Melina Thomas, M.A., LBA, BCBA
🕊️ Founder & Clinical Director
Peace of Mind ABA was founded by Melina Thomas, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst whose connection to the field began more than 30 years ago. After raising four children, Melina returned to clinical work and progressed from direct-care roles to becoming a BCBA, bringing both professional expertise and a parent’s perspective to the families she serves.
Melina is especially passionate about communication, caregiver education, and helping children build greater independence in everyday life. As Clinical Director, she also mentors developing clinicians and is committed to creating a practice where families feel heard, supported, and actively involved in their child’s progress.
Ashley Kennedy
Director of Operations & Family Services
Ashley is an experienced paralegal and business manager with many years of experience supporting clients through complex legal and business matters. Clients describe her as friendly, responsive, and supportive, with a talent for making complicated matters easy to understand.
At Peace of Mind, Ashley plays an essential role in supporting families from their very first interaction with our team. As a primary point of contact for parents, she assists with scheduling, communication, administrative needs, and helping families navigate the process of getting started with services. She understands that finding the right support for a child can sometimes feel overwhelming and works to make the process as clear, organized, and stress-free as possible.
Known for her warmth, attention to detail, and willingness to help, Ashley works closely with families and the Peace of Mind team to ensure questions are answered, communication remains clear, and families feel welcomed and supported every step of the way.
✦ Our Clinical Team
The People Behind Your Child’s Progress
Our team combines deep clinical expertise with genuine care for every child and family we serve.
Dana Nedelcu, M.A., BCBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst · Psychotherapist · UKSBA Member
Dana is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and trained psychotherapist with a background in behavioral science and cognitive behavioral therapy. She uses evidence-based, individualized approaches to support communication, independence, emotional regulation, and meaningful behavior change. Dana values collaboration with families and clinical teams and is committed to providing compassionate care that reflects each child’s individual strengths, needs, and goals.
Credentials & Memberships
Nicolette Navarro, M.A., LBA, BCBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst · Director of Parent Training & Family Support
Nicolette is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with nearly 20 years of experience supporting children and families across clinic, school, and home-based settings. With a strong focus on communication and language development, she is especially passionate about parent education and caregiver training. Nicolette works collaboratively with families to provide practical strategies that build confidence, strengthen skills, and support meaningful progress beyond therapy sessions.
Credentials & Memberships
Why Families Trust Peace of Mind ABA
Choosing the right provider for your child is one of the most important decisions a family can make. Here is what sets us apart.
Individualized to Your Child
Services are tailored to meet each child’s unique needs, focusing on meaningful goals that promote communication, independence, social skills, and daily living abilities.
True Family Partnership
A key part of our approach is partnering closely with parents and caregivers. We strongly believe that families should be taught the same strategies our therapists use.
Evidence-Based & Ethical
We are committed to practicing Applied Behavior Analysis in an ethical, responsible, and evidence-based manner, following professional standards at every step.
Home-Based Convenience
Therapy comes to you — in the most natural environment for children to learn. Home-based services help children generalize skills faster and more effectively.
Clear Communication
Regular updates, parent training sessions, and transparent progress reporting keep every family informed, confident, and actively involved in their child’s growth.
Long-Term Progress
Our goal is not only to support the child, but to provide families with the confidence, knowledge, and peace of mind that comes from knowing they have a dedicated team.
✦ Ready to Begin?
Let’s Talk About Your Child
We’re here to answer every question and guide you through every step. There’s no obligation — just a warm, honest conversation about how we can help.