OUR STORY 
How we started
Our journey in Applied Behavior Analysis began through separate paths, but as a husband-and-wife team, we joined forces to make a greater impact. Chris initiated his career in 2010, immersing himself in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. He pursued a Master of Arts degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from the College of Behavioral Sciences at the University of South Florida, successfully graduating as an accomplished alumnus. While attending school, Chris took on the role of Behavior Assistant at PARC, where he gained invaluable practical experience working with adult individuals with developmental disabilities. Simultaneously, he dedicated himself to completing the required coursework to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. As he expanded his knowledge, Chris also worked at MARC, refining his expertise and deepening his understanding of ABA. In 2016, he took on the role of owner and operator of Focus Behavioral Supports, a highly regarded home and community-based behavior therapy agency serving the Tampa Bay area.

In 2016, Christa commenced her journey with Focus Behavioral Supports as an administrator, diligently managing all intake processes for individuals and families. As the company extended its services to encompass children and adolescents, Christa recognized her fervor for working more directly with clients. This realization propelled her to embark on her own ABA journey, and in 2018, she became a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). Eager to expand her horizons further, Christa decided to pursue additional coursework to become a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst. With unwavering commitment, she completed her program and, in 2021, proudly graduated with a Master of Arts in Professional Behavior Analysis from Florida Institute of Technology (FIT). This milestone marked the culmination of her personal journey in the field. Together, Chris and Christa synergize their knowledge, skills, and shared dedication to deliver exceptional behavioral therapy services through Focus Behavioral Supports, in hope of leaving a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.

In 2023, inspired by our desire to enhance the services we provide and extend our reach to more children in need of ABA therapy, we took a significant step forward. We created Garden of Growth, a dedicated clinical setting designed specifically to cater to the unique needs of children and adolescents. This new addition to our organization allows us to offer a comprehensive and enriched therapeutic environment where our young clients can thrive.

Garden of Growth serves as a nurturing and stimulating space, carefully designed to promote growth, development, and positive behavior change. Within this clinical setting, we have incorporated various specialized areas and resources, including a sensory room, play areas, educational materials, and state-of-the-art therapy equipment. Our team of highly trained professionals utilizes evidence-based practices to deliver individualized ABA therapy programs tailored to each child's specific needs and goals.

By establishing Garden of Growth, we have expanded our capacity to provide intensive and focused therapy sessions that address a wide range of behavioral challenges. This clinical setting enables us to create a structured and supportive environment where children and adolescents can engage in meaningful interactions, learn new skills, and make progress towards each child's full potential.

At Garden of Growth, we remain committed to delivering the highest quality of care and continuously seeking innovative approaches to enhance our therapeutic interventions. We are thrilled to have this new clinical setting as part of our organization, as it enables us to better serve and positively impact the lives of more children and families within our community.