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Ribbon Cutting Celebration Held at New Autism Learning Center in Lansing, MI.

Total Spectrum welcomes families to their new location.

Left to Right: Nicole Goodman; Susan Hengesbach; Chad Munce; Kim Harless; Hans Schmid; Massiel Gonzalez Rodriguez; Mayor Andy Schor; Mallory Haynie; Mykaila Morgan; Cheryl Geniesse, Regional Clinical Director; Molly Link; Alex Wassom; Erika Shuler; Mary Burzych; Chris Swope; Dr. Nike Shoyinka, Medical Health Officer, Ingham County Board of Commissioners; Trisha Johnson, Senior Regional Director.

LANSING, MI… Total Spectrum, a provider of LEARN Behavioral, is proud to open its doors with a ribbon-cutting celebration at its new Lansing Learning Center at 111 W. Edgewood Blvd., Suite 14 & 15, Lansing, MI 48911.

The ribbon-cutting celebration was hosted by the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce and held on September 23, 2026.

During the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Sara Lewis of the Lansing Regional Chamber shared greetings, and Dr. Nike Shoyinka, Medical Health Officer, Ingham County Board of Commissioners, and Mayor Andy Schor shared remarks.

Members of the Lansing Regional Chamber and other guests were in attendance.

Ribbon-cutting attendees were able to tour the facility, enjoy light refreshments, and meet Total Spectrum’s leadership team, Cheryl Geniesse, M.A., BCBA, Regional Clinical Director, and Trisha Johnson, MA, BCBA, Senior Regional Director.

“Our work is about much more than providing therapy—it’s about building relationships, supporting families, and helping children discover what’s possible,” said Cheryl Geniesse, Regional Clinical Director. “We’re proud to be part of the Lansing community—and deeply committed to helping families thrive.”

Total Spectrum is Michigan’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based autism services for children and young adults ages 2-22 years. The new Lansing Learning Center provides center-based ABA therapy. Outside the center, the Lansing team provides ABA support in the home and community settings. The Lansing Learning Center is conveniently located within the Lansing School District and easily accessible via I-96, M-96, and public transportation for individuals and families in the region.

The center is now enrolling new clients based in Lansing and beyond.

About Total Spectrum

Total Spectrum is part of the LEARN Behavioral network, one of the nation’s leading providers of contemporary ABA therapy. Total Spectrum has been delivering evidence-based services for more than 10 years, helping children and young adults with autism find success and reach their unique potential.

Total Spectrum has locations throughout Michigan. For more information or to enroll a child at the new Lansing Learning Center, call (844) 263-1613 or visit https://totalspectrumcare.com/locations/lansing

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

Ribbon Cutting Celebration Held at New Autism & Down Syndrome Learning Center in Quincy, MA

BCI welcomes Norfolk County area families to their new location.

Left to Right: State Senator John F. Keenan; Dolly Di Pesa; Caryn Smith; Tamieca Muir; Mayor Thomas P. Koch; Emily Walden; Khrystyne Swain, Center Director; Emmabelle Colton; Katie Corey, Senior Regional Clinical Director; William McNab; Sharon Driscoll, Executive Director, Quincy Chamber of Commerce; Dr. Ashley Williams, Vice President, LEARN Behavioral; City Councilor Richard Ash.

QUINCY, MA… Behavioral Concepts (BCI), a provider of LEARN Behavioral, is proud to open its doors with a ribbon-cutting celebration at its new Quincy Learning Center at 8 Hancock Court, Quincy, MA 02169.

The ribbon-cutting celebration was hosted by the Quincy Chamber of Commerce on September 22, 2026.

State Senator John F. Keenan, Mayor Thomas Koch, and City Councilor Richard Ash were in attendance during the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Sharon Driscoll, Executive Director of Quincy Chamber of Commerce, along with other Chamber members and guests, were also in attendance.

