Clinical Team – Creative Solutions for Hope

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Clinical team

Kinsey is a Clinical Supervisor and the Social Skills Group Leader at Creative Solutions for Hope. She has been with CSH since 2015. She is responsible for providing oversight on cases and to therapists as well as designing and implementing interventions and programs. Kinsey is also the social skills leader and is responsible for creating and developing the curriculum for all of the Social Skills Groups as well as leading some of the SSG groups. She has experience with the use of speech generated devices, promoting social skills as well as training staff. Kinsey graduated from National University with her Master’s in Applied Behavioral Analysis in May of 2018, and earned her BCBA credentialing in December 2018. During her free time, she likes to do yoga and with her friends and family.

Kirstie Gillespie is a Senior Clinical Supervisor in the Orange County region. She started working at Creative Solutions for Hope in 2016 and is responsible for directly overseeing clinical supervisors and case managers. She completes and provides oversight for completion of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), progress reports, behavior intervention plans, and service titration planning. She is responsible for training incoming senior therapists, case managers, and supervisors. Kirstie holds a bachelors degree in behavioral sciences with a specialization in childhood obesity, a masters degree in applied behavior analysis (ABA), and is currently completing a doctorate program in psychology, specializing in the treatment of co-occurring behavior disorders with presence of aggression, property destruction, and/or self-injurious behaviors. She has been a practicing board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) since 2018. Prior to working at CSH, Kirstie worked in an integrated healthcare system, working with patients suffering from Stroke and other neurological disorders, then later managing the Hospital’s Strategic Operations Center (SOC). Kirstie utilizes her education and experience in neuroscience and background in lean, supportive management systems as a staple in every team she is part of. In her free time, Kirstie enjoys snowboarding, playing with her dog, and drinking coffee.

Katelynn Richmond is a clinical supervisor at Creative Solutions for Hope. She has been with the CSH family since 2015. She is responsible for providing support to behavior therapists, case managers, and parents/caregivers, in addition to designing and implementing individualized behavior intervention programs for clients. She has experience working with individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities with a wide range of ages in the home, community, and school settings. Throughout her time at CSH, she gained experience in implementing principle ABA methodologies, including Discrete Trial Training, Functional Communication Training, and Pivotal Response Training. She is passionate about ensuring that her interventions have a positive impact on her clients’ lives and their families. Katelynn graduated with her Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from the University of California, Irvine in 2015 and received her Masters of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis from National University in 2021. She became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in June 2021. During her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, hiking, and collecting antique tea cups.

Corrine Blaine is a Speech & Language Pathologist at Creative Solutions for Hope. Corrine provides services for children and families diagnosed speech and language delays, Autism, and other related diagnosis. She is responsible for overseeing and developing our speech and language services through evaluations and treatment. She has experience in developing and implementing speech and language programs for early intervention. She believes in a child-led approach to therapy and creating a safe and comfortable environment for language to grow. Corrine graduated in 2015 from Chapman University with a BA in Psychology as well as a BA in Education. In 2017, she obtained her Master’s Degree in Communication Disorders is from Arizona State University.

Megan is a Clinical Supervisor at Creative Solutions for Hope. She joined the CSH family in 2019. She is responsible for providing support to behavior therapists, case managers, and parents/caregivers. She also designs and implements individualized behavior intervention plans and Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities. She has experience in working with individuals from a wide range of ages in the home, community, and clinic setting. She has experience with implementing ABA strategies, including Discrete Trial Teaching, Naturalistic Teaching, Functional Communication Training, and Chaining Procedures. Megan graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, with a minor in Human Services in 2019 and received her Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis in 2022. She became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in September 2022. During her free time, Megan enjoys spending time with family, trying new coffee shops, and working on DIY crafts.

Natalie is a Clinical Supervisor at Creative Solutions for Hope. She is responsible for conducting functional behavior assessments, creating and overseeing implementation of goals, and supporting behavior therapists and families. Natalie has experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities providing early intervention and behavior therapy, developing behavior plans, parent consultations, and running social groups. Natalie received her bachelor’s in Communicative Disorders from Cal State Fullerton in 2017. She graduated with her master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis from Arizona State University in 2019 and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in August 2019. In her free time, Natalie enjoys gardening, going to concerts, and trying new tea places.

Stefanie Wimberly is a Senior Clinical Supervisor at Creative Solutions for Hope. She is responsible for overseeing BCBAs, case managers, and therapists (including Registered Behavior Technicians [RBT’s]) as well as clientele. Stefanie also heads the assessment department for the Inland Empire region. She has experience with program development, creation and implementation of behavior intervention plans, 1:1 therapy, parent training and consultations. Stefanie also has a comprehensive training in the principle of behavior analysis and various methodologies such as: Verbal Behavior, Discrete Trial Training, Functional Communication Training, and Pivotal Response Training. Stefanie graduated from California State University, Fullerton and received her bachelor’s degree in Liberal Studies. She also has her master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). During Stefanie’s free time, she likes to cook, workout, as well as spend time with her friends and family.

Erika Sinn is a Clinical Supervisor at Creative Solutions for Hope. She is responsible for overseeing case managers and therapists as well as clientele. Erika also conducts the functional behavior assessment for the Inland Empire region. She has experience with program development, creation and implementation of behavior intervention plans, 1:1 therapy, parent training and consultations. She also has a comprehensive training in the principle of behavior analysis and various methodologies such as: Verbal Behavior, Discrete Trial Training, Functional Communication Training, Pivotal Response Training. Erika graduated from California State University, San Bernardino and received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She also has her master’s degree in Counseling Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy from the Argosy University and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). During Erika’s free time, she likes to cook and hike.

Cody Graham is a Clinical Supervisor at Creative Solutions for Hope. He is responsible for overseeing and developing treatment plans for the clients and behavioral therapists in the San Diego region. He has experience in developing and implementing behavioral intervention programs, 1:1 therapy, parent training and consultations, staff training and support. Cody also does functional behavior assessments and is responsible for administering a variety of developmental assessments. He has extensive experience in behavior management, functional communication training, as well as teaching life-skills to individuals with developmental disorders of varying ages. His main goal in ABA is to create lasting and meaningful change in the lives of the families that he works with by implementing highly individualized treatment packages wherein the families priorities and concerns are heard and addressed. Cody graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara in 2012 and received his B.A. in psychology with a minor in anthropology. He also received a M.Ed., with an emphasis is ABA instruction and curriculum from Arizona State University in 2017. In 2019, Cody earned his BCBA credentialing. During his free time, he likes to play sports, and enjoy the outdoors with his family and dog Cali.

Kinsey
Varner, M.S., BCBA

Kirstie Gillespie, M.S., BCBA

Katelynn Richmond, M.S., BCBA

Corrine Blaine, M.S., CCC-SLP

Megan Waintal, M.S., BCBA

Natalie Hirata, M.S., BCBA

Stefanie Wimberly, M.S., BCBA

Erika Sinn, M.A., BCBA

Cody Graham, M.Ed., BCBA

KinseyVarner, M.S., BCBA

Kirstie Gillespie, M.S., BCBA​