About Us

Hagop is the Founder and CEO of Hope For Ohana and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with over 12 years of experience in the field. His extensive career includes roles as a Registered Behavior Technician, Associate Clinician, and BCBA, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of clinical practice and family needs. Hagop has worked with clients ranging from toddlers to young adults, specializing in early intervention, verbal behavior, and natural environment teaching. He is passionate about delivering evidence-based, family- centered care. Outside of work, Hagop enjoys basketball, going to the gym, traveling to new places to experience other cultures, and spending time with his wife and son. As Founder and CEO of Hope For Ohana, he combines his extensive field experience with visionary leadership, ensuring that every family receives not just professional expertise, but genuine care.

Brittany is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Director of Operations at Hope For Ohana, bringing over 15 years of experience working with children and nine years in Applied Behavior Analysis. She began her career as a Behavioral Therapist and advanced to an Associate Clinician role while earning her Master’s degree in ABA. Since becoming a BCBA in 2019, Brittany has focused on supporting clients and their families with individualized, evidence-based strategies to reach meaningful outcomes. Outside of being a BCBA, she enjoys traveling, scrapbooking, baking, doing puzzles and any craft project she can get her hands on. Her favorite moments are spent with her husband, son, and extended family.

Naomi is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and the Director of Clinical Services at Hope for Ohana. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience from Earlham College and a Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Pepperdine University. Naomi is passionate about ensuring that every child receives individualized care that is rooted in compassion and client values. Her work focuses on trauma-informed care and assent-based interventions, with a commitment to amplifying neurodivergent individuals. Outside of her professional work, Naomi loves trail running, playing tennis, coaching volleyball, and spending time with her two cats, Xany and Gabriel.

Melissa is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at Hope For Ohana and has worked in the ABA field since 2012. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Biopsychology with a minor in applied psychology from UC Santa Barbara and her Master’s degree in Professional Behavior Analysis from the Florida Institute of Technology. Melissa has worked across a variety of settings, with extensive experience serving students in public schools. Melissa believes that learning should be fun and strives to make every session a positive, enjoyable experience. She is dedicated to providing individualized, compassionate ABA therapy that supports each learner’s unique strengths and needs. Outside of work Melissa enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, hiking, going to concerts, and being at the beach.

Hannah is an Associate Clinician and Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at Hope For Ohana. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Sacramento State and graduated with a Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis at Saint Joseph’s University. Now that she has graduated, she is studying with plans to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Since 2021, Hannah has provided ABA services in both home and school settings, focusing on building collaborative relationships with families. Outside of her professional role, she enjoys video games, going on beach adventures, backpacking, enjoying brunch, and spending time with her pet bird, Tiki.

Maria is a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at Hope For Ohana. She is a Los Angeles native and has been an RBT for 5 years. She is passionate about helping individuals gain independence and advocating for themselves. She has been working with neurodivergent community since 2018 in various settings: home, school and group homes. She enjoys working with her families and being a part of a team that provides specialized care for each child's needs. In her free time she enjoys exploring the outdoors, walking her dogs and cruising the coastline. 

Ana is a Behavior Technician at Hope For Ohana with more than seven years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis. She is driven by a commitment of enhancing the quality of support and education for all learners and is currently pursuing a journey of becoming a BCBA one day. Beyond her work in ABA, Ana enjoys hiking, traveling, attending festivals, and cooking meals with her family.