Ongoing staff training and the humility to acknowledge that there is always more to learn.
About Lighthouse Neurofeedback + Behavior Analysis
The concept of Lighthouse began when Adam Potter was practicing Applied Behavior Analysis in Lafayette, CO. He found that ABA was limited in its ability to help clients with PTSD. He incorporated relaxation training into his behavioral work, with significant success. However, he found that some clients with intellectual disabilities had trouble learning relaxation techniques. In his search to resolve that barrier, he discovered biofeedback, which made it possible to teach relaxation without relying on verbal explanations. In the process of learning biofeedback, he discovered Neurofeedback. The benefit he personally received from that inspired him to get more training and also explore the world of Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation. In 2014, he began working with children using ABA, Neurofeedback, and NIBS. This allowed him to help his clients improve in ways that ABA alone often fell short. He started Lighthouse Neurofeedback and Behavior Analysis in 2016 in Colorado. Over time, Lighthouse began offering psychotherapy, family therapy, social work, and play therapy. The focus of treatment expanded to include the family unit for pediatric therapy. This was based on the recognition that the child’s growth often hinged on the health of the family system. By helping the family to function more optimally, the child’s healing and growth was more assured.

Our Team
P. Adam Potter, BCN, BCBA
Clinical Director, CEO, and Founder
Adam Potter’s career path began with the treatment of severe mental illness in acute outpatient settings. He was introduced to Behavior Analysis after being hired at a facility that supported adults with developmental disabilities and mental illness. The challenges and limits of behavior therapy in working with this dually diagnosed population motivated him to seek out more efficient ways of helping his clients cope with their mental health symptoms which led improved behavior and adaption to everyday life through behavior therapy. He began his biofeedback training in 2012, not long before taking a job as a behavior analyst working with young elementary school children in Maine. Having found that so many children made unexpected gains with the combined approach, he moved back to Colorado and started Lighthouse Neurofeedback and Behavior Analysis.
Adam has several interests that have served him in his ability to help his clients. One of the most important is mediation, which he was first taught when he was 14 years-old by his martial arts teacher. His martial arts training helped him to become comfortable and compassionate with children and adults who engaged in dangerous behaviors, allowing him to serve clients that many other therapists regarded as being too dangerous to work with.
Adam’s work in the fields of psychology, mediation, martial arts, behaviorism, psychophysiology, and education gives him a more inclusive and holistic perspective on helping people. He believes that all perspectives on a problem are valid and can lead to solutions. He avoids perspectives on clients that attempt to see them from only one theory’s view.
In creating Lighthouse, Adam wants to combine solutions for each client to achieve the outcomes that families want and that will lead to the greatest quality of life both now and in the future.
Francesca Ortega
Practice Manager
Francesca brings a wealth of experience in neurodevelopmental therapy and operational management to Lighthouse Therapeutics. With a strong educational background, holding a Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience and Psychology from the University of Colorado Boulder, Francesca combines scientific insight with a passion for helping individuals and families impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other neurodevelopmental disorders.
Prior to joining Lighthouse, Francesca held a pivotal role as Regional Program Director at ACEing Autism in Los Angeles, where they led the expansion of tennis programs for children with ASD, overseeing a dedicated team and cultivating strong community partnerships. In addition, Francesca has worked in various therapeutic roles, including as a Therapeutic Care Specialist at Equinox Counseling and Wellness, providing tailored support for youth, teens, and young adults, and as a Behavioral Technician at Autism Behavioral and Educational Consulting. They have hands-on experience in applied behavior analysis, working closely with clients and families to create individualized interventions that promote positive outcomes.
As Practice Manager at Lighthouse, Francesca is excited to leverage their expertise in program development and team leadership to support the clinic’s mission of providing innovative and compassionate care. With a focus on operational efficiency, patient satisfaction, and maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice, they aim to foster a collaborative environment that enhances the lives of individuals and families served by Lighthouse.
Outside of work, Francessca is an avid skier and hiker, finding inspiration and balance in the beauty of Colorado’s mountains and nature.
