Turning Point ABA Autism Clinic

05/07/2026

05/05/2026

The world sees a meltdown. You see data.
Not because you're cold but because you're trained to ask the question nobody else thinks to ask:

"What is this behavior trying to say?"

That shift in thinking? That's not small. That's everything. Keep showing up with your clipboard, your curiosity, and your belief that every behavior makes sense if you look hard enough. 💚

05/05/2026

As we wrap up our team highlights this Autism Awareness Month 💙

We’ve had the privilege of introducing many of the incredible professionals who make our work possible—but this is only part of the story. There are so many more dedicated individuals who play a vital role in supporting our clients, families, and each other every day.

It truly takes a team, and we’re grateful for every single person who helps make our clinic what it is. 💙🧩

05/04/2026

This Autism Awareness Month, we're introducing the incredible professionals within our clinic - the ones who show up every day to support, teach, and celebrate the children and the families we serve. They each bring compassion, skill, and heart into the work that they do. The impact you see in our clinic starts with the people behind it. 💙🧩

Meet Danielle Hanson
BCBA, LBA, Clinical Supervisor ✨

🗣️About Me:
I am from Harbor Beach originally but now reside in Bad Axe. My husband’s name is Jason and I have a daughter named Vivian and a son named Blair. Home is my happy place. I started at Turning Point in 2016 after ABA was mentioned in one of my college courses. In my role, I work to ensure high-quality and effective services for clients and families. I oversee RBT credentialing and ongoing compliance, provide supervision to interns in both Bachelor’s and Master’s programs, and complete quarterly RBT performance review evaluations. I manage clinical programming and collaborate with Lead Analysts to ensure treatment is implemented with fidelity, monitored through data, and adjusted to maximize meaningful client progress. I am also the head of Marketing and manage the websites and social media pages!

🎓Education:
I graduated from Central Michigan University in 2018 with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and minors in ASL and Communication Disorders. I graduated from Ball State University in 2019 with a Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. I passed the BCBA exam in 2020!

❤️My Favorites:
Store: Amazon, Marshalls, TJ Maxx
Food: Chip & guac
Hobby: Cleaning, organizing, being creative (social media, styling spaces, planning events)
Flowers: Hydrangeas
Drink: Iced coffee or an energy drink
Season: Fall
Sport: Football
Color: Green & neutrals
TV Show: Secret Lives of Mormon Wives

♥️Fun Facts:
My family calls me Drae.
Both my kids have auburn/red hair.
I have 2 Goldendoodles (Finn & Hanley). Hanley is named after my favorite BCBA, Dr. Greg Hanley.

05/04/2026

This Autism Awareness Month, we're introducing the incredible professionals within our clinic - the ones who show up every day to support, teach, and celebrate the children and the families we serve. They each bring compassion, skill, and heart into the work that they do. The impact you see in our clinic starts with the people behind it. 💙🧩

Meet Shaianna LaPratt
Behavior Analyst in Training (BAT) ✨

🗣️About Me:
Hi! I began my career in ABA in December of 2022 and quickly discovered my love for this field. I then began working at Turning Point in June of 2024 and progressed to a Behavior Analyst in Training in September of 2024.

🎓Education:
I completed my Bachelor’s Degree in Rehabilitation Medicine with a minor in Psychology in May of 2023 from Saginaw Valley State University. I began my Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis in August 2023 at Ball State University and graduated in May of 2025.

❤️My Favorites:
Store: Marshalls and Homegoods
Food: Pizza
Hobby: Shopping
Flowers: Sunflowers
Drink: Iced Coffee
Season: Fall
Sport: Baseball/ Softball
Color: Blue
TV Show: Teen Wolf

🐶🐱Fun Facts:
I have a dog named Cooper, and a cat named Snowbell.
I am one of three people in my family that are left handed.