Ribbon-cutting attendees were able to tour the facility, enjoy light refreshments, and meet BCI’s leadership team, Khrystyne Swain, M.S. BCBA, LABA, Center Director, and Katie Corey, M.S., LABA, BCBA, Senior Regional Clinical Director. 

“The Quincy Learning Center was designed to support both individual growth and peer collaboration,” said Khrystyne Swain, Center Director. “It’s a place where children can gain essential skills—and where their journey toward success in school and life begins. We’re honored to be part of the Quincy community.”

BCI is a leading contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based services for children with autism and Down syndrome. The Quincy Learning Center provides Early Intervention, diagnostic evaluations for autism, center-based ABA therapy to children with autism ages 2-6, and after-school programming for older children. It also offers center-based ABA therapy for individuals with Down syndrome, up to age 21. Outside the center, the Quincy team offers in-home support.

The Quincy Learning Center features an indoor gross motor space for physical and social development, as well as an art room and a teaching kitchen for children. There is no waitlist, and flexible treatment hours are offered to accommodate busy family schedules. The Quincy Learning Center is conveniently located near I-93 and is easily accessible to public transportation.

The center is now enrolling new clients throughout the South Shore with no waitlist and flexible treatment hours.

About BCI

BCI, part of the LEARN Behavioral network, is one of the nation’s leading providers of compassionate autism care. For more than 20 years, BCI has been delivering evidence-based services, helping children with autism and Down syndrome find success and reach their unique potential.

In addition to the Quincy Learning Center, BCI has existing center-based ABA therapy Learning Centers in Beverly, Brockton, Fall River, Fitchburg, Framingham, Lawrence, Littleton, Lowell, Newton, New Bedford, Springfield, Taunton, Wilmington, two locations in Worcester, MA, and a location in Nashua, NH.

For more information or to enroll a child at the Quincy Learning Center, call (508) 363-0200 or visit https://bciaba.com/locations/quincy

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

Dr. Rebecca Thompson of WEAP and LEARN Behavioral Awarded for Outstanding Contributions to the Field of ABA

Rebecca Thompson, PhD, BCBA-D

MADISON AND MILWAUKEE, WI, AND BALTIMORE, MD…

LEARN Behavioral, a national leader in autism treatment with a network of applied behavior analysis (ABA) providers across the country, congratulates Rebecca Thompson, PhD, BCBA-D, who has been awarded for her contributions to applied behavior analysis (ABA) in Wisconsin.

The Wisconsin Association for Behavior Analysis (WisABA) recognized Dr. Thompson with the prestigious award for “Outstanding Contributions to the Field of ABA in Wisconsin” at their conference held on October 2, 2026. WisABA serves as the state affiliate chapter of the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the Association for Professional Behavior Analysts (APBA).

Dr. Thompson’s tenure with the renowned ABA provider Wisconsin Early Autism Project (WEAP) and LEARN Behavioral spans more than 25 years. A licensed psychologist, Dr. Thompson holds a board certified behavior analyst-doctoral (BCBA-D) credential.

Dr. Thompson began her career at WEAP in diagnostics and the delivery of ABA services and, over the years, advanced to Director of Clinical Services. In the past two and a half years, Dr. Thompson has led state and federal government affairs efforts as Vice President of Advocacy at LEARN Behavioral.

Along with her leadership roles at WEAP and LEARN Behavioral, Dr. Thompson holds numerous public policy roles, including President of the Wisconsin Autism Providers Association (WAPA) and as an appointed member of the Wisconsin Governor’s Autism Council. She is also President of Illinois Providers for ABA Access and Quality (IPAAQ) and Chair of Massachusetts Providers for ABA Access and Quality (MPAAQ).

“During her career at WEAP and LEARN Behavioral, Rebecca has made a tremendous impact, and we are delighted with the policies and precedent set for LEARN Behavioral and the ABA community,” said Justin Funches, President of LEARN Behavioral’s autism provider network. “Rebecca’s commitment to helping children with autism achieve their full potential, along with her state and federal advocacy, has made a real difference in the lives of countless children and families.” 

