Meet Lisa, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with the McKibben & Monte team in Cincinnati. Lisa earned her Bachelor of Arts in History from Bowling Green University, along with her Secondary Social Studies Education Certification from the University of Cincinnati. She later pursued her Master of Education in Applied Behavioral Analysis, also from the University of Cincinnati, to deepen her expertise and expand her impact.

Lisa’s favorite part of her work is forming meaningful relationships with clients and their caregivers while witnessing the incredible growth and positive changes her clients achieve. She was first inspired to transition into a therapy career by her students, who motivated her to seek out new ways to better support their learning and development.

When beginning therapy with a child, Lisa focuses on pairing herself with reinforcement to build trust and establish instructional control. This foundation allows her to create a positive and effective environment for learning and growth.

Her favorite quote is: “Dance as though no one is watching. Love as though you’ve never been hurt. Sing as though no one can hear you.” These words reflect the joy and wholehearted approach she brings both to her therapy work and to life.

Outside of work, Lisa enjoys traveling, hiking, and spending time with her goldendoodle, Bailey, who she loves walking and training. With her dedication, compassion, and skillful approach, Lisa plays a vital role in helping children and families thrive as part of the McKibben & Monte team.