05/03/2026

This Autism Awareness Month, we're introducing the incredible professionals within our clinic - the ones who show up every day to support, teach, and celebrate the children and the families we serve. They each bring compassion, skill, and heart into the work that they do. The impact you see in our clinic starts with the people behind it. 💙🧩

Meet Ashtyn Janiskee
BCBA, LBA ✨

🗣️About Me:
I began my journey in ABA as a Registered Behavior Technician in 2020 and quickly discovered my passion for the field. I went on to earn my master’s degree, complete my supervision hours, and become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in 2024. After spending several years in Indiana, I moved back to my hometown of Cass City in May 2025. Our clinic is located in the same building I attended elementary school, which makes it especially meaningful to now serve the community that helped shape me.
I recently became a mom to my son, Callahan, and love soaking up all the cuddles with him and my fur baby, Porter Robinson the cat. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family, watching and attending sporting events, listening to live music, and a good TV show binge.

🎓Education:
I earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Health Fitness from Central Michigan University, and a Master of Science in ABA from Purdue Global. I completed my 2,000 supervision hours in Indiana, focusing on early intervention. These experiences solidified my belief in the power of early intervention to help children with autism bridge the gap to neurotypical development. I implement research-based practices through a trauma-informed, compassionate lens and have a special interest in supporting children with co-occurring diagnoses of autism and ADHD. I believe every child is unique in how they learn and enjoy creating individualized programs specific to each child and how they learn best.

❤️My Favorites:
Store: SHEIN and Amazon
Food: BLT Pizza, buffalo chicken salad
Hobby: Music and sporting events
Flowers: Peonies
Drink: Sugar Free Redbull, Sprite
Season: Summer
Sport: Football
Color: Pink
TV Show: Friends and anything on the Hallmark channel

🪩Fun Facts:
I tore both of my ACLs less than a year apart.
I played ultimate frisbee in college.
I was a dancer for 12 years.

05/02/2026

This Autism Awareness Month, we're introducing the incredible professionals within our clinic - the ones who show up every day to support, teach, and celebrate the children and the families we serve. They each bring compassion, skill, and heart into the work that they do. The impact you see in our clinic starts with the people behind it. 💙🧩

Meet Sydney Henderson
BCBA, LBA ✨

🗣️About Me:
After spending a few years in the Metro Detroit area, I made the move back home to Bad Axe in May 2022 and started working with Turning Point that August. When I'm not at work, I love to stay active—you might find me running, playing pickleball, golfing, or doing yoga. I also really enjoy being outdoors and by the lake with my two daughters, Eleanor (4) and Scotland (1.5).

🎓Education:
I have been a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) since March 2021. My journey into the field began at Central Michigan University, where I earned my undergraduate degree in Family Studies and Psychology in May 2018. It was there, through psychology courses and volunteering at the on-campus ABA clinic, that I discovered my passion for the field. After graduating, I moved to Royal Oak, Michigan, and gained invaluable hands-on experience as a Behavior Technician while pursuing my Master's in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) at Ball State University. These experiences really shaped my approach and expertise, which I now bring to my role as a BCBA since finishing my Master's in December 2020.

❤️My Favorites:
Store: Old Navy
Food: Pizza
Hobby: Exercise
Flowers: Lilacs
Drink: Diet Coke and Coffee
Season: Summer
Sport: Volleyball
Color: Blue
Book: The Prisoner

🎂Fun Facts:
My grandpa’s name is Ronald McDonald and he lives on a farm
My daughter was born on my mom’s birthday

05/02/2026

05/01/2026

This Autism Awareness Month, we're introducing the incredible professionals within our clinic - the ones who show up every day to support, teach, and celebrate the children and the families we serve. They each bring compassion, skill, and heart into the work that they do. The impact you see in our clinic starts with the people behind it. 💙🧩

Meet Bailee Rufo
BCaBA, LBA ✨

🗣️About Me:
Hello! I began my journey at Turning Point in November 2020 as a behavior technician and
quickly developed a passion for the field. In February 2022, I started interning as an ABAT, and by April 2024, I became a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and earned my Bachelor's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). After passing my exam in October 2024, I achieved the Board Certified assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) certification. I will be completing my masters degree on June 2nd, 2026 and then studying for the BCBA exam!:) I am a lifelong resident of Cass City. I married my husband in May 2025 and we were recently blessed with our precious baby boy. I enjoy spending quality time with my family, friends, and my two dogs!

