Michelle G.
M.Ed., BCBA, Regional Clinical Director and Co-Owner
Michele Gonzales has worked in the field of ABA since 2010 and has been a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst since 2014. In this time, she has treated a wide range of disorders including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Self-Abusive Behavior Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, PTSD, ODD, Intermittent Explosive Disorder, anxiety, depression, and PICA. She also has experience with Aerophagia, Trichtillomania, and Conduct Disorder. She specializes in assessment and treatment of all ranges of behavior. This includes aggression, suicidal ideation, feeding disorders and communication support (functional communication, mand, and methods of speaking assessment and training). She is also a specialist in replacement behavior skills development, natural environment teaching, intensive teaching, adaptive, cognitive, social, play and leisure skill deficit treatment, crisis management and crisis management training, acceptance and commitment Therapy and parent and community training. She has years of experience collaborating with families, schools, therapists, doctors and community organizations to support exceptional individuals of all ages gain equitable access to their communities and improve their quality of life. She comes to the study of human behavior first and foremost as the mother of an autistic child, secondly as a fierce advocate for equality and third as a teacher to those who share her love of helping others.
Jen Rossman
BCBA, Regional Clinical Director
Jennifer is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and the director of our Clifton Clinic. Her passion is learning from and teaching children with neuro diversities and exceptionalities — she can easily say she loves her job. She has been in the field of ABA and Special Education since 2014; She obtained her master’s degree in special education in 2018 and went on to obtain post graduate education and board certification in applied behavior analysis. Outside of work, she is a wife and momma of (almost) three children. Jennifer and her family enjoy being outdoors: skiing, hiking and camping.
Derrick F.
Clinical Coordinator
I am the clinical coordinator for the Clifton location of Swann Clinic. I facilitate our techs, learners and stakeholders in any way I can to ensure smooth delivery of high-quality therapy services every day. At home, I am a proud husband, father to a wonderful daughter, a spoiled dog and three very vocal chickens and the undisputed ‘fun uncle’ to two amazing human beings. I like to spend my time soaking up knowledge about almost any topic, playing with my small friends at the clinic, and being way too into sports.
Kaleb H.
Clinical Trainer & Registered Behavioral Technician
Kaleb was born and raised in Grand Junction, Colorado. He graduated from Colorado Mesa University in 2022 with his bachelor in arts in psychology. He is now continuing his education journey in hopes of receiving his masters in Occupational Therapy. He has been working for Swann Clinic since August 2022 and is a Registered Behavior Technician and trainer. Before working at Swann he had experience working with children as a camp counselor, as a youth minister, and as an office manager at a therapists office. He enjoys spending time with his fiancé of eight years, playing videogames, watching shows, and playing Dungeons and Dragons.
Cezanne J.
Registered Behavioral Technician and Trainer
Cezanne, often referred to Cezy while in the clinic, is Grand Junction native with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. From an early age, her passion for this field was ingrained. She is the sibling and partial caretaker of her nearly 17-year-old brother, who is non-vocal verbal with autism, and through this relationship, she found her calling. She is dedicated to the mission of Swann Clinic’s early intervention and trauma-informed care as a clinician and as a sister to an exceptional individual. Her purpose is to serve the community in the Grand Valley, giving the intervention and support that she knows would have changed the lives of herself and her family had it been available. In time, she plans to pursue further education to pour back into the community in understanding and acceptance.
Long live the fighters!
Morgan O.
Registered Behavioral Technician and Trainer
Hi friends! Morgan is my name, and behavior analysis is my game. I graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Colorado Mesa University, and will be graduating May of 2024 from Ball State University, where I am pursuing my masters in applied behavioral analysis with an emphasis in autism. I am a huge nerd with a heart for research and neurodiverse affirming practices that values the impact of early intervention. I hope to provide a dignified environment that supports your learners’ strengths and honors their choices, with a focus on communication and inclusion.
Maria G.
Registered Behavioral Technician and Trainer
Maria enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Working with children has been the most rewarding experience she has had. She is appreciative of being able to help support children and families with their needs and wants for their strong points in life.
Sarah U.
Registered Behavioral Technician, Trainer
My name is Sarah, I am a Registered behavioral technician and a trainer within the Clifton clinic location. I have worked as a behavioral technician at Swann Clinic for over two years, and with autistic children for four years. I have a previous history of working as a nanny and helping care for my autistic nephew. I have decided to continue education within this field once my nephew was diagnosed at the age of 18 months. Currently I am continuing my education at Capella University studying within the field of ABA. On my brief days off, I enjoy learning and studying applied behavior on top of enjoying nature. I enjoy hiking ginormous 14ers with my trusty dog-companion and fishing within the mountains.
Michelle L.
Registered Behavioral Technician and Trainer
My name is Michelle Lujan, and I am a former teacher with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education and a master’s degree in special education. I am currently an RBT and a BCBA apprentice. I have been married for 26 years and have two amazing kids. My daughter is 25 and my son is 22.
Noah M.
Registered Behavioral Technician
My name is Noah McEvoy, and I am 21 years old. I am currently going to school to obtain a bachelor’s degree in special education. I grew up in Palisade raising pigs and lambs for the local and national livestock shows.
Josue R.
Registered Behavioral Technician
My name is Josue, I have been working for SCBH since April of 2021. I love what I do and plan on continuing my education to further advance in my career. I could not imagine doing anything else.
