Meet Our Team

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Founder

Autism Parent

Lisha Gillespie

A Better Approach, LLC was founded by Lisha Gillespie in 2017. At the time,  having a 7-year daughter with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, and 5 years of intense therapy under her belt, many obstacles, challenges, and hardships were faced.

Alexsha Vann

Regional Director, BCBA, LBA-Tx

Midlothian, Richardson, Frisco

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Alexsha Vann has dedicated her career to improving the lives of others. While obtaining her Bachelors in Psychology at the University of Houston-Downtown, Alexsha acted as the curriculum coordinator for a reputable early childhood center.

Taylor Moreno

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BCBA, LBA-Tx

Midlothian & Richardson

Taylor Moreno is a dedicated professional in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), with a strong academic foundation and hands-on experience. Taylor earned a Bachelors degree in Psychology from Stephen F. Austin State University in 2020, where a passion for understanding human behavior began to take shape.

Lauren Hughes

BCBA

Lauren Hughes is a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) who provides services at the Frisco clinic. She began her career in public education, serving as a self-contained special education teacher for five years, where she developed and implemented individualized education plans (IEPs), conducted functional behavior assessments (FBAs), and supported students with diverse learning needs.

Elizabeth Binef

BCaBA

Elizabeth discovered her passion for Applied Behavior Analysis while earning her undergraduate degree in Psychology at the University of Florida from 2019 to 2022, where she completed a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis.

Jennifer Ramirez

Office Manager

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Jennifer Ramirez serves as the Office Manager at A Better Approach, where she plays a key role in supporting daily operations and ensuring a positive experience for both families and staff. She began her journey with the organization in October 2020, working part-time under the leadership of Lisha Gillespie while simultaneously working in a high school setting.

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