Congratulations, Raven Mendoza!

Please join us in congratulating Mariposa Autism Service Center’s Raven Mendoza on her promotion from Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)! Raven recently passed her BCBA exam, and the Aprendamos Family of Services leadership team is thrilled to see her continue her professional journey at MASC.

When we asked Raven what this promotion means for her and the clients she has the honor of serving, she shared the following:

“I began my journey as an RBT in 2018, initially aiming to gain experience for pursuing a Speech-Language Pathologist certification. However, I soon fell in love with the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and decided to change my path. I went on to earn my MS in Psychology with an emphasis on ABA. After many hours of dedicated learning, I passed my exam and became a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. Every day, as a neurodivergent professional, I use my passion and skills to help children and families succeed in a world that often seems limiting. As a behavior analyst, I am committed to helping them reach their goals and make positive changes in their lives. B.F. Skinner once said, ‘A failure is not always a mistake, it may simply be the best one can do under the circumstances. The real mistake is to stop trying.’ These words resonate deeply with me. As a professional who faced challenges while pushing through the board exam and managing my own learning difficulties, I aim to be a source of support and guidance for my colleagues taking the BCBA exam. I believe in the importance of seeking accommodations when needed, being authentic, and being upfront about the support you require in the workplace. I believe your disabilities are a strength, not a weakness, and I am here to help empower others.”

MASC Director of Autism Services, Trisha Braecklein said, “Raven brings a beautiful and essential perspective to MASC and southern New Mexico. Her unwavering commitment and passion for assisting our families in reaching their full potential is truly commendable and does not go unnoticed. We are all eagerly anticipating the positive impact she will undoubtedly make as a BCBA. I look forward to witnessing the meaningful change that Raven will bring in her new role!”

Raven, thanks for all you do to embody our values and put families first!