Louisville, Kentucky – ABA Therapy & Mental Health Therapy

At times, skills need to be targeted with peers rather than just with a BT. Social groups provide the opportunity to work on developing social interactions with multiple peers, including those that are typically developing.

Our team of specialists use therapeutic methods to help individuals change behavior, overcome problems, and achieve their goals. Psychotherapy is also commonly called therapy or counseling.

Area of Focus: Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder; young adults and teens; building independent living skills; transitions to adulthood

Emily has provided waiver services for over 10 years. Emily was a case manager for adults and their families before she became a Behavior Therapist in 2015. Emily has a passion for working with adults with disabilities to discover life after high school while building independence in their community.

Erea is a clinical social worker, who lives and works in Louisville, KY.

“Helping others has always come second nature for me! Finding a profession that allowed me to use that skill while teaching me to be even better at it has been the best! Mental health is such a huge part of being successful, being happy, and making our dreams a reality and thoroughly enjoy helping people through that journey!”

Area of Focus: Male clients engaging in physical/verbal aggression, males with autism, and transitions into teen years and adulthood.

Jason has been a special education for 15 years in the LBD/alternative classroom setting while working as a Behavior Support Specialist since 2011.  Jason has a passion for working with individuals with disabilities and helping his clients and their families navigate life during middle and high school while transitioning into young adults and helping individuals discover their potential to become productive members of society while gaining the skills necessary to be successful.

Jennifer Flores is a Targeted Case Manager in Louisville, KY. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 2022. She is in her last year of pursuing her Master’s in Education for Counseling from Lindsey Wilson College. Jennifer is passionate about helping others and teaching them valuable skills to be successful and independent. Her drive is to advocate for those experiencing mental health and social service complexities. Jennifer enjoys hikes with her husband during her spare time and traveling to new places. 

Rachel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She graduated from Northern Kentucky University with her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in social work. In the past 11 years, Rachel has served her community, working with children, adults, and families through case management and psychotherapy services, supporting individuals in making positive changes in their lives. She utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, strengths-based treatment, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care. Rachel was born and raised in Northern Kentucky. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her children and family.

Sam has been a Registered Behavior Technician for two years at Cultivate, where he focused on the 3-12 age group, providing intensive early intervention to individuals with Autism Spectrum and other related disorders. Sam’s passion is working with individuals to create meaningful, socially significant change in their lives. He earned his master’s degree in psychology with an ABA focus from Eastern Kentucky University in 2022. He continues to learn and grow his skills in Positive Behavior Supports.

Sherman Sparrow is a therapist residing currently in the Louisville area, with 8 years of experience in the field. Sherman graduated from Kentucky State University with a bachelor’s in psychology. Sherman later received his master’s degree in counseling & human development from Lindsey Wilson College. Sherman enjoys working with teenagers & young adults. Particularly in the areas of mood disorders, anxiety & trauma. His main approach is the belief that we all have the tools within us to achieve our goals. We sometimes need a guide to pull the best parts out of us. Therapy is another step towards betterment. With positive work, Sherman may be the right therapist for you.