Monique Burnsed
Director of Revenue Cycle Management
Monique began her journey with Lighthouse as a Registered Behavior Therapist. She has 12+ years of experience as a nanny and working with young children. She received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Colorado Christian University in 2013 with the goal of receiving her Masters degree in Clinical Counseling. She has volunteered her time as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for neglected and abused children and has experience with adults with intellectual disabilities. Monique has a passion for helping children reach developmental milestones and discover independence through ABA.
Monique now supports clients and staff as the full-time billing manager for Lighthouse.
In her free time Monique enjoys playing card games, discovering new coffee shops, doing group fitness activities, and she is very busy with her two young children.
Dani McKay, RBT
Utilization Specialist
Dani was born and raised in Nebraska and received her BA in Elementary Education K-5 from the University of Nebraska - Kearney. During her years at the university, she worked as a Program Manager for the ARC of Buffalo County, and Independent Service Provider for the NE DHHS. Through Dani’s time as Program Manager, she developed several programs for adults with disabilities in the community including fishing club, swim club, ARC at the Y, and bowling club.
Since moving to Colorado, Dani has worked with both children and adults with disabilities through respite care, providing companionship and teaching coping skills to the individuals she works with. Dani is passionate about working with children and making a lasting impact on their lives.
When not at work, Dani enjoys reading and spending time in the mountains on trails with her dog, Dexter!
Patricia Kostoff, MA, BCBA
Director of Behavior Services
Patricia has always been highly reinforced by helping those around her. During her undergrad, she interned at the Center for People with Disabilities, facilitating groups for the blind and visually impaired. She earned her BA in Human Services from MSU Denver in 2014 and continued to volunteer at CPWD while working for a local Biofeedback clinic.
In 2018, Patricia encountered the wonderful world of ABA at Lighthouse Behavior Services. After working as a Registered Behavior Technician for 2 years, she earned her MA from Ball State University in 2019. She has experience working with a variety of special needs including ASD, Down syndrome, Global Developmental Delay, blind/visual impairments and more. She is passionate about involving families and other caregivers throughout the therapeutic process so the child and family can achieve optimal success via ABA. She enjoys working directly with children and loves watching her clients play, grow, learn new things, tolerate new or difficult tasks, and achieve their full potential.
Patricia spends her free time hanging out with her pet birds and her partner.
Heather Huber, MEd, BCBA
Associate Director of Early Intervention
Heather Huber is a dedicated Board Certified Behavior Analyst and early intervention specialist with 20 years of teaching experience across public and private schools, as well as home and community settings. Her passion lies in empowering individuals to navigate their environments confidently through skill-building in a fun and meaningful manner. Heather's commitment extends to supporting families of individuals with disabilities by modeling effective behavior management strategies and imparting essential skills that serve as stepping stones for more complex tasks. Renowned for her expertise in expanding integral play skills in child development, Heather emphasizes communication, social-emotional development, and developmentally appropriate learning in her approach.
Heather Huber, is not only dedicated to her professional endeavors but also finds immense joy in her personal life. Married for 22 years to Chris and blessed with five children, Heather cherishes every moment with her family, especially during their travels. Outside of work and family time, Heather indulges in her passions for reading, gardening, and basking in the sunshine while relaxing in her hammock. When not in her beloved Colorado, she can often be found poolside in Arizona, embracing the warmth and serenity of the desert landscape.
Luke Bigosinski, RBT
Intern
Luke is originally from New Jersey and is pursuing a degree in psychology. He has been working close with children since high school as a private and group swim instructor. In free time loves to ski and other outdoor activities, as well as spending quality time with friends and family.
Montana Spring, RBT
Intern
For Montana’s whole life she has always wanted to help kids in one way or another. So, Montana went to college to get her bachelor’s degree in psychology so that she could achieve that goal. Once Montana graduated, she found the amazing world of ABA and have fallen in love with it. Montana is currently working towards getting my BCBA certification to continue her career in this amazing field and hoping to broaden her knowledge about ABA.
When not working, Montana loves going boating and enjoying the outside; Montana also LOVES roller skating and have two amazing puppies.
