Learning and Behavioral Center’s experienced and committed staff and experts believe in helping children and families in need of support due to behavioral issues or autism. Our staff at each of our locations is made up of compassionate counselors, therapists, and other licensed and experienced professionals.

CEO & Founder

Bita Ghatan CEO & Founder

Mrs. Bita Ghatan (Mrs. G) is a world-renowned Behavior Analyst, certified autism specialist and expert in the field of ASD (Autism), OCD, ADD, ADHD, Trisomy 21 (Down Syndrome) and other associated disabilities. Mrs. G and her team of hand picked specialist serve a wide range of diagnosis – from high-functioning children with autism to the most challenging individuals whose families and teachers come to us as a last resort. Mrs. G and the LBC team have an unparalleled recovery rate, enabling children and their family members to lead independent and productive lives. With a Masters of Science in Applied and Experimental Analysis of Behavior from California State University of Los Angeles, she received her mentorship from Dr. Barry Lowenkron, a world renowned and admired behavior analyst and the father of Joint Control. Her extensive training in the experimental and applied analysis of behavior, includes the domains of Dr. Brian Iwata’s functional analysis and assessment methodologies, Dr. B.F. Skinners analysis of verbal behavior (VB), behavior analysis in education and academics, Discrete Trial Training (DTT) and Natural Environment Training (NET), Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), other forms of augmentative communication, extensive training in teaching advanced language skills, social skills, Theory of Mind and Executive Functioning skills.

Under Mrs. Ghatan’s leadership, it has been LBC’s mission to have a significant impact on every Learner’s life.

California

Administrative

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Krystal Fountaine

Chief Operating Officer

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CA

Cameron Artigliere

Human Resources Manager

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AM

Anita Mishkanian

Office Manager

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Clinical Leadership

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Pasha Bahsoun

Clinical Director

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LD

Lance Dayandayan

BCBA

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Clinical

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Amanda Luna

Program Manager

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AD

Aaron Downs

Program Manager

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MA

Mallory Akol

Program Manager

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GDJ

Gilene de Jesus

Program Manager

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SP

Shanmuga Piramanayagam

Program Manager

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Tennessee

Clinical Leadership

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Rea Pounds

Clinical Director

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DM

Dalia Meram

Clinical Director Associate

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VH

Victoria Hollenbach

BCBA

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