Erica S. Brinson

Erica is initially from Sparta, New Jersey.  She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Developmental Psychology from Plymouth State University.  Erica went on to obtain her Master’s of Science degree in Human Services from Capella University.  Erica’s experience includes Becket School, Quest Kids and the Dan Marino Center.   

Johanna McDonald

Johanna is originally from Rochester, NY.  She received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from St. Bonaventure University.  Johanna went on to East Carolina University to earn her masters degree in psychology with a specialization in applied behavior analysis.  There, she studied under Jeannie Golden.  Following completion of her masters program, Johanna was licensed as a psychological associate in North Carolina.  There, she was employed at the Murdoch Center as a behavior analyst for individuals with developmental disabilities.  Johanna moved to Florida in 2000 where she became Board Certified and continued to pursue a career in the field.

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