Nina Soriano, RBT
Associate Clinic Coordinator
Nina moved to Colorado in 2018 after completing her time in the military. She is currently pursuing her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Human Development at the University of Colorado in Denver. Nina entered the ABA field in 2022, but has always had a passion for working with kids. She plans to begin a Master’s program in ABA by Fall of 2025.
Nina enjoys spending time with her partner, dogs, and friends during her free time.
Kat Chisum, RBT
Associate Clinic Coordinator 2
Kat Chisum is a former camp counselor, and childcare professional transitioned into the field of ABA. Passionate about the arts and making friends, Kat takes a warm and personal approach to each client, and encourages them to engage in creatively enriching activities during their time in services. Kat is pursuing an RBT career through online education and supervised client sessions.
Taytiana Anderson, RBT
Skills Assessment Coordinator
Taytiana is currently working toward becoming a BCBA. She is adopted along with several of her many brothers and sisters. She is the third oldest out of 10 siblings. She is a Certified Foster Care Helper.
Her hobbies include hanging out with family and friends and running. She currently is helping her parents with foster care and she enjoys working with kids. Three of her siblings have autism and she gets along with them very well.
Noelle Hernandez, RBT
Noelle was born and raised in Colorado and has a degree in social work. She has almost 10 cumulative years of work in childcare. Noelle has been a private nanny, worked in an infant classroom, and most recently became an RBT in 2022. Noelle has worked with clients aged 6 months to 13 years old and have enjoyed each of the kids she has worked with. Noelle is passionate about sharing and celebrating milestones and achievements with and for the clients she works with and making therapy lots of fun.
When not working, Noelle will be home with her family, watching Nuggets basketball, or spending time with her closest friends.
Jianli Shi, MA, RBT
Senior NeuroBehavioral Technician
Jianli obtained her Master’s degree in Medicine from Shanghai Second Medical University in China in 2003. With over 7 years of clinical experience, she specializes in conducting comprehensive intake assessments and delivering personalized individual, family, and group therapy sessions.
Jianli's expertise spans a broad spectrum, focusing on conditions such as ASD, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, learning disorders, Anxiety, and other Developmental Delay. She approaches therapy with a holistic mindset, drawing from diverse modalities. Firmly believing in the power of personalized interventions to address the unique needs of each individual, she aims to foster resilience and achieve positive outcomes. Jianli's commitment to psychotherapy reflects not just a career but a genuine passion for guiding individuals through their mental health and developmental journeys, promoting a sense of well-being and growth.
Jianli is fluent in both Mandarin and English. A proud resident of Colorado for over 14 years, she is deeply connected to the community she serves. Beyond her professional endeavors, she finds joy in the rhythm of dancing, the creativity of cooking, and the serenity of exploring the natural world.
Kara Minear, RBT
Kara has spent the last 10 years volunteering and working closely with children as well as adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In middle school, she volunteered for Miracle League, a program that provides opportunities for children with disabilities to play baseball. In high school, she taught adult special education programs at the University of Texas.
She is currently attending the University of Colorado Boulder and is majoring in psychology with a minor in education. Most recently, she has found her passion for working with children diagnosed with ASD, obtaining her RBT certificate in the summer of 2023.
Kara was born and raised in San Diego, California, and has lived in Boulder since fall of 2021. She spends her free time enjoying the outdoors, playing video games, and being with friends, her partner, and her two Persian cats.
Elly Gross, RBT
Social Skills Coordinator
Elly has always had a passion for working with youth, having a wide scope of experience. After earning her BS in Human Development and Family Studies at Colorado State University in 2022, Elly moved abroad to teach English alongside of working in childcare.
When not working, Elly’s days are spent with friends, trying new things, and being outside.
Sofia Giannone, RBT
Sofia was born and raised in Colorado. She just received her bachelor’s degree in psychology at the University of Colorado at Boulder. Sofia has been working with children for about 8 years now, from working as a camp counselor to working as a student teacher at an afterschool program. Sofia absolutely loves teaching and helping children in any way that she can and seeing their progress over time.
A few things Sofia loves to do in her free time are go paddle boarding, spend time with her friends, and painting.
