01/15/2026
Meet Nicole Tepoz, one of our incredible RBTs.
Here's what she had to say about her experience as an RBT...
1. Q: How long are you in the field?
A: Approximately 3 years.
2. Q: What or who inspired you to pursue a career in ABA therapy?
A: I have always been naturally inclined to help others. When my best friend told me about this field, I knew I had to apply!
3. Q: What do you love most about working with children and families?
A: I love working with children because I feel like their youthful view of life brings happiness and joy. I also enjoy working with families because I want them to feel supported.
4. Q: What’s the most rewarding part of seeing a child progress through therapy?
A: Progress from a client gives me a sense of accomplishment as well as happiness! Knowing that these vital skills will someday prove to help clients all throughout their life!
5. Q: What’s one lesson you’ve learned from working with your clients?
A: That no matter the age, diagnosis, or background you can and WILL always learn from them. Kids are our greatest teachers!
6. Q: What’s a favorite memory or breakthrough moment you’ve experienced in therapy?
A: When my client's last day of therapy arrived and he had picked a bouquet of flowers for me. It was emotional but so thoughtful.
7. Q: How do you stay motivated on challenging days?
A: Challenging days will happen and when they do I try to remind myself of why I am here and how important my role is. A good coffee doesn't hurt either lol
8. Q: What’s something about ABA therapy you wish more people knew?
A: Something I wish people knew about ABA is that our work is often silent. By that I mean, mostly if not everything we do (and do not do) is part of a bigger motive during session.
9. Q: What do you enjoy doing outside of work to recharge?
A: I truly enjoy running, going to the gym, finding new spots to eat, tending to my plants, playing with my cats, and meditation along with many other things!
10. Q: If you could describe ABA therapy in one word, what would it be?
A: If I could describe ABA therapy in one word I would choose the word, "Hope".
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