Karina Lopez
Queens
Summary
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with over 5 years of experience delivering and overseeing evidence-based ABA services across home, school, and community settings. Proven expertise in functional behavior assessment, treatment planning, parent training, and clinical supervision. Skilled in reviewing treatment plans for medical necessity and navigating insurance authorization processes within ABA-focused managed care settings. Recognized for strong documentation practices, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a commitment to ethical and effective client care. Seeking to leverage clinical insight and payer-based experience in a Utilization Review Clinician role.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Manhattan Psychology Group
02.2023 - Current
- Provide 1:1 ABA therapy in home, school, and community settings, using evidence-based techniques such as reinforcement, prompt fading, and skill acquisition strategies.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments (VB-MAPP, AFLS, FBAs) and develop individualized treatment plans and behavior intervention plans (BIPs) aligned with best practices and ethical guidelines.
- Collect and analyze data to monitor client progress and make data-driven adjustments to treatment plans.
- Deliver parent training to promote generalization of skills and support long-term treatment gains.
- Supervise school staff to ensure treatment fidelity and effective program implementation.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including educators and allied health professionals, to coordinate care and review progress.
- Maintain detailed documentation including progress notes, treatment plans, and behavioral reports, ensuring compliance with clinical and insurance standards.
- Engage in ongoing professional development through staff trainings and continuing education opportunities.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Behavior Change Success Corp
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Evaluate ABA treatment plans to ensure alignment with medical necessity criteria and clinical best practices.
- Apply in-depth knowledge of insurance guidelines, authorization procedures, and payer-specific documentation requirements.
- Prepare and review clinical documentation with precision, demonstrating strong analytical and reporting skills.
- Ensure compliance with ethical standards and billing regulations to maintain integrity and audit readiness.
- Collaborate effectively with providers, payers, and interdisciplinary teams to support coordinated, high-quality care.
RBT/BCBA
Stride Behaviors
01.2020 - 09.2024
- Provide ongoing supervision and training to direct care staff to ensure consistent and effective implementation of behavior intervention programs.
- Provided 1:1 ABA therapy in home, school, and community settings, implementing evidence-based interventions and tracking progress toward individualized goals.
- Conducted assessments (VB-MAPP, AFLS, FBAs) and developed treatment and behavior intervention plans in alignment with payer criteria and clinical best practices.
- Assisted in creating and implementing behavior intervention plans
- Collaborated with school staff and additional service providers to ensure the utmost effective treatment
Education
Masters of Special Ed - ABA
Arizona State University
01.2020
Bachelor of Psychology -
Queens College
05-2017
Skills
- Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)
- Skill Acquisition & Behavior Reduction
- VB-MAPP, AFLS, and ABLLS-R Administration
- Parent & Caregiver Training
- Direct & Indirect ABA Service Delivery
- Medical Necessity Review & Clinical Documentation
- Insurance Authorization Processes
- Ethical and Billing Compliance (HIPAA, BACB Guidelines)
- Supervision of RBTs and Behavior Therapists
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Central Reach, Catalyst, Rethink
- Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace
- Excel for Data Graphing and Analysis
Certification
- BCBA - Board Certified Behavior Analyst
- LBA - Licensed Behavior Analyst
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Behavior Change Success Corp
09.2024 - 01.2025
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Manhattan Psychology Group
02.2023 - Current
RBT/BCBA
Stride Behaviors
01.2020 - 09.2024
Masters of Special Ed - ABA
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Psychology -
Queens College