“I became a behavior analyst because I’m passionate about helping others build life skills that increase independence, strengthen relationships and allow them to participate more fully in the activities and communities that matter most to them. I believe that every person deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, and my goal is to provide compassionate, person-centered care that empowers clients and their families to achieve meaningful goals.”
Kendra’s clients can expect a warm, welcoming and nonjudgmental approach that honors unique strengths, preferences and priorities. Strong partnerships are foundational in creating a safe space to celebrate the small successes and navigate any challenges together. Kendra creates a safe therapy space and fosters strong partnerships with clients, caregivers and behavior technicians through open communication, continuous collaboration and shared-decision making!
Kendra utilizes the evidence-based principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to help her clients identify and achieve goals that are meaningful across the lifespan. Her clinical approach emphasizes comprehensive assessments, individualized treatment planning, continued progress monitoring, plan adaptation, and team collaboration. Together, these practices ensure that treatment is effective and continues to reflect the client’s needs.
Kendra is a licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) that joined Pine Rest in 2026. After she earned her bachelor’s degree in Biology from Aquinas College and her doctorate’s degree in Human Medicine from Michigan State University, she sought and received additional training and certification in Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of California, Santa Barbara.