Micah O’Leary, RBT
Micah graduated with a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and a Bachelor of Arts in Ethnic Studies from Colorado State University. Micah has lived most of his life in the Rocky Mountain West (Wyoming, Utah, Colorado) and have worked in various roles with individuals with developmental disabilities since moving to Fort Collins in 2014.
Before joining Lighthouse Behavior Services, Micah worked as a day program coordinator, where he tailored community and social activities to meet the unique needs and goals of individuals with developmental disabilities. Afterward, Micah became a host home provider, offering adult foster care in a supported living environment. This role involved collaborating with clients’ broader support networks and teams to develop and document progress on Individual Service and Support Plans (ISSPs). Micah’s background has provided him with valuable insight into working directly with clients both at home and in the community, and he is passionate about supporting children and their families around their individualized behavioral needs.
When not working, Micah enjoys playing music and video games, traveling, and spending time running, hiking, and camping with his dog, Elly.
Nahid “Nadi” Rabbaniparsa, LPCC, RBT
Child Psychotherapist
Nadi has recently relocated to the United States after completing her master's degree in educational psychology. Her passion for working with children and helping them reach their full potential is truly inspiring. Nadi firmly believes that patience, empathy, and a positive outlook are invaluable tools for fostering growth and development in young minds.
Nadi is fluent in both Persian (Farsi) and English.
Alex Wegman, RBT
Alex is originally from St. Louis MO and moved to Colorado back in 2023. Since moving to Colorado, Alex has worked as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in day programs as well as working with individuals out in the community. Alex is passionate about helping individuals learn skills that lead to more independence in the future.
In his free time Alex enjoys playing board games, going on hikes, skiing, whitewater rafting, and playing ultimate frisbee.
Alexandria Moffett, Behavior Technician
Alexandria is from originally from Kansas City and is pursuing a degree in Biological Sciences with a concentration in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior. She's spent many of her teenage and adult years babysitting neighbors and has developed a passion for helping neurodiverse children. Most recently, Alexandria has been introduced to the world of ABA therapy and plans to pursue a career in the field.
Outside of her academic and professional work, Alexandria enjoys going to the gym, reading, listening to music, and attending concerts.
Raeann Mosqueda, Behavior Technician
Raeann holds a degree in Social Work and is set to begin her studies to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in May. She has been working with children since her college years, gaining experience in a variety of settings. Raeann is passionate about supporting children's growth and development and looks forward to expanding her expertise in the field.
Outside of work, Raeann enjoys reading, drinking tea, solving puzzles, and paddleboarding with her dogs.
Cheyanne Folk, Behavior Technician
Cheyanne is originally from New Mexico. She received her Bachelors in Psychology at West Texas A&M University. She is exploring ABA Therapy. She love’s to work with children and help them to explore themselves.
Outside of academics, she like to go on trips. Cheyanne loves to read, explore photography, and listen to music.
Courtney Pierce, Behavior Technician
Originally from Austin, Texas, Courtney is brand new to Colorado. She earned her degree in Photography with a minor in Psychology from St. Edward's University. In addition to photography, Courtney has a background in caregiving, having worked as a nanny for special needs children and participated in Best Buddies during her university years.
When she's not behind the lens, Courtney enjoys hiking with her dogs, exploring the outdoors, and discovering new restaurants.
Akelah Jara, Behavior Technician
Akelah Graduated with a bachelor's degree in counseling with an emphasis in addiction, chemical dependency, and substance abuse from Grand Canyon University in 2023. During her undergrad program, she became an RBT providing in-home and center-based sessions for three years. She fell in love with ABA and decided to go to grad school to become a BCBA. She believes that working in ABA is the most rewarding job anyone can get. Her clients become like family and she will do everything she can to advocate for them.
She is passionate about having a gentle approach when working with clients and strongly believes that without trust, there will be no progress made. She takes the time to build rapport with all of her clients, ensuring they can feel safe and comfortable when working with her.
Akelah is also a mom of two kids and engaged to be married summer of 2025. When she has free time, she enjoys going on adventures with her family. Even though she was born and raised in Colorado, she can always find new and exciting things to do. If it involves being outdoors, she is all for it!