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Congrats, Gabriela!

We would like to congratulate Gabriela Hallowell on her recent promotion to Lead Board Certified Behavior Analyst for the Mariposa Autism Services Center! Gabby has been with the Aprendamos Family of Services organization for over 8 years and uses her expertise to provide ongoing support and training for bilingual families and Registered Behavior Technicians. Originally from El Paso, TX, she holds a Master’s Degree from Ball State University with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis. Prior to joining the Aprendamos Family of Services team, she served as a caseworker and has experience in case management services and advocacy for individuals with mental health and developmental disabilities. Trisha Braecklein, Director of Autism Services at MASC, said, “We are thrilled to welcome Gabriela into her new lead role. Gabby has been with MASC since 2016 and has continually supported the department through each of her positions. Her advocacy and passion for the bilingual community have been crucial for our department’s success, and we know we will continue to thrive with her insight and leadership. Gabby’s dedication and hard work have always set her apart, and we are confident that she will excel in this new role. Congratulations, Gabby, on this well-deserved promotion!” In Gabby’s free time, she can be found exploring Washington D.C. and Northern Virginia with her family, going on long walks with her two dogs, and trying out new restaurants. Please join us in congratulating Gabriela!