Meet Our Staff

Jan Seager is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Limited Licensed Psychologist. She has a bachelor’s degree in biopsychology & cognitive science from the University of Michigan and a master’s degree in applied behavior analysis from Northeastern University. Jan trained at the New England Center for Children in Boston, Massachusetts, where she completed her thesis on teaching generative play behavior to children with autism. Jan has held positions at William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, and Hope Network Rehabilitation Program, Grand Rapids. In 2013, she co-founded Behavior Solutions, providing therapeutic services to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders and individuals with brain injuries. Jan is passionate about her work and loves collaborating with families and treatment teams. Jan has been working with individuals with special needs since 2001.

Kathy Prieur is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).  She has a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education from Central Michigan University and a master’s degree in applied behavior analysis from Ball State University.  Kathy has nine years of teaching experience, including six years working for Grand Rapids Pubic Schools Ken-O-Sha Program. She has taught in Ghana and has organized several fundraisers to gather supplies to transport to Africa. Kathy’s energetic, passionate, and fun-loving personality bring a lot of smiles to Behavior Solutions’ team. Kathy enjoys collaborating with families, schools and Behavior Solutions staff to create comprehensive plans for children with Autism. She became the ABA Program Director in September 2015.

Samantha has a bachelor’s degree in psychology and behavior analysis with a minor in human services from Northern Michigan University. Currently, she is working on her elementary teaching certificate with a language arts endorsement and her master’s in instruction and curriculum at Grand Valley State University. Samantha also plans to pursue her board certified behavior analysts (BCBA) accreditation in the future. Samantha has over five years of experience working with children and adults with diverse emotional and cognitive abilities. She has worked in a school setting, group home, and a summer adventure camp. Samantha works with all families to create a positive environment individualized for each client. She joined Behavior Solutions’ team in August 2018.

Mia has a bachelor’s degree in health science from Saginaw Valley State University. She is currently pursuing her master’s degree in psychology with a concentration in behavior analysis through Purdue. Mia has been with Behavior Solutions since May of 2019. Prior to working as part of the Behavior Solutions team, she lived on the east side of the state and worked with a local autism treatment center and also in the emergency room at Beaumont hospital.  Mia brings warmth, confidence, and creativity to every family she connects with.

Lucas Cardosa is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in recreational therapy at Grand Valley State University. He has previous experience working as a residential care provider for children with maladaptive behavior. Lucas’ calming influence has been instrumental in helping children process their emotions to achieve developmental gains. Lucas is a reliable, fun-loving, and active tutor who handles difficult situations calmly and professionally. Lucas joined the Behavior Solutions team in November 2013.

Rachel has a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Bethel University. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in social work through Michigan State University. Rachel has worked with individuals with special needs in a variety of settings throughout her time at Bethel. She brings a calming, creative, and encouraging attitude to each child that she works with.  Rachel joined Behavior Solutions’ team in June 2019.

Tori Glass has a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Central Michigan University and is currently working on her master’s degree in counseling education at Western Michigan University. Tori has extensive experience working with various populations of youth, including children with autism. Tori has also served as an AmeriCorps member where she worked with foster care youth and other various youth populations in the Grand Rapids community. Tori loves to make a positive impact in every family and child she works with. She brings an outgoing, warm and compassionate approach to her tutoring.

Kaitlynd has a master’s degree in psychology, a psychologist specialist degree in psychology, and an applied behavior analysis certification all from Grand Valley State University.  She is currently finishing up her practicum hours and plans to sit for the BCBA exam.  Kaitlynd has experience tutoring children with autism in home and clinical settings. Kaitlynd is a problem-solver who communicates effectively with families and team members. Her friendly, out-going, and creative personality brings warmth to the children she treats. She joined Behavior Solutions in October 2015.

Kali LaHaie has a bachelor’s degree in music from Grace Bible College. Kali aspires to continue combining her gifts of teaching music and providing ABA therapy to help people in need. She recently traveled to Tanzania, Africa where she taught piano and music theory. Kali is a kind, intelligent, reliable tutor. Children light up when she arrives at their homes. Kali joined Behavior Solutions in September 2013.

Elizabeth Likhnovskyy has a bachelor’s degree in recreation parks and leisure services administration (concentration in therapeutic recreation) from Central Michigan University. She also has an associate’s degree in American Sign Language interpretation from Lansing Community College.  Elizabeth works in education as an American Sign Language interpreter, in neuro-rehabilitation as a certified therapeutic recreation specialist, and has been providing ABA therapy with the Behavior Solutions team since April 2017.  Elizabeth’s expertise in American Sign Language has been a valuable resource to many families.  Her warm and knowledgeable personality is highly regarded.