CEAT

Our Team

We are a dynamic team of autism specialists, behaviour analysts, psychologists and special educators, all of whom have gained qualifications or training in autism and Applied Behaviour Analysis.  We are also trained in range of autism-specific and educational approaches, including the Picture Exchange Communication System, TEACCH, Social Stories, Relationship Development Intervention and Greenspan's Floortime.  Our team of professionals provide you with collaborative, consistent and continuous support, ensure that all of your autism and education and training needs are met. 


Kimberly Wroblewski
BSc, MSc, BCBA
Founder

Kimberly is a Co-Founder and Director of CEAT.  She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Special Education from the University of Wisconsin, a Master's Degree in Autistic Spectrum Disorders from the Queen's University of Belfast and has completed a post-graduate certificate in Applied Behaviour Analysis through the University of North Texas.  She is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst.  Kimberly was a pre-school teacher when she was recruited by the Wisconsin Early Autism Project, a Lovaas replication site. From 1995, she went on to implement intervention programmes in America, the UK, Europe, Africa and Canada. She was a director of the London Early Autism Project and a Senior Consultant with the Early Autism Project of Vancouver, Canada.  She co-founded CEAT in October 2003.



Mary Hopton-Smith
BSc (Hons), MSc
Founder

Mary is a Co-Founder and Director of CEAT.  She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from the Open University and a Masters Degree in Autistic Spectrum Disorders from the Queen's University of Belfast.  Mary developed an interest in autism whilst working with adults and adolescent with autism in art, dance and drama projects in North Wales.  In 1998, Mary went on to be recruited by the London Early Autism Project (LEAP), an affiliate of the Wisconsin Early Autism Project, a replication site for the research of Dr Ivar Lovaas.  Under the supervision of Dr Glen Sallows, Mary worked as a Senior Consultant with LEAP throughout the UK and the Early Autism Project of Vancouver, Canada.  She co-founded CEAT in October 2003.
 

Sarah O'Prey

BSc, MSc, BCBA
Managing Director
Sarah holds a Certificate in Foundation Studies in ARt and Design from the University of Ulster, a Bachelors Degree in Psychology from the Queen's University of Belfast and Masters Degrees in Applied Psychology and Applied Behaviour Analysis from the University of Ulster.  She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).  Sarah has been working with children with autism since 1998, and worked with CEAT since its inception. She has extensive experience providing consultation and training in the areas of early, intensive behavioural intervention and behavioural treatment. 


 

Evelyn Calvin
BSc (Hons), MSc, BCBA
Senior Behaviour Analyst

As a Consultant and Behaviour Analyst, Evelyn provides direct consultation and training to children and families. Evelyn brings extensive experience and expertise to our team.  Evelyn is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Applied Psychology from University of Ulster -Jordanstown and a Master's Degree (Distinction) in Applied Behaviour Analysis from the University of Ulster - Coleraine.   Evelyn has certificates in Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), Manual Handling, Safety and Personal Care, ABA for Prader-Willi Sydrome and Functional Analysis.     Evelyn has been working with children with autism since 2002, as a tutor, lead tutor, supervisor and consultant in both home and school settings.   


 

Katherine Yates
BSc (Hons), MSc, BCBA
Consultant / Behaviour Analyst

As a Consultant and Behaviour Analyst, Katherine provides direct consultation and training to children and families. Katherine brings extensive experience to our team.   Katherine is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst.  Katherine holds a Bachelor's Degree in Social Psychology and a Master's Degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis from the University of Ulster - Coleraine.  Katherine completed one year of field-work and study at the New England Centre for Children in Boston, USA and has presented research on Procedural Integrity and its effect on Learning both nationally and internationally.  She has been a part of CEAT's team since 2004 as a tutor, lead tutor, intern and consultant.  



Damian Rooney
BSc (Hons)
Consultant

As a Consultant, Damian provides intervention and support to children and families.  Damian brings a range of experience to our team.  He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from the Queen's University of Belfast and is currently undergoing a Master's Degree in Autistic Spectrum Disorders.  Damian has further training and certifications in Deaf Awareness, Building Success through Better Behaviour and Behaviour Management.  Damian has worked with children with autism in home, school and community settings since 2004.  Damian's enthusiasm for the teaching of social, academic and self-regulation skills of children with autism makes him a valued member of our team.



 

Paula Close
BSc (Hons), MSc, BCBA
Intern Supervisor

Paula is currently undergoing our internship, during which time she is developing the skills and experience required to fulfill the role of a CEAT Consultant. Paula brings a wealth of experience to our team. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from the Queen's University of Belfast, a Master's Degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis and is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst.  Paula has been working with children with autism since 2006, as a tutor and lead tutor on CEAT home programmes.  She has further experience working in the school as an Intensive Support Assistant and a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant.  Paula has further training and certifications in Team Teach, Makaton and TEACCH.  



 

 Claire McClenaghan
BSc (Hons), MSc, BCBA
Intern Supervisor

Claire is currently undergoing our internship, during which time she is developing the skills and experience required to fulfill the role of a CEAT Consultant. Claire holds a Bachelor's Degree Surveying and a Master's Degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis from the University of Ulster - Coleraine.  She is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst. Claire has been working with children with autism sine 2006, as a tutor and lead tutor on CEAT home programmes.  During the last 3 years Claire has also supported children in both mainstream and SLD schools.  Claire brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our team.



Louise Fenton
BSc (Hons)
Supervisor

Louise is currently undergoing our internship, during which time she is developing the skills and experience required to fulfill the role of a CEAT Consultant. Louise holds a joint honours degree in Psychology and English from Mary Immaculate College in Limerick.  Louise has been working with children with autism since 2005, as a tutor and lead tutor on CEAT home programmes.  Louise also has experience as a pre-school facilitator, resource teacher and youth worker with children and young adults with a learning difficulty.  Louise has further training and certificates in Care of the Special child, D.C.D. Dyspraxia & S.I. Dysfunction in school aged children and TEACCH.

 

 


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