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Team Members
Meeta R. Patel - MA, PhD, BCBA-D
Executive Director
Dr. Patel has been working with children with autism and other disabilities for over 20 years. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Dr. Patel founded Clinic 4 Kidz in 2003 and currently serves as the Executive Director. In addition to her duties at Clinic 4 Kidz, Dr. Patel is currently an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Division of Gastroenterology at Stanford University School of Medicine.
Dr. Patel received a BS degree from the University of California at Davis in 1996 in Psychobiology. She continued her graduate training in Psychology at the University of Nevada, Reno and received her Masters and Ph.D. in Psychology under the supervision of James Carr, Patrick Ghezzi, and Sidney Bijou in 2000. She completed a post-doctoral fellowship at the Kennedy Krieger Institute and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 2001 under the supervision of Cathleen Piazza.
Dr. Patel joined the faculty at the Marcus and Kennedy Krieger Institutes in 2001 and Emory University School of Medicine in 2002 and was a case manager in the Pediatric Feeding Disorders and Early Intervention Programs at the Marcus and Kennedy Krieger Institutes from 2001-2003.
Dr. Patel is on editorial review board for Behavior Analysis in Practice, a consulting editor on the Behavioral Development Bulletin and previously has served on the editorial board for the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis and Education and Treatment of Children. Dr. Patel is also a guest reviewer for the Journal of Pediatrics, Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, Research in Developmental Disabilities, Education and Treatment of Children, and European Journal of Behavior Analysis.
Her primary research interests are in the area pediatric feeding disorders. In addition, she is devoted to conducting research to better train parents to work with their children in the home environment. Dr. Patel's research focuses on developing appropriate treatments to increase oral intake and decrease tube dependency. In addition, she is conducting research that focuses on the long-term success of children with pediatric feeding disorders. Dr. Patel also has an interest in treating children with autism who display food selectivity.
Dr. Patel received a BS degree from the University of California at Davis in 1996 in Psychobiology. She continued her graduate training in Psychology at the University of Nevada, Reno and received her Masters and Ph.D. in Psychology under the supervision of James Carr, Patrick Ghezzi, and Sidney Bijou in 2000. She completed a post-doctoral fellowship at the Kennedy Krieger Institute and Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 2001 under the supervision of Cathleen Piazza.
Dr. Patel joined the faculty at the Marcus and Kennedy Krieger Institutes in 2001 and Emory University School of Medicine in 2002 and was a case manager in the Pediatric Feeding Disorders and Early Intervention Programs at the Marcus and Kennedy Krieger Institutes from 2001-2003.
Dr. Patel is on editorial review board for Behavior Analysis in Practice, a consulting editor on the Behavioral Development Bulletin and previously has served on the editorial board for the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis and Education and Treatment of Children. Dr. Patel is also a guest reviewer for the Journal of Pediatrics, Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, Research in Developmental Disabilities, Education and Treatment of Children, and European Journal of Behavior Analysis.
Her primary research interests are in the area pediatric feeding disorders. In addition, she is devoted to conducting research to better train parents to work with their children in the home environment. Dr. Patel's research focuses on developing appropriate treatments to increase oral intake and decrease tube dependency. In addition, she is conducting research that focuses on the long-term success of children with pediatric feeding disorders. Dr. Patel also has an interest in treating children with autism who display food selectivity.
Aida Miles - EdD, MMSc, RDN, LD, FAND
Registered Dietitian
Dr. Miles works as a registered dietitian for Clinic 4 Kidz. Dr. Miles has also worked as a pediatric registerd dietitian with children with special needs for over two decades in various settings, including Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, the Marcus Autism Center, and Hospital Roosevelt (in Guatemala).Dr. Miles completed undergraduate studies at Whittier College in California, earned a Master’s degree in Medical Science from Emory University in Atlanta, and completed a Doctoral degree in Higher Education at Bethel University in St. Paul, Minnesota.
In addition to her duties at Clinic 4 Kidz, Dr. Miles is an associate professor of pediatrics at the University of Alabama School Of Medicine, in the Division of Adolescent Medicine. She is also the director of the UAB Leadership Education in Pediatric Nutrition Program; a training grant funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau to train professionals and students in pediatric nutrition and maternal and child health.
