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Destiny Y West Des Moines Behavior TEchnician

Jennifer is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst licensed through the BACB. She received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a concentration in Behavior Analysis from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, where she also earned her Master of Science in ABA. Jennifer has worked with children ages 1-17 in clinical settings and spent several years as a Challenging Behavior & Autism Consultant in the school setting. She is passionate about partnering with families and other stakeholders to help reduce interfering or unsafe behaviors while supporting socially significant skills for clients and their families. When she is not working, Jennifer enjoys spending time outdoors swimming, exploring new parks, or trying out new recipes at home.

 
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