Our Team
Jemana elsharkawi, B.A., M,ED, BCBA, CCTS-I
Brenda boyle, B.A., M.Sc., BCBA
Jemana elsharkawi, B.A., M,ED, BCBA, CCTS-I
Clinical Director | Behaviour Analyst
RASP Level A
Can offer services in French and Arabic (in a pinch).
Jemana holds a bachelor of art's degree in psychology and history from Simon Fraser University, a post undergraduate citation in disability and applied behaviour analysis from Douglas College, a Master's in Education from the University o
Clinical Director | Behaviour Analyst
RASP Level A
Can offer services in French and Arabic (in a pinch).
Jemana holds a bachelor of art's degree in psychology and history from Simon Fraser University, a post undergraduate citation in disability and applied behaviour analysis from Douglas College, a Master's in Education from the University of British Columbia and a certificate in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy from Laurier University.
As a certified SMiLE trainer, Jemana is especially interested in promoting literacy skills amongst children, youth and adults who have previously been deemed unable to learn to read. Jemana has completed specialised coursework in trauma and trauma informed services and is certified by Trauma Institute International as a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist Individual (CCTS-I).
Jemana's conference experiences include sitting on panels to discuss the impact disability has on the neurotypical sibling, presenting at the First Annual Canadian Social Thinking Conference in 2014 and co-conducting a two-day workshop for the Provincial Outreach Program for Autism and Related Disorders (POPARD) on SMiLE in 2018.
In her spare time, Jemana is an avid gardener, reader and knitter and enjoysspending time with her daughter, husband and two wiener dogs.
Areas Served: Nanaimo, Cowichan Valley, Parksville
As well as: Remote (online) Services
Currently accepting new clients
Magdalena Markiewicz B.A., M.Ed., BCBA
Brenda boyle, B.A., M.Sc., BCBA
Jemana elsharkawi, B.A., M,ED, BCBA, CCTS-I
Behaviour Analyst
RASP Level A
Can offer services in Polish.
Magda holds a bachelor of art's degree in geography from Simon Fraser University, and a Master's in Education in Special Education with a concentration in Autism and Developmental Disabilities from the University of British Columbia.
As a behaviour analyst, Magda enjoys teaching
Behaviour Analyst
RASP Level A
Can offer services in Polish.
Magda holds a bachelor of art's degree in geography from Simon Fraser University, and a Master's in Education in Special Education with a concentration in Autism and Developmental Disabilities from the University of British Columbia.
As a behaviour analyst, Magda enjoys teaching social language skills, supporting families and schools with challenging behaviours, and providing individuals with self advocacy, executive functioning and emotional regulation skills. Magda specializes in utilizing Precision Teaching and Direct Instruction for skill acquisition, and progress evaluation, and is a member of the Standard Celeration Society.
Magda has presented at the Association for Behaviour Analysis- International, at UBC and at learning centres across the mainland.
In her spare time Magda enjoys listening to the CBC, reading new to her e-books, travelling, camping and exploring trails and small towns on the west coast. Magda spends her time with her partner, daughter and mischievous dog, Edgar.
Areas Served: Nanaimo, Cowichan Valley, Parksville
Remote (online) Services
Currently accepting new clients
Brenda boyle, B.A., M.Sc., BCBA
Brenda boyle, B.A., M.Sc., BCBA
Brenda boyle, B.A., M.Sc., BCBA
Behaviour Analyst .
Retiring in September 2022
Brenda has a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Western Ontario as well as a Bachelor of Education from Nipissing University College and a professional British Columbia teaching certificate. Brenda also has a Master of Science in Special Education with an emphasis in Appli
Behaviour Analyst .
Retiring in September 2022
Brenda has a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Western Ontario as well as a Bachelor of Education from Nipissing University College and a professional British Columbia teaching certificate. Brenda also has a Master of Science in Special Education with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis from Montana State University.
As a teacher and behaviour analyst, Brenda has extensive experience supporting children learn a variety of academic and functional skills. Furthermore, as a behaviour analyst, Brenda has experience supporting children and youth in homes, schools and in other community facilities such as group homes.
Brenda has worked with children with special needs since 2005 and has experience supporting people with complex needs including ASD, FASD, ADHD, Down syndrome, brain injury, learning disabilities, and Fragile X.
In her free time, she enjoys the great outdoors and regularly walks the Westwood Lake trails with her poodle. She also enjoys just relaxing at home with her two teenage sons and husband.
Areas Served: Parksville, Nanaimo, Cowichan Valley
Remote (online) Services
GABRIELLA VALLILLEE, B.A., BCaBA
Shelly wadden, B.A., BCBA
Brenda boyle, B.A., M.Sc., BCBA
Behaviour Analyst
Gabriella has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Vancouver Island University and has completed advanced coursework in Applied Behaviour Analysis through Capilano University.
Gabriella works with a variety of learners with a variety of diagnoses ranging from the very young right through adulthood. Gabriella takes a play and eng
Behaviour Analyst
Gabriella has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Vancouver Island University and has completed advanced coursework in Applied Behaviour Analysis through Capilano University.
Gabriella works with a variety of learners with a variety of diagnoses ranging from the very young right through adulthood. Gabriella takes a play and engagement based approach to learning and loves to support people in developing meaningful connections with the world around them.
When she isn't collecting unusual jewelry, Gabriella enjoys travelling and exploring the beaches, parks and attractions on Vancouver Island alongside her family..
Areas Served: Nanaimo, Cowichan Valley, Parksville
As well as Remote (online) Services
Currently accepting new clients
Shelly wadden, B.A., BCBA
Shelly wadden, B.A., BCBA
Shelly wadden, B.A., BCBA
Behaviour Analyst
Shelly has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Thompson Rivers University in Psychology and a master's degree in Professional Education through Western University .
Shelly has worked in early intervention and with older children and youth supporting people with various needs. She is a creative consultant who focuses on building
Behaviour Analyst
Shelly has a Bachelor of Arts degree from Thompson Rivers University in Psychology and a master's degree in Professional Education through Western University .
Shelly has worked in early intervention and with older children and youth supporting people with various needs. She is a creative consultant who focuses on building capacity through the strengths of her clients. Shelly works part time with SSBC.
When Shelly isn't working she can be found developing her macrame skills in her home on the north island.
Areas Served: Woss, Port McNeill, Port Alice, Port Hardy
As well as Remote (online) Services
Not currently accepting new clients
TEss Spackman, B.Sc.
Shelly wadden, B.A., BCBA
Shelly wadden, B.A., BCBA
Senior Behaviour Interventionist / Junior Behaviour Consultant
On Maternity Leave
Tess Spackman has worked with children and adults with a variety of special needs since 2012. She completed her undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of Victoria. Tess is enrolled in a master's degree in Professional Education through We
Senior Behaviour Interventionist / Junior Behaviour Consultant
On Maternity Leave
Tess Spackman has worked with children and adults with a variety of special needs since 2012. She completed her undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of Victoria. Tess is enrolled in a master's degree in Professional Education through Western University with the long term goal of becoming a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA).
She has worked with children as young as two through to adolescence in a variety of settings, including preschools, learning centres, clients' homes as well as in the community. She has also worked with adults with special needs within a home support care setting.
When she isn't camping and exploring Vancouver Island with her fiancé, Tess enjoys yoga and arts and crafts.
Areas Served: Ladysmith, Nanaimo, Parksville