Jess W.
Registered Behavioral Technician
I have been an RBT for eight months. I have one dog and I enjoy reading in my spare time. I love working with kids!
Sydney K.
Registered Behavioral Technician
My name is Sydney and I have been working with ABA for five years and as an RBT for almost three years. I have training in special education and am currently working on Bachelor of Arts in psychology. I enjoy seeing the differences in how our learners understand and learn about the world around them and want to further give the support and care our learners need. Outside of work, I enjoy painting, baking and playing with my two dogs as well as listening to music and playing viola and ukulele.
Anna B.
Registered Behavioral Technician
Hello! My name is Anna Beier. I graduated from CMU in May 2022 with a BA in psychology and a minor
in women’s studies. I moved to Grand Junction, Colorado, in 2020, from Fort Wayne, Indiana. In college, I was a research assistant in a virtual reality lab, a teaching assistant for general psychology, shadowed a child life specialist at Lutheran Children’s Hospital and participated in the National Student Exchange, which is what brought me out to Colorado. I started working at Swann Clinic in October 2022, and have loved every minute of it. I am a firm believer that all emotions should be met with understanding,
empathy and reverence from trusted adults. I have always loved working with kiddos and learning from them! In my free time I enjoy snuggling with my cat Mable, facetiming with my family and cooking new meals for myself.
Dawn C.
Registered Behavior Technician
Dawn has been with Swann Clinic for Behavioral Health since August of 2022. She brings over 23 years of experience working with kids from teaching Sunday School to working as a para for D51 schools. She also has familiarity with ABA, its techniques and has used it in her personal life for the past six years. She has been married for 16 years and has 3 kids. Dawn loves to watch baseball, football and bake any chance she can get.
Elizabeth S.
Registered Behavior Technician
I am a divorced foster mom who is hoping to adopt. I moved here from Oklahoma and enjoy hiking, church, sushi, and spending time with friends and my little guy.
Aubrey R.
Registered Behavior Technician
I graduated from CMU in 2023 with a bachelor’s in psychology and a minor in philosophy. I absolutely love working with kids and watching them grow and flourish. I enjoy painting, reading and doing anything in the water!
Cristina G.
Registered Behavior Technician
Hello friends, my name is Cristina, and I am 22 years old. I am currently a BT working on becoming a RBT. Working with children has been such a joy and very rewarding. Outside of work, I enjoy reading books and hiking.
Izzie M.
Registered Behavior Technician
Hello everyone, my name is Izabeth, but you can call me Izzie. I am now training as a BT before working to get up to an RBT. I am new at this, but loving it! I started my education with CNA classes to become a traveling CNA. I completed my nursing aide certificate and my PCP certificate and my CPR for adults and infants. As I continue growing in the health care field, I joined Swann Clinic for behavioral health!
Jasmine L.
Registered Behavior Technician
My name is Jasmine and I am twenty-nine years young! I am from S.D. California, and I have treasured eight rewarding years of marriage with my amazing wife. Enjoying my roles as a mentor at Partners, an Aqua and Zumba instructor at Mesa Fitness, and an essential member of the Swann Clinic team, I am deeply devoted to continual growth and education within my profession. Dedicated to enhancing the well-being of others, I am especially enthusiastic about my work at Swann Clinic, where I have the cherished opportunity to work closely with children, guiding them for the future.
Grace A.
Behavioral Technician
Hello, my name is Grace and I’m currently a BT working on becoming an RBT. My husband and I recently relocated to the Grand Junction area. We are originally from Chattanooga, Tennessee. I graduated with my bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation from the University of Tennessee in 2019. I worked as a therapeutic recreation assistant for four years in Chattanooga where I helped plan and facilitate recreational activities for individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. I also have my master’s in social work and have experience counseling adults and adolescents in the clinical and school settings. In my free time I enjoy doing outdoor activities such as hiking, running, camping and skiing.
Elyse H.
Behavioral Technician
Hello, I’m Elyse! I’m from the beautiful city of Portland, Oregon, where some of my favorite places reside. I have always been drawn to helping others and trying to make a difference for children, especially giving them opportunities I never had. I enjoy spending time with my amazing German Shepherd, Motley. I’m eager about exploring new places, which is why the stunning landscapes of the Grand Valley have quickly become one of my favorite spots. I graduated in December 2023 from Colorado Mesa University with my bachelors in Psychology. I’m also excited to share that I will be continuing my education in the near future at CMU in the occupational therapy program. The psychology and occupational therapy fields are something I’m deeply passionate about. Some things that interest me are travel, delicious food, and spending time with family and friends!
Josslynn B.
Behavioral Technician
This is Josslynn, she started her career at the Grand Junction Regional Center before transferring to Swann Clinic in August of 2024. Josslynn found her passion for working with people when she was in middle school.
Amanda B.
Behavioral Technician
Hey, my name is Amanda! I am Colorado born and raised and I have lived in Grand Junction since 2012. I am new to the world of ABA and have worked at Swann Clinics since July 2024. I love working with children and I have two of my own. In my free time I enjoy thrift shopping, sewing and camping.
Lauren B.
Registered Behavioral Technician
My name is Lauren, and I am an RBT. I’ve been an RBT for a while now, and I love it. I’m very grateful to be a part of Swann Clinic, and hope to continue to learn and grow.