Meet our Executive Leadership

Chase Clifton
Chief Operations Officer

Lindsay Schmelzel, MS., BCBA, ASDCS, CTP

Founder, Chief Executive Officer

Beth Chaney, MA.,BCBA, CCTP
Chief Clinical Officer

Dedication. Collaboration. Compassion.

Qwatera Deavers

Coordinator of RBT Training and Workforce Development

ChatGPT Image Feb 12, 2026 at 11_17_53 PM.png

Taylor Moretz

Director of Revenue Cycle and Utilization Management

Caitlin Delahanty

HR and Operations Manager

Jen Fuge

Columbia Scheduler and Morning Front Desk

Cari

Columbia- Early Learner Clinic Senior

Anya

Columbia- School Readiness Clinic Senior

Emy

Columbia- School Readiness Clinic Senior

Mrs. Betty

Columbia Clinic Support Assistant

Ms. Leasa

Columbia Afternoon Arts Program and Afternoon Front Desk

Columbia- Clinical Support Team

Operational Leadership Team

Clinical Team

Our team of Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) have completed extensive education, supervision, & training in the field of applied behavior analysis. They continue to seek out continuing education on the latest and most effective interventions & strategies. Our BCBAs attend state conferences, additional trainings & collaborate with other providers to ensure a generalization & maintenance of program implementation is at the forefront of services.

Columbia Clinic and School Leadership, Student Mentorship Program Coordinator

Annemarie Telleri, BCBA

Columbia Clinic Leadership, Skill Based Treatment Program Supervisor

Michelle King, BCBA

Columbia Clinic and Community

Melanie Blackwell, BCBA

Columbia Clinic Peers Program Coordinator

Marisa Ahtonen, BCBA

Certified PEERS Instructor

Columbia Clinic

Stephanie Drake, BCBA

Columbia Clinic Afterschool Program

Taryn Rowe, PHD, BCBA

Columbia Clinic and School

Kelsey Kendall, BCBA

Columbia Clinic

Zelna Leeming, BCBA

Columbia and Mooresville Clinic and Telehealth Supervisor

Sophie Pinneke, BCBA, NCLBA

Mooresville Clinic Director

Stefanie Doucette, BCBA, NCLBA, CTP

Screenshot 2026-02-12 at 10.51.30 PM.png

Mooresville - Assistant Director of Clinical Services

Teresa Carr, BCBA, NCLABA, CTP

Mooresville Clinic

Cynthia Burley, BCBA, NCLBA

Certified RBT Management Team!

Under the guidance of Beth Chaney, our Chief Clinical Officer, a team of 6 dedicated registered behavior technicians drive excellence in our staff, providing mentorship and support to behavior technicians and fostering a culture of continuous learning in ABA principles. From onboarding to ongoing developments, our training team empowers staff to deliver compassionate, trauma-responsive care, offering immersive training and specialized workshops that inspire growth and transformation at MKS!

Check out our Mentorship Program!

Discover who is participating in our mentorship program and their thoughts on MKS by clicking READ MORE.

Mighty Kidz Services LLC. EMPOWER. EDUCATE. ENHANCE

Meet our Executive Leadership

Chase Clifton Chief Operations Officer

Lindsay Schmelzel, MS., BCBA, ASDCS, CTP Founder, Chief Executive Officer

Beth Chaney, MA.,BCBA, CCTP Chief Clinical Officer