Meet Our Founder: Passionate Leadership Driving Our Mission Forward

Amber Nelms, BCBA, is the Founder of Triangle ABA, inspired by her personal experience as a mother of a child with autism and the transformative impact of ABA therapy on her son’s development. Combining her background in behavioral science with her firsthand understanding of the challenges families face, she is dedicated to fostering meaningful change for children with autism and their families. Amber’s work reflects her passion for providing support and hope to those navigating similar journeys.

Zach, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with over 10 years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), specializes in helping children up to age 16 develop essential skills in clinic-based settings. With a background in history and a passion for supporting others, he has also focused on training new hires and refining the skills of behavior technicians. Now at Triangle ABA, Zach is dedicated to promoting effective ABA practices while advancing his program management expertise.

Josh, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with over seven years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), specializes in skill acquisition and reducing maladaptive behaviors. He has worked with clients aged 2 to 18 across various settings, including schools, homes, clinics, and communities, tailoring programs to diverse learners. Dedicated to ethical and effective programming, Josh focuses on ensuring skills learned in the clinic seamlessly transfer to home and community environments.

Logan, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) since 2022, specializes in providing ABA services to individuals aged 2 to 22 in clinics, homes, and schools. With degrees in Developmental Psychology from Southern New Hampshire University and a certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from Arizona State University, she is committed to delivering personalized care that helps children build essential life skills. Logan emphasizes ethical, safe, and effective therapy in all her work.

Hunter is a Board Certified and Licensed Behavior Analyst with over eight years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis, specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorder and evidence-based strategies for growth and independence. As Regional Director, he focuses on guiding teams and creating personalized programs for lasting impact. In his free time, he enjoys working out, golf, supporting the East Carolina Pirates, and spending time with his dog, Dallas.

Kellie Syfan is the Director of the Students to BCBA program at Triangle ABA and a Behavioral Specialist for Experience Camps, a non-profit grief camp for kids. With a background in trauma-informed care, she specializes in addressing behaviors related to trauma, sexually inappropriate behavior, and innovative teaching methods like tabletop role-playing games (TTRPG) and acceptance and commitment training (ACT). She is also pursuing certification as a Behavioral Sexologist to further support her community and students. In her free time, Kellie enjoys spending time on her farm.