Meet the Team

Owner/ Clinical Director
Michael Ice is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst providing services in Florida. Michael obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Psychology with a focus in Child Advocacy and Development and his Master’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Florida Institute of Technology (FIT). While attending FIT, Michael got the opportunity to work at The Scott Center for Autism Treatment and begin his journey in the field of ABA. Most of Michael’s experience is in early intervention and school aged children, while practicing in clinic, home, school, and community settings. He is passionate about working with individuals with exceptional needs and is honored to watch his clients grow and develop. In his free time, Michael enjoys spending time with his fiancé and dogs, learning new things, and binge watching both movies and tv shows.

I found my way into the ABA field in an effort to learn the skills needed to be a better mom in a single parent household and ended up falling in love with it. My favorite thing about ABA is seeing the results of all the pieces coming together, from the BCBA’s carefully designed programs that so specifically fit the child’s individual needs, to the efforts I put in, and landing on the progress the child makes. I absolutely love photography and stay physically active outside of work, going on adventures and exploring with my kids.

I first became interested in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) after a series of personal and academic experiences that ignited my curiosity about human behavior and learning. During my time attending school, I took a psychology course that introduced me to the basic principles of behaviorism. At the time, I was fascinated by how behavior could be understood, predicted, and influenced by environmental factors. This sparked my interest in pursuing a career that fell in line with my desire to Teach children.

My passion started early in life while taking care of a close friend’s brother, this sparked my interest in learning more about autism and other disorders. I was led to Devereux by a close friend and spent 3 years on campus and group homes with ages 4-67. I have since spent several years of working directly with adults and children with autism and behavioral challenges in various group homes to further understand the community dynamics and challenges they face directly. I am experienced in implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) interventions to promote skill development, reduce maladaptive behaviors, and support social and communication growth. I am extremely passionate about creating a safe, fun, supportive, and structured environment to help children achieve their full potential. I strive to demonstrate strong collaboration with families to ensure consistent and effective treatment outcomes.

Hi my name is Chriesty. I’m a dedicated mother of three boys with a passion for education and behavioral support. I spent seven years teaching K-6 in St. Lucie County before transitioning to the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), where I’ve been working for the past year. I love helping children grow through both academic and behavioral development. In my free time, I enjoy couponing, reading, and planning memorable vacations with my family.