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About Us

OUR MISSION

Here at A.L.E.C.S, we believe in every child’s ability to thrive. We are passionate about nurturing and encouraging child development by providing a safe environment for children and families to have their voices heard. Our focus is to educate, inform and supply parents and caregivers with the necessary tools and skills to better meet the needs of their children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Learning Disabilities (LD).

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OUR VISION

It is our vision to establish a safe and accepting environment where our highly qualified child development professionals can provide compassionate and all-embracing services to children and families of Hawai'i.

As professionals, we believe in maintaining a positive mindset, creating partnerships with families for a purpose, and always striving for significant outcomes. Contact us today for an initial consultation, and find out more about how we can tailor our services to your needs.

Founder

Our Founder

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Ed.S., LBA, BCBA, NCSP

About LaTasia

LaTasia “Tay” Franklin gained her initial experience helping youth diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder in 2014, while working as a member of the AmeriCorps at a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a minor in English from Georgia State University. In 2021, she earned an Education Specialist degree in School Psychology as well as a certificate in Positive Behavior Support from Northern Arizona University. She is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) and a Licensed School Psychologist in the state of Arizona. Currently, she is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and a Licensed Behavioral Analyst (LBA) in the state of Hawai’i.


Tay has dedicated most of her career to improving family systems by educating and empowering parents and familiies of youth with ASD to advocate for their child. As CEO and Founder of A.L.E.C.S, Tay’s primary focus is to conduct evaluations and assessments related to ASD and other social, behavioral, emotional and academic areas. When she’s not in the office, she enjoys paddleboarding, puzzles, and reading!

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Meet the Team

Team

Get to know the Aurora's Light Team: a tight-knit trio of passionate professionals committed to helping children with autism shine brightly.

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Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Nina

My name is Nina I am a registered behavior technician with a background in habilitation and home care for special needs individuals. I have eight years of experience in this field and am dedicated to helping individuals reaching their full potential. I am currently in route for my bachelors degree and a masters degree in the special education field. I am known for a nurturing and patient approach specializing in autism spectrum and letting individual personalities shine. My goal is to create a space where families feel confident, supported, and heard. When not in clinic I enjoy taking my dogs on adventures, playing with my children and supporting local businesses.

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Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Maddie

My name is Maddie, I'm a 23 year old college student who is working on my BA in Psychology! Why I got into ABA? - I got into ABA after hearing about it from a friend. After doing some research on what an RBT was, I knew it was a perfect job for me. I instantly applied, and have loved it ever since! Being an RBT is such a rewarding job to see kids grow and learn new behaviors to become more successful in their personal lives.

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Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Kaylah

Kaylah has been an RBT for nearly five years in both DOE and clinical settings. In addition to working with kids, she loves crocheting and landscape photography around our beautiful island home. In the future, she aspires to complete a masters in communication to become a speech therapist in order to continue helping special needs kids learn and grow in different ways.

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Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Rachel

Rachel is an RBT who is passionate about helping children learn, grow, and become more independent. Rachel loves helping children build skills, confidence, and independence through individualized and engaging learning experiences. She enjoys everything from developing creative programs and analyzing data to working directly with clients and their families. As an autistic practitioner, she brings a unique perspective and a deep appreciation for meeting each child where they are. When she is not at the clinic, Rachel can often be found spending time with her goats and dogs, exploring Hawaiʻi Island, reading, or creating new teaching materials. She is currently working toward becoming a BCBA and is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of the children she serves.

Insurances Accepted

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i acknowledge that i am on occupied land of the kānaka ʻōiwi, past and present & i honor with gratitude both the land itself and those who steward it.

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