Dr. Thompson has recently accepted the position of Director of Government Affairs for the Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP), a nonprofit trade association of more than 475 autism service provider organizations from all 50 states and multiple countries. LEARN Behavioral is a member and sponsor of CASP. 

“We congratulate Rebecca on her award, and wish her all the best as she steps into an expansive role at CASP supporting public policy across all 50 states. As LEARN Behavioral is a CASP member, we look forward to continuing our collaboration with Rebecca in support of children and families with autism across the U.S.”

Dr. Thompson is a native and resident of Milwaukee, WI.

For more information about WisABA, visit https://www.wisaba.org; for more information about CASP, visit casproviders.org.

About WEAP

Wisconsin Early Autism Project (WEAP), the first provider of applied behavior analysis (ABA) in Wisconsin, recently celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2025. WEAP has grown to become a world-renowned leader in early diagnosis and treatment for children with autism. WEAP’s evidence-based approach to care has helped thousands of children with autism throughout Wisconsin. WEAP is part of LEARN Behavioral and is dedicated to nurturing the potential of children with autism through contemporary ABA, which treats every child as unique and considers family and caregivers a core part of treatment. For more information about WEAP, visit https://wiautism.com

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism care, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 150 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit https://learnbehavioral.com

New Autism Learning Center Opens Doors in Woodbridge, VA with  Ribbon Cutting Celebration. SPARKS ABA welcomes Prince William County area families to their new location.

Front row left to right: Shannon Garrity with Senator McPike’s office; Victoria Armold, Chamber Ambassador; Dayan Toyos; Ana Hernandez; Merlyn Nair, SPARKS Woodbridge Center Director; Kayla Bagnato, Regional Clinical Director; Elizabeth Haugh; Michelle Manella; Ariel Goldchain, Chamber Ambassador. Second row left to right: Paul Gravley, CEO Didlake & Chairman of the Prince William County Chamber Foundation; Kristi Black, President & CEO of Prince William Chamber; Akash Pahal; Fatima Cruces; Delegate Margaret Franklin; CJ Epperson, Chamber Ambassador; Yungmi Organ, Chamber Ambassador; Olivia Caro; Lauren Donahue; Megan Moore. Back row left to right: Tom Sullivan, Chamber Ambassador; George Webb, Chamber Ambassador.

WOODBRIDGE, VA… SPARKS ABA, a provider of LEARN Behavioral, recently opened the doors of its new Woodbridge Learning Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 11, 2026.

Hosted by the Prince William Chamber of Commerce, the ribbon-cutting ceremony was held at SPARKS ABA’s new location at 14059 Crown Court, Woodbridge, VA 22193. 

During the ceremony, Paul Gravely, CEO of Didlake and Chairman of the Prince William Chamber Foundation, shared greetings and remarks. Temujin Choijilsuren, Chief of Staff for Delegate Rozia Henson, Jr., and Delegate Briana Sewell also shared remarks. Members of the Prince William Chamber of Commerce and other guests were in attendance.

Ribbon-cutting attendees were able to tour the facility, enjoy light refreshments, and meet 

SPARKS ABA’s leadership team: Merlyn Nair, M.S.Ed., BCBA, LBA, Center Director, and Kayla Bagnato, MEd, BCBA, LBA, Regional Clinical Director.

“SPARKS is excited to bring compassionate, high-quality applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy to families in the greater Woodbridge area,” said Merlyn Nair, Center Director. “We tailor our services to each child and family, providing engaging, evidence-based care in an environment designed to help children build skills, confidence, and independence. Every child deserves the opportunity to reach their fullest potential, and we’re honored to partner with families on that journey.”

SPARKS ABA is Virginia’s premiere contemporary ABA provider of center-based autism services for children and adolescents ages 2-15 years. The Woodbridge Learning Center provides center-based ABA therapy, diagnostic services, speech, and occupational therapy. Saturday Social Skills groups are also offered. Outside of the Learning Center, the Woodbridge team offers in-home and community-based ABA therapy.

