Kathryn is the Center Director at BACA’s West Lafayette Learning Center. She earned her undergraduate degree in speech and hearing sciences from Purdue University and completed her master’s degree in applied behavior analysis (ABA) at Ball State University. Kathryn became a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) in 2016 and has over a decade of experience in ABA.

Prior to joining BACA in 2025, Kathryn began her career with Cornerstone Autism Center in 2014. In her current role as Center Director, she oversees the day-to-day operations of the center while providing clinical leadership to a team of BCBAs and registered behavior technicians (RBTs).

Kathryn is passionate about developing strong clinical teams through supportive supervision, practical training, and ongoing coaching. She’s known for her collaborative approach, problem-solving mindset, and ability to navigate complex situations with both staff and families.

Kathryn is especially motivated by seeing both clients and staff grow—whether that’s a child gaining independence in a new skill or a clinician building confidence in their role.

“I’m committed to providing high-quality, individualized care for children on the autism spectrum while fostering a positive and growth-oriented environment for my team.”

Stacy Apraez is a senior clinical director for BACA, overseeing the state of Indiana. She holds a bachelor of science in psychology from the State University of New York College at Brockport and a master’s degree in applied behavior analysis from the Florida Institute of Technology. Stacy started her career in 1994 at the May Institute working in group homes. She joined Behavior Analysts, Inc. – STARS School in California in 1996. During her tenure, she worked as a consultant in home-based, public, and private school applied behavior analysis (ABA)/verbal behavior (VB) programs under the direction of Mark Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA-D, MaryAnn Powers Ph.D., BCBA-D, and James Partington Ph.D., BCBA-D. . Stacy later became the Training Division Manager, where she and her team presented a series of workshops throughout the US and Canada, geared for a range of audiences from parents to seasoned professionals. After relocating to Indianapolis in 2005, Stacy continued with Behavior Analysis, Inc. – STARS School as an instructor delivering web-based courses in ABA and VB. In 2006, Stacy began working at the Verbal Behavior Center for Autism to gain additional professional experience under the guidance of Carl Sundberg, Ph.D., BCBA-D. When Dr. Carl Sundberg and Devon Sundberg MA, BCBA founded the Behavior Analysis Center for Autism (BACA), Stacy joined as one of their original consultants. She became the first clinical director at BACA, eventually taking on the role of Director of Operations, which included oversight of all four BACA Locations. Stacy has presented at multiple conferences throughout her career, including Cal-ABA and WIBA. She joined the LEARN Behavioral team in 2021 as a Senior Clinical Director for BACA.

“My greatest satisfaction is seeing BACA employees, who initially joined “just to get a job,” grow to love behavior analysis and the clients we serve and eventually mentor others just entering the field.”