ABI Staff

Casey Barron has been working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis since 2015 and has
been a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst since February of 2020. During her ABA career, she has
worked in clinical, home, and academic settings. Casey completed her undergraduate education
at the University of Utah in 2016, then earned her master’s degree from Arizona State
University in 2019. Since practicing as a BCBA, she has developed a special interest in
compassionate care practices and reducing challenging interfering behavior. Casey is certified in
Practical Functional Assessment (PFA) and Skill Based Treatment (SBT) for treating severe
problem behavior. She loves connecting with families and working together to create
meaningful changes in the lives of the kids she works with. When she isn’t working, Casey
enjoys reading, hiking, and spending time with her family and friends.

Amy lives in Salt Lake City with her husband and their 2 boys. She is a BCBA who loves helping children and their families achieve meaningful outcomes. Amy also loves a good audiobook, nachos, and going on adventures with her family.

Holly joined the ABI team in 2018, but she has been working in the field of ABA since 2010. She says the best thing about her job is connecting with her clients and really getting to know them and their families. Whether she's working on potty training with a 4 year old or getting to know a 17 year old for the first time, she loves the challenge of becoming someone they not only trust, but are excited to see. Holly values the relationships she builds with her clients' families and enjoys finding ways to support them through challenging behaviors as well as celebrating their many achievements!
Holly and her husband have a blended family of six. She savors the warm weather months when she can spend time outside in her yard and go on nearby hikes. She especially loves sharing fun moments with her kids and extended family and friends.

Jessie received her Board Certified Behavior Analyst certification in February 2017 and joined the ABI team in June of 2023. She received her Bachelor of Special Education from Utah State University, and taught Special Education kindergarten for 5 years prior to getting her Masters of Special Education with Applied Behavior Analysis coursework. She has 17 years of Early Intervention experience working in clinical, school, and home settings. When she is not working, Jessie enjoys spending time with her two little children, adventuring to as many parks as possible.

Fadumo has been involved in the field of ABA since 2016 working as an early intervention behavior therapist. She received her bachelor’s degree in Biology and Psychology and received her master’s of education in behavior analysis from the University of Utah. She has been a BCBA since December of 2021. Best part of the job for Fadumo is getting to know all her client’s unique personalities and being part of their progress and growth. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family, learning about health and wellness, drawing and reading.

Madison has been working at ABI since 2020 shortly after completing her BA at Brigham Young University. Madison received her MA in applied behavior analysis through Arizona State University and has been a BCBA since 2022. Madison is motivated by the love she has for her clientele and the joy she experiences when they make strides in learning. Madison is trained in Skills Based Treatment, Food Tolerance, Sleep Training, the Balance Program, and the PEAK assessment. When off-the-clock Madison enjoys traveling, sewing, reading and spending time with family and friends.

Blake Inouye was born and raised In Henderson, NV. Blake moved to Utah in 2017 where he attended BYU. Blake graduated from BYU in 2019 and upon graduation he began the Master's program In Applied Behavior Analysis at Utah Valley University. Shortly after Blake began his Master's program, he began his internship at Autism and Behavioral Intervention where he worked as a Behavior Analyst in Training (BAIT). During this period, Blake received training working with children from the ages of 2-15. In May 2022, Blake graduated with his Master's of Education with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis.

Blake is a passionate and hard-working individual who enjoys working with children with mild-to-severe problem behaviors. Hobbies for Blake include spending time with family and friends, watching college baseball games, and golfing.

Adalee Buchanan joined the ABI team in September of 2020. Adalee grew up in Salt Lake City Utah where she discovered her love for helping individuals gain independence and belonging through the adaptive sport community. She received her undergraduate degree in Psychology at Utah State University and in August of 2022 graduated with her Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis from Arizona State University. Adalee has experience working with children ages 2-15 with mild-to-sever problem behaviors. In her leisure time Adalee enjoys skiing, mountain biking, traveling, spending time with family, and cooking.

Kelsi has always had a passion for working with individuals with special needs. During high school, she initiated her school's Special Olympics Unified Sports chapter, dedicating her time to volunteer both inside and outside the classroom. After earning her Bachelor's degree from BYU, Kelsi pursued her master's degree in ABA at UVU. In July of 2023, she achieved her goal of becoming a BCBA. Kelsi loves assisting her clients and their families, focusing on enhancing their quality of life through skills taught in ABA. She is passionate about meeting clients at their level and adapting learning to best suit their individual needs. In her free time, Kelsi enjoys mountain biking, exploring new places through travel, eating at new restaurants, and playing soccer.

Gentrey grew up with a brother on the spectrum and always knew she wanted to work with individuals with special needs. Her brother received services from ABI and he still has great memories of the people he worked with which is what initially made Gentrey want to join the ABI team as an RBT in 2018. She has been with ABI ever since. Gentrey got a degree in Special Education from BYU then continued her education at UVU where she completed her masters degree in ABA becoming a BCBA in 2023. She loves helping kids access the world around them through communication, whether that is using PECS, a communication device, or vocal communication. She is passionate about working with families to help achieve the goals they have for their loved ones. Gentrey loves reading, watching live theater, and baking.

Meagan became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in March 2024. She has 5 years of experience in the field prior to becoming a BCBA where she worked as a Registered Behavior Technician in home, school and clinic settings . Meagan has experience working with children 2-15 years of age. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Brigham Young University and a Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Arizona State University. Her passion for working in the field Behavior Analysis was sparked by her involvement with the Best Buddies program in high school. In her free time, Meagan enjoys traveling, going on e-bike rides, attending concerts, traveling and spending quality time with friends and family."

Katie has been part of the ABI team since September of 2020. As a BCaBA, Katie has experience working with children aged 1-13 with Autism and other developmental disabilities. Katie celebrates all the little successes on the way towards bigger achievements. When Katie isn't working, she loves spending time with her family, playing games, and listening to audiobooks.

Danielle Joined the ABI team in July 2020 as an RBT. Danielle handles the day to day operations and scheduling for our staff and clients. As someone deeply passionate about nurturing the growth and well-being of our kids and staff, Danielle is committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Danielle has a BS Degree in Psychology from the University of Utah and is working toward an MBA with an emphasis in Healthcare Administration at Southern Utah University. In her spare time Danielle enjoys spending time with her family and reading.