Lakemont Leadership

Senior SLP and social skills group director.

Programs Coordinator

Lanie earned her Bachelor's of Science degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences from the University of Washington in 2014. She has served children ages 3-18 in various capacities, always with the aim to encourage them to achieve their potential. Born and raised in the PNW, Lanie stayed true to her roots and is an avid fan of both coffee and local music. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, exploring new coffee shops, and cheering on the Seattle Kraken!

I worked as a Head Lifeguard for six years while completing school. After finishing school, I moved to Seattle from Austin, TX and am looking forward to exploring the local trails with my Shetland Sheepdog, Pippin.

Moved from California while chasing the greeny in the lush Seattle area! Hike, bike, ski, surf...live for anything outdoors in any season. I love catching frogs with my two daughters, trying my hand at Indian cuisine and am happy whenever I get to bed on-time.

I am an introverted nerd from Tennessee who loves her husband, books, and nature. I am passionate about environmental conservation, the foster care system and the kiddos in it, and various global humanitarian issues. You can usually find me during my time off hanging out with friends, trying something new, or backpacking with my husband.

I just moved to Seattle from DC, and am excited about all of the hikes nearby! I became a BCBA in February 2020, but started in the field as a toddler peer model for my brothers as they received ABA. I am passionate about ethical ABA, alternative communication, feeding support, and early intervention. I like to cook and read in my free time.

I have been working in the field of ABA since 2019 and fell in love with it! I was born in South Korea and moved to Washington when I was 10, where I have lived ever since. I graduated from Seattle Pacific University with a major in Special Education in 2020 and completed the ABA program at the University of Washington in 2023. I have a deep passion for making positive changes in individuals and believe that everyone deserves happiness. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling and trying new activities. I also love getting good food with friends and taking walks with my dog.

I have a dual bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Special Education and have experience teaching preschool through third grade. I received my master’s degree from Utah State University in special education and applied behavior analysis. I have been working in the field of ABA for fifteen years and have been a BCBA for six years.

I have experiences working with a variety of ages and diagnoses and specialize in working with early learners and with severe and crisis level behaviors. I enjoy coaching and mentoring others as they learn and grow in their careers. Outside of work, I enjoy time playing board games with my family, reading, baking, and attending musicals.

Hi! I just graduated back in June with my masters degree and am so excited to learn and grow outside of my identity as a student. I was born and raised in the Seattle area and enjoy spending time amidst the chaos of my family, my partners family, and their many associated pets. A true child at heart, you can often find me swinging, climbing things, or laying on the floor.

Growing up in a military family, I traveled around the U.S. every few years but did not have a permanent place I called home. As an adult, I have decided to call Washington my new home and am hoping it is somewhere I can stay for a long time! While pursuing my psychology degree, I was introduced to Applied Behavior Analysis and the rest is history. I enjoy getting to know each and every one of my clients and watching them grow in their knowledge and skillsets daily. In my free time, I enjoy creating artwork and exploring new places.

Behavior Technician

Behavior Technician

Behavior Technician

Behavior Technician

Behavior Technician

Behavior Technician

Behavior Technician

Behavior Technician

Behavior Technician

Behavior Technician

Erin Paavola, Ph.D., L.M.H.C. has professional counseling experience working with adults and children. Dr. Paavola  provides mental health counseling for children, teen, and adults with Autism, Anxiety, Depression, friendship issues. She helps children with emotional identification, learning coping skills, emotional regulation techniques, and communication skills so they can better navigate their current challenges and stressors as well as helping them for the future. Erin Paavola LMHC PhD utilizes telehealth play therapy interventions thru child friendly resources. She also provides talk therapy with children to help children learn about their emotions and thoughts. She aims to support the client’s mental health resiliency and social skills that can help with friendship issues, divorce, loss, anxiety, depression, impulse control problems, focus issues, conduct disorder, and stress. Erin takes a family systems approach when working with families by involving both the child and parents in the treatment process. She works with young adults and adults on issues such as (not limited to): depression, anxiety, stress, physical health issues, and relationships issues.

Pediatrician

Nurse Practitioner

Psychologist