Michelle Turbin, BCBA, Education Specialist, RYT200
Michelle Turbin, BCBA, Education Specialist, RYT200
Clinical Director
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Languages Spoken: English (Fluent), Japanese (Intermediate)
Michelle is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, a credentialed Educational Specialist in the State of California, and a Registered Yoga Teacher. She has worked in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis since 2004 and holds a Master's degree in Special Education from San Francisco State University.
Michelle has extensive experience working across public, non-public, and residential settings, and is passionate about helping those in her care to increase their independent living skills and autonomy.
Health and wellness are also important to Michelle. In addition to her regular yoga practice, she utilizes ABA strategies to make yoga accessible to all. Please check out the Yoga Classes/Camps tab for more information.
Michelle is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in behavior Analysis via Cambridge College. She lives in Oakland, CA, and is mom to a precocious toddler.
Michelle is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, a credentialed Educational Specialist in the State of California, and a Registered Yoga Teacher. She has worked in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis since 2004 and holds a Master's degree in Special Education from San Francisco State University.
Michelle has extensive experience working across public, non-public, and residential settings, and is passionate about helping those in her care to increase their independent living skills and autonomy.
Health and wellness are also important to Michelle. In addition to her regular yoga practice, she utilizes ABA strategies to make yoga accessible to all. Please check out the Yoga Classes/Camps tab for more information.
Michelle is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in behavior Analysis via Cambridge College. She lives in Oakland, CA, and is mom to a precocious toddler.
Nathalie Cruz, AS, RBT
Nathalie Cruz, AS, RBT
Life Skills Coach & Behavior Interventionist
Languages Spoken: English (Fluent), French (Fluent)
In addition to providing care, assistance, and coaching to adults since 2015, Nathalie’s background includes administrative work, childcare, and hosting at a yacht club. Her diverse work experience and outgoing nature make her stand out as an exceptional life skills coach and behavior interventionist. In addition to being a Registered Behavior Technician, Nathalie holds a dual Associate’s Degree in both Social & Behavioral Sciences and Psychology.
In addition to providing care, assistance, and coaching to adults since 2015, Nathalie’s background includes administrative work, childcare, and hosting at a yacht club. Her diverse work experience and outgoing nature make her stand out as an exceptional life skills coach and behavior interventionist. In addition to being a Registered Behavior Technician, Nathalie holds a dual Associate’s Degree in both Social & Behavioral Sciences and Psychology.
Leonela Morales, BA, RBT
Leonela Morales, BA, RBT
Behavior Consultant
Languages Spoken: English (Fluent), Spanish (Intermediate)
Leonela earned a B.A. in Psychology from Cal State East Bay in 2021 and is currently pursuing her M.A. in Applied Behavior Analysis at Arizona State University. She is a Registered Behavior Technician with experience applying behavior analytic techniques to support students and clients across school, home, and community settings.
In addition to her work in behavior analysis, Leonela is a trained veterinary assistant and brings a diverse professional background in property management and retail supervision. This unique combination of skills strengthens her ability to develop individualized, meaningful programs for clients and to provide effective leadership and support to staff.
Leonela approaches her work with empathy, flexibility, and a commitment to continuous learning. She is dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to every client she serves.
Leonela earned a B.A. in Psychology from Cal State East Bay in 2021 and is currently pursuing her M.A. in Applied Behavior Analysis at Arizona State University. She is a Registered Behavior Technician with experience applying behavior analytic techniques to support students and clients across school, home, and community settings.
In addition to her work in behavior analysis, Leonela is a trained veterinary assistant and brings a diverse professional background in property management and retail supervision. This unique combination of skills strengthens her ability to develop individualized, meaningful programs for clients and to provide effective leadership and support to staff.
Leonela approaches her work with empathy, flexibility, and a commitment to continuous learning. She is dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality care to every client she serves.
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