About Us
Our Unique Approach
At Exceptional Behavior Consulting, LLC we address your child’s behaviors in all environments when challenges are observed. We provide services in home, public/private schools, our clinic, daycare programs, after school programs and in the community. We ensure that Behavior Analytic Therapy is always “applied”, meaning the therapy we provide is “put to practical use”. We meet you and your child where you are and support you both fully, to get where you need to be for success.”
Our Mission
“To provide caring and effective direction for children with exceptionalities and their caregivers.”
Dedicated To Our Community
Exceptional Behavior Consulting LLC, is locally owned and operated, proudly serving the community we call home. We also prioritize ongoing education and training, as we believe that staying up-to-date on the latest research and techniques is key to providing the best possible care for our clients and their caregivers.
Our People
Leigh Anne Chester, M.A, BCBA
Owner
Leigh Anne received her Bachelor’s Degree in Specific Learning Disabilities, from the
University of South Florida in 2001 and her Master’s Degree in Special Education
with a Concentration in Behavior Disorders, from the University of South Florida
in 2012. Leigh Anne has worked in the field of Developmental Disabilities and
Autism, since 2000. She has been a Behavior Analyst since 2007 and held Professional
Teaching Certificates in Exceptional Student Education and Elementary Education since 2001.
Leigh Anne has experience working with the school system and currently collaborates with
multiple private schools.
Kaitlyn Starrett, M.A., BCBA
Clinical Director Of Early Intervention
“My career in ABA to me means being able to make a difference in people’s lives. I love
helping our clients learn to communicate their needs, advocate for themselves, and
watching them succeed.”
Ashley Pease, M.A., BCBA
Director Of Student Analysts
“My career in ABA to me means being able to make a difference in people’s lives. I love
helping our clients learn to communicate their needs, advocate for themselves, and
watching them succeed.”
Angela Adams, M.A., BCBA
Senior Analyst
“I am grateful that I am able to use the science of behavior to help others change their lives in meaningful
ways, including my own. To quote Donald Baer, “That there could be a science of behavior, of what we
do, of who we are? How could you resist that?”
Tihana Runjaic, BCBA
“I am passionate about the field of ABA because it is an evolving science, there is always more to learn and more to understand. By always modifying our approach and learning about the most effective approaches, we are better able to suit all individual needs”
Stephanie Stribling, BCaBA
“My career in ABA means building relationships with my clients and their caregivers in their home, community, and school. Understanding the function of behaviors and finding where changes occur in the environments and improving the lives of others.”