ABOUT
Get to Know EVOLVE
and Our Philosophy
OUR MISSION
“The only way out of a lifestyle dictated by problem behaviors is to teach skills.”
-Gregory Hanley Ph.D., BCBA-D
We want to reduce your stress, fear, and worry for the future. By using ABA therapy in the naturalistic setting, our mission is to teach skills and reduce severe problem behaviors to improve social interactions and quality of life for the client and the family. By applying the principles of ABA into day to day living and interactions, we teach emotional regulation, social skills, communication, and ways to reduce those challenging behaviors.
Hello.
CHANTAL STEELE
M. Ed.
BCBA
Chantal is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst and licensed Special Education teacher. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Sociology and Spanish from Colorado Mesa University in 2010. She received her Master’s Degree in Special Education from Regis University in 2019 and her certificate in Applied Behavioral Analysis in 2020. She loves traveling to far away places and enjoys meeting new people and experiencing different cultures! Chantal is fluent in Spanish and enjoys conversing with people from Spanish speaking countries all over the world! Chantal's passion is helping children reach their full potential through Applied Behavior Analysis. She has a special interest in functional communication training and using reinforcement of successive approximations to shape new behaviors and skills.
RACHEL FRANKE
MS
BCBA
Rachel is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Colorado Mesa University in 2018. She earned her Master's Degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Applied Behavioral Analysis from Capella University in 2020. She has worked as a Special Education teacher at a middle school in Mesa County. Rachel loves the experience she was able to get on the school side of behaviors. She loves being able to meet new people and bring the passion she has towards making a difference in a family's life. Rachel's friendliness, knowledge, and patience shines through while working with each client through Applied Behavioral Analysis therapy. She has a special interest in working through major problem behavior reduction by teaching communication skills and being able to give parents the tools they need to create a positive future and environment.
Rachel is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Colorado Mesa University in 2018. She earned her Master's Degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Applied Behavioral Analysis from Capella University in 2020. She has worked as a Special Education teacher at a middle school in Mesa County. Rachel loves the experience she was able to get on the school side of behaviors. She loves being able to meet new people and bring the passion she has towards making a difference in a family's life. Rachel's friendliness, knowledge, and patience shines through while working with each client through Applied Behavioral Analysis therapy. She has a special interest in working through major problem behavior reduction by teaching communication skills and being able to give parents the tools they need to create a positive future and environment.
HANNAH SEARCY
BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
Hannah Searcy is a Behavior Technician at Evolve! Hannah’s goal is to become a Registered Behavior Technician. Hannah is currently pursuing a degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology at Colorado Mesa University. Hannah loves working with children and watching them grow and learn! Hannah’s hobbies include puzzles, painting, and enjoying time with her cats. Hannah enjoys spending time with family and friends and loves being an aunt! Hannah is fun and creative! Hannah helps children access their calm when frustrations run high. Hannah is great at making sure children feel heard and valued.
ASHLEY PREUSS
BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
B.S.
Ashley is a Behavioral Technician and is currently working towards her RBT certification. She graduated from the University of the Southwest in 2018 with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. She has always been passionate about mentoring youth and helping them work towards their goals. Ashley also works for her brother’s business, Colorado, which she loves to see continuously succeed. Ashley was born and raised in Grand Junction, Colorado. She loves spending time with family, friends and playing volleyball.
Rachel is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Colorado Mesa University in 2018. She earned her Master's Degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Applied Behavioral Analysis from Capella University in 2020. She has worked as a Special Education teacher at a middle school in Mesa County. Rachel loves the experience she was able to get on the school side of behaviors. She loves being able to meet new people and bring the passion she has towards making a difference in a family's life. Rachel's friendliness, knowledge, and patience shines through while working with each client through Applied Behavioral Analysis therapy. She has a special interest in working through major problem behavior reduction by teaching communication skills and being able to give parents the tools they need to create a positive future and environment.
SAM IRISH
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
Sam is a Registered Behavior Technician. She is currently taking classes at CMU to pursue her bachelor’s in Occupational Therapy and specializing in the NICU. Sam grew up on the front range in a big family and has 7 brothers and 2 sisters. She has worked as a CNA for 6 years and enjoys helping others achieve their full potential. Sam enjoys fishing, hiking and going to the gym. She loves hanging out with her family and spending time outside. Sam loves working with children and seeing them grow and succeed.
JEREMIAH WILSON
BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
Jeremiah Wilson is a Behavior Technician at Evolve! Jeremiah is a student athlete at Colorado Mesa University, from Eagle River, Alaska. Jeremiah came to Grand Junction in 2019 to pursue a degree in exercise science. After graduation he plans on attending Physical Therapy school! He wants to eventually become a Physical Therapist. Jeremiah is a member of the track and field team at Colorado Mesa University and competes as a short sprinter. Jeremiah values his education and family! He loves spending time with friends and his dog Bruno. He is very patient, caring and compassionate! He loves making everyone around him laugh and smile.
REILLY HALL
BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
Reilly is a Behavior Technician. She is a student athlete at Colorado Mesa University from Chugiak, Alaska. Reilly moved to Grand Junction in 2019 to pursue a degree in psychology and a minor in sociology. She is a member of the track and field team at Colorado Mesa, and competes as a long sprinter. Reilly also obtained her seal of biliteracy in 2019 in Spanish, and loves working with bilingual children. After college, she plans to go to graduate school and obtain a master's degree in sport psychology, obtain her therapist license, and one day open up her own practice and start a family. Reilly loves kids, running, reading, traveling, her dog Bruno and spending time with family and friends.
ISOBEL LATHAM
REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
Isobel is a Behavior Technician. She grew up in Ridgway, Colorado and moved back to Grand Junction recently after living in Kansas and Texas. She has a background in preschool and a passion for working with children. She is the loving mother of a five-year-old son. Her hobbies include hiking, cooking and spending time with her son.
Rachel is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. She received her Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Colorado Mesa University in 2018. She earned her Master's Degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Applied Behavioral Analysis from Capella University in 2020. She has worked as a Special Education teacher at a middle school in Mesa County. Rachel loves the experience she was able to get on the school side of behaviors. She loves being able to meet new people and bring the passion she has towards making a difference in a family's life. Rachel's friendliness, knowledge, and patience shines through while working with each client through Applied Behavioral Analysis therapy. She has a special interest in working through major problem behavior reduction by teaching communication skills and being able to give parents the tools they need to create a positive future and environment.