With no waitlist and flexible treatment hours, including part-day schedules and evening hours to accommodate busy family schedules, SPARKS ABA is now enrolling new clients in the Prince William County area and beyond. The center is conveniently located near I-95, just 35 minutes from Washington, D.C., and is easily accessible via public transportation for families in the region.

Open House in October

Families are invited to a sensory-friendly trunk-or-treat/open house at the Woodbridge Learning Center on October 24, 2026, from 11 am to 1 pm. This event will feature a sensory-friendly trunk-or-treat and Halloween-themed activities for guests to enjoy in a welcoming, inclusive environment. 

For more information or to enroll a child at the Woodbridge Learning Center, 

call (703) 349-0323 or visit https://sparksaba.com/locations/woodbridge

About SPARKS ABA

SPARKS ABA, part of LEARN Behavioral, a national leader in compassionate autism treatment, has been a leading provider of evidence-based autism services for over 15 years. SPARKS ABA is dedicated to personalized, high-quality ABA therapy. In addition to the Woodbridge location, SPARKS ABA has Learning Centers in Fairfax, Manassas, and Springfield, VA, and Landover and Waldorf, MD.

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

Autism Learning Center Opens in Greenfield, WI, with Ribbon-Cutting Celebration. WEAP and Total Spectrum welcome families to their new location.

Left to right: Renee Bellows, Nathalia Dominguez, Tess Thompson, Nada Alzalloum, Mary Hopton-Smith, Heather Bania, Jamie Flannery, Mosha Shah, State Representative Bob Donovan, Linda Klotz, Teahara King, Shane Zoltak, State Senator Tim Carpenter, Brooke Marcellis, Jennie Hoppe, Amber Dorschel, Mayor Michael Neitzke, Erin Dietsche.

GREENFIELD, WI… Wisconsin Early Autism Project (WEAP) and Total Spectrum, providers of LEARN Behavioral, recently held a ribbon-cutting celebration at their Greenfield Learning Center, 4131 W Loomis Rd., Suite 100, Greenfield, WI 53221.

Hosted by the Greater Greenfield Community Chamber of Commerce, the ribbon-cutting celebration was held on September 10, 2026.

During the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Greenfield Mayor Michael Neitzke shared greetings and opening remarks. State Representative Karen Kirsch, State Senator Tim Carpenter, and State Representative Bob Donovan shared remarks. Members of the Greater Greenfield Community Chamber and other guests were in attendance.

Ribbon-cutting attendees toured the facility, enjoyed light refreshments, and met WEAP and Total Spectrum’s leadership team: Linda Klotz, MA, BCBA, LBA, Clinical Director; Heather Bania, BSc, WEAP Senior Regional Clinical Director – Milwaukee Region; and Brooke Marcellis, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA, Regional Clinical Director of Total Spectrum.

WEAP and Total Spectrum are Greenfield’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) providers of center-based autism services for children ages 18 months to 4 years old. 

The new Greenfield Learning Center provides center-based ABA therapy and Early Intervention. Outside of the center, the Greenfield team provides ABA therapy in the home and community settings.

“We are excited to bring compassionate, high-quality ABA therapy to families in the greater Greenfield area,” said Linda Klotz, Clinical Director. “We tailor our services to each child and family, providing engaging, evidence-based care in an environment designed to help children build skills, confidence, and independence. We’re proud to be part of the Greenfield community—and deeply committed to helping families thrive.”

The Greenfield Learning Center offers flexible treatment hours to accommodate busy family schedules and is now accepting clients. The center is conveniently located and easily accessible via  I-41 and I-43 for families in the region.

Open House

A sensory-friendly Open House and Trunk-or-Treat will be held at the Greenfield Learning Center on October 10, 2026, from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Families are invited to enjoy Halloween at their own pace with sensory-friendly activities and explore the new space, thoughtfully designed to support children with autism. This event is free and open to the public. 