Aida has held many leadership roles, including being past-chair of the Pediatric Nutrition Practice Group. She was a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ Board of Directors, and Speaker of their House of Delegates between 2014 and 2017. Most recently, Aida has served as a leader in the Academy’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee (2017-2021), the Academy’s Policy and Advocacy Committee (2019-2022), and the Weight Management Practice Group’s Awards and Honors Committee (2020-2022).
In addition to her duties at Clinic 4 Kidz, Dr. Miles is an associate professor of pediatrics at the University of Alabama School Of Medicine, in the Division of Adolescent Medicine. She is also the director of the UAB Leadership Education in Pediatric Nutrition Program; a training grant funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau to train professionals and students in pediatric nutrition and maternal and child health.
Aida has held many leadership roles, including being past-chair of the Pediatric Nutrition Practice Group. She was a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics’ Board of Directors, and Speaker of their House of Delegates between 2014 and 2017. Most recently, Aida has served as a leader in the Academy’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee (2017-2021), the Academy’s Policy and Advocacy Committee (2019-2022), and the Weight Management Practice Group’s Awards and Honors Committee (2020-2022).
Danielle Shahan - SLP.D, CCC-SLP
Speech Pathologist
Dr. Shahan has a doctorate in speech-language pathology from Nova Southeastern University. Her clinical research and and dissertation focused on oral-motor/muscle-based therapy. Dr. Shahan has worked as a speech-language pathologist in the private practice, school, and hospital settings, and as a clinical instructor of graduate students at California State University, Sacramento. She is currently working with children at Clinic 4 Kidz with feeding problems who display oral motor deficits.
In addition to her duties at Clinic 4 Kidz, Dr. Shahan lectures and completes evaluations and program plans nationally. She presents staff and parent trainings in oral-motor techniquies and interventions for children diagnosed with variety of disorders. She consults frequently in school settings to design and implement safety feeding protocols for children with oral-motor-feeding difficulties.
In addition to her duties at Clinic 4 Kidz, Dr. Shahan lectures and completes evaluations and program plans nationally. She presents staff and parent trainings in oral-motor techniquies and interventions for children diagnosed with variety of disorders. She consults frequently in school settings to design and implement safety feeding protocols for children with oral-motor-feeding difficulties.
Ashley Andersen - PhD, BCBA-D
Program Manager
Ashley Andersen is a program manager and Board Certified Behavior Analyst at Clinic 4 Kidz. Dr. Andersen has been working in the field of behavior analysis for over 6 years, with 3 years focused on helping children with pediatric feeding disorders.
In 2015, Dr. Andersen earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of California, Santa Barbara. In 2018, Dr. Andersen received her master’s degree in applied behavior analysis from California State University, Northridge. She completed her practicum experience at the CSUN Autism Clinic under the supervision of Drs. Debra Berry Malmberg and Megan Aclan. In 2021, Dr. Andersen earned her doctoral degree in applied behavior analysis from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Dr. Andersen completed her practicum experience and pre-doctoral internship at the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s Munroe-Meyer Institute in the Department of Pediatric Feeding Disorders under the supervision of Drs. Bethany Hansen, Amy Drayton, Kathryn Peterson, and Cathleen Piazza.
Dr. Andersen’s primary research interests are the assessment and treatment of pediatric feeding disorders. She is focused on implementing individualized treatments to help children work toward age- or developmentally typical feeding.
Dr. Andersen’s primary research interests are the assessment and treatment of pediatric feeding disorders. She is focused on implementing individualized treatments to help children work toward age- or developmentally typical feeding.
Ashlee Jackson - MS, BCBA
Case Manager
Ashlee Jackson is a case manager at Clinic 4 Kidz and Board Certified Behavior Analyst who has worked with children with autism and other developmental disabilities for over five years providing early intervention and behavioral services. In 2010, Ashlee received her BA degree in Psychology from California State University, Northridge. Shortly after, in 2012, she earned her MS degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from California State University, Los Angeles. During her graduate study she completed her thesis research project under the supervision of Dr. Henry Schlinger. Her research compared the relative effectiveness of independent and interdependent group contingencies in a parent-implemented token economy to increase compliance in children.
