Meet the Team
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Gabriella Pinato
BCBA
Gabriella Pinato is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with Lexington ABA Solutions, bringing over eight years of experience in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Throughout her career, she has worked in various roles and settings, providing her with a well-rounded understanding of the field. Gabriella earned her Master's degree in Special Education/Applied Behavior Analysis from Ball State University. She is passionate about ABA's personalized approach, tailoring each treatment to meet the unique needs of her clients. As a BCBA, her professional goals include delivering effective treatment, mentoring Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) to foster their growth, and expanding the ABA program within her organization. Originally from California, Gabriella relocated to Phoenix in 2023 with her significant other and daughter. Since moving to Arizona, she has enjoyed the new chapter in her life. Outside of work, Gabriella loves spending time with her family, hiking when the weather permits, and attending baseball games.

Nicole Whalen
Lead RBT
Nicole is the Lead Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at the Silver Creek campus in Taylor. With 17 years of experience working with children, she began her career as a Teacher’s Assistant in California at just 17 years old. She later became a Pre-K teacher, a role she loved and held for several years before transitioning into the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). For the past three years, Nicole has been dedicated to helping children achieve their goals through ABA therapy. Passionate about making a difference, she finds joy in witnessing the growth and success of the children she works with every day. Her commitment to their progress and well-being makes her an invaluable part of the team.

Brittany Carbajal
RBT
Brittany Carbajal is a dedicated Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at the Silver Creek campus. She joined the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in 2017 and is currently working toward becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Passionate about helping children and their families achieve meaningful goals, she finds immense fulfillment in making a positive impact every day. Born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, Brittany enjoys spending her free time reading mystery novels and cherishing moments with her family and beloved pets. Her dedication to both personal growth and the success of the children she works with makes her an invaluable member of the team.

Monica Swenson
Office Manager
Monica Swenson is the dedicated Office Manager at Lexington ABA Solutions, bringing six years of experience in operations and billing within the autism field. Passionate about helping families navigate the insurance process, she takes great pride in making access to care as seamless as possible. Originally from California, Monica moved to Arizona in 2009 and now calls Mesa home. When she's not ensuring smooth operations at work, she loves riding her Harley Davidson with her husband, spending quality time with family and friends, and working on home improvement projects. Monica’s commitment to excellence has been instrumental in keeping accounts receivable up to date, contributing to the growth and success of Lexington ABA Solutions. She looks forward to continuing to apply her strong work ethic to make a difference for the families and children she serves.