Meet the team
Welcome to Kidz Venture's family, we are a group of passionate, qualified, and diverse staff members who are dedicated to providing the best experience possible for your child and the entire family.
Zainab is a Supervising Behaviour Consultant listed on the Registry of Autism Service Providers (RASP) under the Autism Funding Unit of the Ministry of Children and Family Development. She holds a Graduate Certificate in Applied Behaviour Analysis and an Advanced Certificate in Disability and Applied Behaviour Analysis (DABA).
Coming from an academic background, Zainab earned a Master of Arts, a BA (Honors) in Sociology, an Advanced Certification in Psychology, and is a certified Early Childhood Educator. After 16 years of professional experience as a Marketing Specialist, she transitioned her career to focus on supporting children and families with diverse neurodivergent conditions.
Zainab has extensive experience working with children ranging from 2.5 to 16 years old, bringing both professional expertise and a compassionate approach to her work.
With over 15 years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis, Sumaia has built a distinguished career supporting children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder and developmental disabilities through evidence-based, culturally responsive practice. Her work spans direct service, clinical leadership, and organizational management, with specialization in assessments, individualized behaviour planning, and data-driven decision making. She is strongly committed to family-centered care and maintaining the highest standards of service delivery. Beyond her clinical and administrative responsibilities, Sumaia is a dedicated supervisor and mentor to emerging practitioners. She is also expanding her contributions to research, teaching, and professional dissemination, most recently presenting at the 2025 ABAI Conference in Portugal.
Joanna is Board Certified Behaviour Analyst who has completed her Master of Education in Applied Behaviour Analysis from University of British Columbia. She is also a Registry of Autism Service Providers (RASP) under the Autism Funding Unit of the Ministry of Children and Family Development.
Jenn is a Behaviour Consultant Trainee who has been supporting children with developmental and learning disabilities since 2018. Over the years, her passion has grown to include working with teenagers and adults, with a strong commitment to bridging the gap in meaningful support for neurodivergent individuals beyond childhood. She holds a Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis from St. Cloud State University and is currently pursuing certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Sherry has been working as a Behaviour Interventionist since 2022 and holds a Diploma in Disability and Applied Behaviour Analysis (DABA) from Douglas College. She is passionate about building strong, trusting relationships with children and their families and believes in the power of learning through play. Sherry’s goal is to support each child’s growth using positive, evidence-based strategies that make learning both fun and meaningful.
Sienna is currently a student at Simon Fraser University in the Faculty of Education, pursuing a Bachelor of General Studies with an interest in psychology. She is passionate about working with young children to create a positive and supportive learning environment. She is dedicated to providing every child with the tools and encouragement they need to succeed throughout their educational journey.
Danielle is a Junior Behaviour Consultant and a Senior Behaviour Interventionist working towards her BCBA certification. She is currently completing her graduate degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis at Ball State University. Danielle earned her undergraduate degree from the University of British Columbia, majoring in Psychology with a minor in Special Education.
With over four years of experience working with children and teenagers aged 2 to 17 with autism and other learning differences, Danielle has had the opportunity to collaborate closely with BCBAs and other professionals. Her strong field experience and genuine dedication allow her to build meaningful connections with children and families as she supports them in achieving their goals.
Kimia is currently a psychology student at SFU with a passion for supporting children’s growth. She believes in nurturing independence and problem-solving skills through play, guiding each child on their unique learning journey. A strong advocate for hands-on, playful learning, Kimia brings both dedication and a genuine love for working with children.
Kanan is an energetic Behaviour Interventionist with more than two years of experience supporting children ages 3 to 9 through individualized ABA programs. She loves helping children grow by teaching communication, social skills, and independence in fun, engaging ways. While completing her Psychology degree, Kanan continues to deepen her understanding of behaviour science and evidence-based practice. She hopes to become a Child Psychologist and keep making meaningful, strength-based contributions to children and their families.
Bonnie is a Behaviour Interventionist currently working toward her Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) credential through Capilano University. She brings extensive experience supporting neurodivergent adults and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Sarah is a Behaviour Interventionist with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She is passionate about supporting individuals through evidence-based, compassionate practices and is working toward pursuing a Master’s degree in Counselling. Sarah brings a thoughtful, client-centred approach to her work and is committed to ongoing professional growth.
Sofia is a multilingual Behavioural Interventionist completing her bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience at the University of British Columbia. With over six years of experience working with youth in various settings such as day camps, daycare, tutoring and one-on-one support, she prides herself in providing a safe and welcoming space for every child. She has ample experience working with neurodivergent children and is excited to see what this role can teach her and how she can help those around her. Upon graduation, she plans to pursue a Masters of Neuroscience to further advance the field of behavioural psychology. In doing so, she hopes to widen the scope of behavioural research, build stronger clinical pathways and foster equity and inclusion for neurodivergent youth.
Zarina holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Certificate in Forensic Studies from Simon Fraser University. With over a year of experience as a Behavioural Interventionist working with children ages 3 to 14, she brings a thoughtful and dedicated approach to every session. Zarina is committed to supporting each child’s growth through evidence-based, individualized practices, ensuring they receive the guidance and encouragement they need to thrive.
Anna is a Teacher, Behaviour Interventionist, and Educational Assistant with the Langley School District. She supports students’ academic, social, and emotional development using individualized, strengths-based approaches. Anna has experience collaboratively working with educators and multidisciplinary support teams to create inclusive, structured learning environments where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to succeed.
Patrick is a Behaviour Interventionist currently studying Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology at Simon Fraser University. He brings extensive experience in tutoring and academic support, allowing him to integrate structured learning strategies with individualized behavioural support. Patrick is passionate about helping individuals build confidence, skills, and independence through a supportive, evidence-based approach.
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