrity.
![Tisha](https://knrtherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/JohnsonPope_21-scaled-e1632405140434-1024x1024.jpg)
Tisha Butler
What I do at KNR:
I work on the finance team where I manage insurance claims to help ensure a smooth experience for our clients.
Years of Experience:
I have more than a decade of experience in medical billing and insurance verification.
Past Employment:
Stratum Health Services, Doctors Choice Home Care
Education:
Manatee Community College – Healthcare Administration & Nursing; Meridian Career Institute – Medical Billing & Coding Certification
What I do for fun:
Spending time with my family is always top of the list. I’m also a movie buff and love a good movie night.
Key to success:
Stay focused and never give up on your dreams.
![Katherine Caballero](https://knrtherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/JohnsonPope_06-scaled-e1631649347399-1024x1024.jpg)
Katherine Caballero
What I do at KNR:
At KNR, I provide family centered ABA services to individuals with behavior challenges and skill deficits. I support ongoing supervision to RBT’s to improve and maintain behavior-analytic, professional, and ethical repertoires, and facilitate the delivery of high-quality services to clients. I also lead the design, development and maintenance of the curriculum, lesson plans and course content for social skills training.
Past employment:
I started in the field of ABA as an RBT in Florida 5 years ago. I later started practicing as BCaBA in the state of Michigan. I continued to progress in the field by becoming a BCBA.
Education/Certifications:
Masters of Arts from Arizona State University; Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
What I do for fun:
I enjoy spending time at the beach and watching Netflix.
Key to success:
Having a dedicated, collaborative and empathetic approach to creating a productive and engaging learning environment to improve client’s quality of life.
![Kristin Darsch](https://knrtherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/JohnsonPope_17-scaled-e1631649636624-1024x1024.jpg)
Kristin Darsch
What I do at KNR:
I lead strategic recruitment initiative at KNR Therapy, with a focus on attracting top talent to promote the overall growth of the organization and build a team-oriented culture.
Years of Experience:
I have eight years of experience in the talent acquisition/healthcare recruitment space.
Past Employment:
K.A. Recruiting, Favorite Healthcare
Education:
B.S. in Human Services, Psychology, Kansas State University
What I do for fun:
Spending time with my family is always at the top of my list. I also love going to the beach on the weekends and traveling the world with my husband.
Key to success:
Surround yourself with the right team and always show up for that team.
![Michelle Harris](https://knrtherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/M.Harris-headshot.png)
Michelle Harris
What I do at KNR:
Business Manager
Years of Experience:
KNR: Less than 1
ABA: 3
Full career: 7 years pd/ 20 years volunteer
Past Employment:
Business Director: Expressive Beginnings ABA Therapy, Enterprise, AL: 1-woman ops show including HR, Client Intake, Customer Service, Budgeting, Auths/Billing, Recruitment, IT, Marketing, Facility Mgmt.
Business Manager: MWR Leisure Travel, Fort Rucker, AL: Managed a military travel agency, contracting with vendors to offer the best options for entertainment and vacations to our deserving service members (Active Duty, Retired, National Guard, Reserve)
Education:
Bachelor of Business Administration from Austin Peay State University, Clarksville, TN
What I do for fun:
I love hosting, being with family and friends, volunteering, and enjoying sunshine. (It’s my favorite color!)
Keys to Success:
Treat everyone with respect and be a light!
Responsibility is 2 words: Response + Ability. If I am able, I believe it is my duty to use/share that gift where possible.
Overcommunicate
![Chelsea Jonas](https://knrtherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/C.-Jonas-Headshot.jpg)
Chelsea Jonas
What I do at KNR:
As an Operations Manager, my role is here to support our staff members and help expediate families into care while maintaining quality services.
Years of Experience:
I have 2 years experience in the ABA field but over 6 years management experience.
What I do for fun:
I love everything about sports, whether it is watching or playing. On the weekends you can usually catch me golfing or watching football.
Keys to Success:
The biggest key to success is to never stop learning! You won’t know the answer to everything, and that just means it is another opportunity to expand your horizons.
![Patrick T. Joyce](https://knrtherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/JohnsonPope_02-scaled-e1631649167523-1024x1024.jpg)
Patrick T. Joyce
What I do at KNR:
I lead a talented team of professionals to manage the (financial) success of the organization as well as help set our organic and inorganic growth strategy.
Years of Experience:
I have 8+ years of financial and operational experience in the healthcare and technology investment space.
Past Employment:
Welsh, Carson, Anderson & Stowe
Education:
BA, Bucknell University; MBA, Columbia Business School
What I do for fun:
I like to stay active and get outdoors whenever I can. More often than not, you’ll find me hanging outside with my dog, Rio.
Key to success:
Take it one step at a time and keep going. As Vincent van Gogh once said, “Great things are not done by impulse, but by a series of small things brought together.”
![Taylor West](https://knrtherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Taylor_West-e1663634037623.jpg)
Taylor West
What I do at KNR:
I am helping more families get access to KNR’s services by expanding our operations to new states and partnering with organizations who also support ASD families.
Years of Experience:
9 years
Past Employment:
Deloitte Consulting, Strategy & Operations Practice Education: B.A. from Boston College, M.B.A from Dartmouth College
Education:
B.A from Boston College, M.B.A. from Dartmouth College
What I do for fun:
Anything outside! My husband, 1 year old daughter, and I love hiking, boating, and exploring. Key to success: Setting quantifiable, actionable goals for myself and the organizations I work with.
Keys to Success:
Setting Quantifiable, actionable goals for myself and the organization I work with.