🎓Education:
I hold a bachelors degree from Purdue global in Applied behavioral analysis and will complete my masters degree from Purdue global in June 2nd, 2026.

❤️My Favorites:
Store: TJ Maxx, Marshall’s, and Old Navy
Food: Seafood Alfredo
Hobby: Crafting and Reading
Flower: Lily
Drink: Zero Sugar Powerade or a crisp Diet Coke
Season: Fall
Sport: Volleyball
Color: Blue and pink
TV Show: Secret Lives of Morman Wives

💗Fun Facts:
I can touch my tongue to my nose
I am hard of hearing in my right ear (I promise I’m not ignoring you)

05/01/2026

This Autism Awareness Month, we're introducing the incredible professionals within our clinic - the ones who show up every day to support, teach, and celebrate the children and the families we serve. They each bring compassion, skill, and heart into the work that they do. The impact you see in our clinic starts with the people behind it. 💙🧩

Meet Nicole Severn
BCBA, LBA ✨

🗣️About Me:
Hi! I began my career in ABA with Turning Point in October of 2022. I quickly fell in love with the field and stated my Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis at Ball State University and progressed to a Behavior Analyst in Training (BAT). In April of 2024 i passed the RBT exam. In May of 2025 I graduated from Ball State and earned my Masters Degree. In August of 2025 I achieved the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification.

I was raised in Caro and have recently moved to Mayville where I live with my fiance and our two dogs, Clyde and Clay.

🎓Education:
I completed my Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work with a minor in human behavior and social services in May of 2021. In August of 2023 I began my Masters Degree through Ball State University and graduated in May of 2025.

❤️My Favorites:
Store: Ulta, TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods
Food: Cheeseburgers
Hobby: Reading, going for walks
Flowers: Hydrangeas
Drink: Dr. Pepper
Season: Fall
Sport: Football, Volleyball
Color: Pink
TV Show: Gossip Girl

💚Fun Facts:
I lived in Kalamazoo for 7 months after graduating from MSU.
My first job was at pet store.
Growing up I danced, played volleyball, and bowled on a bowling league.

05/01/2026

This Autism Awareness Month, we're introducing the incredible professionals within our clinic - the ones who show up every day to support, teach, and celebrate the children and the families we serve. They each bring compassion, skill, and heart into the work that they do. The impact you see in our clinic starts with the people behind it. 💙🧩

Meet Becca Rockwell
BCaBA, LBA ✨

🗣️About Me:
I am a Cass City native and although I enjoyed living in Kalamazoo, MI the allure of being a part of this community, living close to family, and experiencing the beautiful natural environment of the mitten drew me back. Yoshi and Skipper are my favorite pet friends that keep things lively at home. Or if out and about I can often be found in search of a new thrift store, breakfast nook, or walking barefoot outside.

🎓Education:
I attended Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, MI and completed a bachelors degree with a Major in Fine Arts (emphasis in watercolor painting) and a Minor in Psychology. Fast forward to 2018 where I started my journey at Turning Point as a BT. I fell in love with the kids and the job and this eventually led to me returning to school through online classes at Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana. I completed coursework focused on ABA and then took the “Big Test” and passed to become a BCaBA!

❤️My Favorites:
Store: Thrift Stores
Food: Tacos and Breakfast Foods
Hobby: Reading and Artsy Things
Flowers: Wildflowers
Drink: Coffee
Season: Spring
Sport: Throwing the ball for my dog (that counts right)
Color: Gray and Blue
Book: Tao Te Ching

🐚Fun Facts:
While I am at the beach, I often create natural stone/shell art
I want to meet/interact with an elephant
I love playing games of all kinds, but beware that when it comes to board games I am surprisingly competitive

04/29/2026

Love the work of Dr. Greg Hanley!

Compliance for compliance sake is a no go.

Compliance around safety and medical issues may need to be addressed in sessions.

Fire safety- going to the doctor- going to the dentist- taking medication.

But blind compliance is not something we should be teaching.

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