Vicky Pham - MA, BCBA
Case Manager
Vicky Pham is a case manager and Board Certified Behavior Analyst at Clinic 4 Kidz. In 2010, Vicky earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from San Jose State University. She earned her Masters of Science degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from National University, La Jolla in 2013.
Vicky has been working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis since 2008 specializing in children diagnosed with developmental disorders. She has worked in-homes and schools providing behavioral services for children between 18 months to 11 years old. She has experience in pivotal response training, positive behavior support plans, differential reinforcement systems, and parent consultations.
Vicky has been working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis since 2008 specializing in children diagnosed with developmental disorders. She has worked in-homes and schools providing behavioral services for children between 18 months to 11 years old. She has experience in pivotal response training, positive behavior support plans, differential reinforcement systems, and parent consultations.
Kerri Rosenlund - MA
Case Manager
Kerri Caltabiano is a case manager at Clinic 4 Kidz. In 2008, Kerri earned her BA in Psychology from the University of Tampa. In addition to her coursework in psychology, Kerri concentrated in Dance Pedagogy for alternative populations. Through this concentration, she developed and implemented several Movement Therapy programs in various facilities for children with developmental delays and adults with neurodegenerative diseases. In 2018, Kerri received her MA in ABA with emphasis in Autism from Ball State University.
From 2010-2012, Kerri taught in Seoul, South Korea, during which time she gained exprience teaching in inclusion classroom settings, as well as one-on-one tutoring with special needs learners.
Prior to joining Clinic 4 Kidz, Kerri had been working as a Lead Therapist in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis for 2 years. She has experience providing early intervention and behavioral support services to children with developmental disorders in home settings, as well as in special day classes and full-inclusion classrooms.
Kerri is currently pursuing her BCBA certification through the Behavior Analysts Certification Board.
From 2010-2012, Kerri taught in Seoul, South Korea, during which time she gained exprience teaching in inclusion classroom settings, as well as one-on-one tutoring with special needs learners.
Prior to joining Clinic 4 Kidz, Kerri had been working as a Lead Therapist in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis for 2 years. She has experience providing early intervention and behavioral support services to children with developmental disorders in home settings, as well as in special day classes and full-inclusion classrooms.
Kerri is currently pursuing her BCBA certification through the Behavior Analysts Certification Board.
Holly Ney - MA, BCBA
Case Manager
Holly Ney is case manager and Board Certified Bahavior Analyst at Clinic 4 Kidz. Holly serves the Southern Los Angeles and Orange County areas. Holly has been working in the field of behavior analysis for over 10 years with 7 years dedicated to serving children with pediatric feeding disorders.
In 2013, Holly earned her bachelor’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis with a focus on early autism intervention from the University of Kansas. Prior to beginning her graduate work, Holly worked at the Pediatric Feeding Disorders Unit at the Kennedy Krieger Institute in Baltimore, Maryland. In 2016, Holly received her master’s degree in psychology from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. During her graduate study, she completed her internships at the University of Nebraska Medical Center’s Munroe-Meyer Institute in the Pediatric Feeding Disorders Program under the supervision of Dr. Cathleen Piazza.
Victoria Monzon - MA, BCBA
Case Manager
Victoria Monzon is a case manager and Board Certified Behavior Analyst at Clinic 4 Kidz. Victoria completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with and emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis at Sacramento State University, and her Masters of Arts degree in Behavior Analysis from Florida Institute of Technology.
Victoria has been working with individuals with developmental delays in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis since 2007 serving children and adults with developmental disabilities. Prior to joining Clinic 4 Kidz, Victoria was working as an Assistant Supervisor, implementing and designing individualized programs, as well as overseeing the delivery of Applied Behavioral Analysis services and family participation and training.
Victoria has been working with individuals with developmental delays in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis since 2007 serving children and adults with developmental disabilities. Prior to joining Clinic 4 Kidz, Victoria was working as an Assistant Supervisor, implementing and designing individualized programs, as well as overseeing the delivery of Applied Behavioral Analysis services and family participation and training.
Donna Uzoigwe, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Pathologist
Donna Uzoigwe has been a speech language pathologist for over 2 decades, with specialization in pediatric feeding and swallowing. She works with children with oral sensory issues that impact feeding. She has provided feeding assessments and evaluations in skilled nursing facilities, private clinics, family homes and preschool settings. Donna has provided seminars on Pediatric Feeding to gratuate students in the communicative disorders Department of San Francisoc University in 2007.
