Training from our consultants goes far beyond the tips and tricks you’ll find on the internet. Our methods are backed by extensive research, and proven by more than 400 families in the Twin Cities alone.
Each member of our team comes to you with:
- Either board certification or a PhD level of education
- Intensive training in behavior issues
- Research-backed solutions
- Ability to adjust solutions to your child and your family’s unique situation
JAMIE WALDVOGEL, MS, BCBA, FOUNDER/OWNER, BEHAVIORAL CONSULTANT
Jamie founded Behave Your Best in 2011 when she realized that her experience in behavior analysis enabled her to parent with skills not every parent had access to. Her background uniquely positions her to train parents with the tools to parent effectively and without drama.
Watching her skills work in real time at home as well as in the lives of the many families she serves sparked a passion in Jamie to empower this generation of parents. She wants to see parents develop behavioral parenting strategies so they can overcome “normal” unwanted behavior before it gets “bad enough” to warrant further intervention. Jamie believes that with the right tools, all parents can enjoy their child’s behavior!
Background:
- BS, Psychology, Emphasis in Behavior Analysis, University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
- MS, Behavior Analysis and Therapy, Southern Illinois University
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst since 2003
- Contracted by parents, preschools, school districts, and counties to provide behavioral consulting and coaching since 2011
Contact Jamie at at jamie@behaveyourbest.com.
ALICIA JANNI, BS, BCaBA, BEHAVIORAL CONSULTANT, DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
From typically developing children to individuals with head injuries, children on the autism spectrum, and those with mental health concerns, Alicia’s background and breadth of experience enables her to adjust her coaching according to each family’s individual needs. A mom herself, Alicia loves to help parents understand the dynamics of behavior change and to empower parents to improve the overall quality of life in their family. Alicia believes that parenting can be a joy when families have the needed education and skills.
Background:
- BS, Community Psychology, Emphasis in Behavior Analysis, St. Cloud State University
- Experience working in mental health, behavioral, and special needs settings since 2002
- Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst since 2011
- Behavioral Consultant and Coach, Behave Your Best since 2016
Contact Alicia at alicia@behaveyourbest.com
ERIN COTE, PhD, BEHAVIORAL CONSULTANT
Erin has always had a passion for working with children and families and used that motivation to shape her schooling and career. She has years of experience working directly with children, supporting teachers, and coaching families to use behavioral strategies to promote lasting and quality of life changes. Her career has led her to work with clients across ability levels, ages, and tailoring supports to meet the individual needs of the family or learning environment. As a parent of three she understands the need to make these approaches part of your day to day life, but in a way that is achievable and rewarding.
Background:
- BA, Psychology, Western New England University
- PhD, Educational Psychology, with an emphasis in Behavior Analysis
- Experience working in social skills development, behavioral, and special needs settings since 2004
- Behavioral Consultant and Coach, Behave Your Best since 2016
Contact Erin at erin@behaveyourbest.com
“Jamie and her team are professional, kind, and genuinely care about helping parents and children…It truly does “take a village” to raise kiddos, our family is grateful that BYB is a part of ours. Thank you for all that you do BYB!”
– Jill*
*Per the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) Guidelines for Responsible Conduct for Behavior Analysts we cannot solicit testimonies from current clients. You can read more about our practices and policies related to testimonials here.