For more information or to enroll a child at the Greenfield Learning Center, call (608) 662-9327 or visit https://wiautism.com/locations/greenfield

About WEAP & Total Spectrum

WEAP and Total Spectrum, part of the LEARN Behavioral network, are two of the nation’s leading providers of compassionate autism care. Together, they have provided evidence-based autism services for over 30 years and are dedicated to delivering personalized ABA therapy to help children and families find success.

The Greenfield Learning Center is WEAP and Total Spectrum’s sixth center-based ABA therapy location in the Greater Milwaukee area. The companies already have Learning Centers in Oak Creek, Brookfield, Milwaukee, Mount Pleasant, and West Bend, WI.

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of evidence-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

For the Fourth Consecutive Year, OCES Recognized as one of “Best Places to Work”

Left to right: Tze Stern, Ben Medd, Rachel Ambroult, Sydney Hines, Bethany Degrace, Nicole Long, Lola Sina, Erin Dunlap, and Carla Veiga

BROCKTON AND PLYMOUTH, MA… For the fourth consecutive year, Old Colony Elder Services (OCES), the largest provider of in-home and community-based services for older adults and people living with disabilities in Plymouth County, the South Shore and surrounding areas, has been named as one of the “2026 Best Places to Work” by Cape & Plymouth Marketing.

OCES was recognized as one of 30 honorees for the 2026 Best Places to Work in a well-attended ceremony held on September 10, 2026, at Hotel 1620 in Plymouth, MA. The “2026 Best Places to Work” award was accepted by Nicole Long, CEO of OCES.

Honorees were selected based on criteria that included company culture, employee appreciation, employee growth and training opportunities, as well as career advancement – all of which set OCES apart as an employer. Approximately 20% of OCES employees have been with the organization for 10 years or longer.

“OCES is honored to be awarded one of the 2026 Best Places to Work for the fourth year in a row,” said Nicole Long, CEO of OCES. “OCES is a workplace committed to supporting staff, and our staff is dedicated to providing the very best for the community.”

Founded in 1974, OCES continues to grow and evolve in response to the needs of the communities it serves. With locations in Brockton and Plymouth, OCES has a team of over 380 employees and proudly serves 34 communities across Plymouth County,  the South Shore, and surrounding areas.

OCES is governed by a Board of Directors, whose members represent the communities served. The organization’s leadership team includes Nicole Long, Chief Executive Officer; Anna Dee, Chief Operating Officer; Alisa DeLage, Chief Programs Officer; and Yolanda America, Chief Financial Officer.

For OCES, the Best Places to Work recognition is particularly meaningful this year, as OCES has experienced significant growth in an extended service area, and their workforce continues to expand.

OCES aspires to be a culturally diverse and inclusive agency that removes barriers, creating equity for all by empowering individuals and communities to thrive, age in place, and reach their highest potential. For more information about OCES’ mission, Core Values and more, visit ocesma.org/about-old-colony-elder-services

About 2026 Best Places to Work
For more information about Cape & Plymouth Marketing’s annual award event, the 2026 Best Places to Work, visit capeplymouthbusiness.com/event-details/2026-best-places/.

About OCES

OCES is recognized as one of the 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026 Best Places to Work by Cape & Plymouth Marketing and has been certified as a Woman-Owned Nonprofit Organization (W/NPO) by the Massachusetts Supplier Diversity Office (SDO). For more than 52 years, OCES has been a private, nonprofit organization with offices in Brockton and Plymouth. OCES is designated as one of 22 Aging Services Access Points (ASAPs) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and proudly serves older adults, individuals with disabilities, caregivers, and families across 34 communities throughout Plymouth County, the South Shore, and surrounding areas.

Through the talent of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community. The agency offers several programs to serve older adults, individuals with disabilities, their families, and caregivers. For more information call 508-584-1561 or visit ocesma.org