In addition to her duties at Clinic 4 Kidz, Donna provides feeding and speech-language assessment and treatment in the child's natural environment. She has a unique approach that considers the individual child's skills, interest and needs, and the cultural food choices and customs of their families. Donna has helped many children transition from the tube feedings to oral feeds, learn to advance feedings skills such a chewing and cup drinking, protect and educate families about aspiration, and expand the food repetoire. Most of all, she likes to make eating fun through play and songs.
Jessica Pascual - MA, BCBA
Case Manager
Jessica Pascual is a case manager and Board Certified Behavior Analyst at Clinic 4 Kidz. Before starting her journey in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Jessica was a Child Life Specialist volunteer at UCSF Children’s Benioff Hospital in San Francisco, ensuring the kids being treated are given time to feel like a kid through the opportunity of therapeutic play despite their circumstances. Jessica initially started her undergraduate degree in nursing completing various subjects such as microbiology, chemistry, physiology, anatomy, nutrition, holistic health practices, injustices in American healthcare systems, health education policies and more. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Studio Art with an emphasis in Health Education from San Francisco State University in 2017. She discovered the field of ABA in 2018 working as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and continued pursuing her other interest in nursing by earning her Clinical Medical Assisting Certificate from Contra Costa Medical Career College in 2019.
Shortly after making her decision to pursue her BCBA, she earned her Master’s Degree in Special Education with an emphasis in ABA in 2021 and became a BCBA 6 months later. Through her graduate courses, she was inspired by a special guest interview with Dr. Ashley Andersen to help children with pediatric feeding disorders and referred Jessica to contact Dr. Patel at Clinic 4 Kidz to help her continue her journey.
Shortly after making her decision to pursue her BCBA, she earned her Master’s Degree in Special Education with an emphasis in ABA in 2021 and became a BCBA 6 months later. Through her graduate courses, she was inspired by a special guest interview with Dr. Ashley Andersen to help children with pediatric feeding disorders and referred Jessica to contact Dr. Patel at Clinic 4 Kidz to help her continue her journey.
Christa Curtaz - BS
Case Manager
Christa Curtaz is a Case Manager at Clinic 4 Kidz. In 2006, Christa earned her Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Science with Clinical Applications from the University of California of San Diego. During her junior and senior year, she worked in the university’s Cognitive Neuroscience Laboratory as a part of Dr. Jaime Pineda’s research team. There she worked with children with autism and studied Neurofeedback’s effectiveness to improve their attention and learning. She then co-authored the journal article “Positive Behavioral and Electrophysiological Changes Following Neurofeedback Training in Children with Autism” published with the American Psychological Association. There in Dr. Pineda’s lab, Christa discovered her love of working with children with special needs; that passion endures to this day.
In 2009, Christa left her job in business management to return to working with children with special needs as the managing caretaker of a young boy with autism. There she learned the great importance of integrating a child’s medical and therapeutic protocols with compassion, love and an individualized approach for the child. She also was introduced to the discipline of Pediatric Feeding Therapy and went on to become a Case Manager for Clinic 4 Kidz in 2011. There she worked under Dr. Meeta Patel, successfully treating many children in the Pediatric Feeding Disorder Program over the next five years. In 2016, Christa left Clinic 4 Kidz to stay home with her three children and ran her own homeschool. In 2023, Christa returned to Clinic 4 Kidz as a Case Manager.
Christa is currently pursuing her Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.
In 2009, Christa left her job in business management to return to working with children with special needs as the managing caretaker of a young boy with autism. There she learned the great importance of integrating a child’s medical and therapeutic protocols with compassion, love and an individualized approach for the child. She also was introduced to the discipline of Pediatric Feeding Therapy and went on to become a Case Manager for Clinic 4 Kidz in 2011. There she worked under Dr. Meeta Patel, successfully treating many children in the Pediatric Feeding Disorder Program over the next five years. In 2016, Christa left Clinic 4 Kidz to stay home with her three children and ran her own homeschool. In 2023, Christa returned to Clinic 4 Kidz as a Case Manager.
Christa is currently pursuing her Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.