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Supporting Every Story.

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Mindful Directions

Mindful Directions Behavioral Health was founded to support each child’s unique journey through care that is client-first, progress-driven, evidence based, trauma-informed, and genuinely compassionate. At Mindful Directions, your child’s growth and your family’s well-being guide everything we do.

What is Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)?

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a science-backed therapy that focuses on understanding how children learn and interact with the world around them. Through positive reinforcement, structured teaching, and meaningful play, ABA helps children build communication, social skills, emotional regulation, and independence. ABA breaks big goals into small, achievable steps and celebrates progress along the way. Our goal is to support your child in developing the skills they need to thrive at home, at school, and in the community.

Our Services

ABA Evaluations / Behavior Consultations

An ABA evaluation is comprised of caregiver interviews and direct observations to help us understand how your child learns, communicates, and interacts with their environment. The results allow us to develop an individualized treatment plan tailored to your child’s unique strengths and needs.

Parent Training

Parent Training offers collaborative coaching sessions that teach caregivers how to support skill-building, encourage independence, and create consistent success for you and your family!

Direct ABA Treatment

Direct ABA services offer fun, structured, one-on-one sessions that help your child learn new skills, communicate more effectively, and confidently explore their environment.

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Meet the Team

Our two founders began their ABA journey together over 12 years ago and have grown through deep, meaningful experiences in the field. They bring diverse expertise and a collaborative, client-centered approach to every family they serve.

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Michelle Diaz, MS, BCBA

With over a decade of experience in ABA, Michelle has worked with individuals and families across a wide range of settings and backgrounds. She’s passionate about helping people build meaningful connections and develop essential social and interpersonal skills. Michelle loves supporting clients as they share their unique interests and hobbies with others while forming genuine friendships. She believes services should be fun, welcoming, and structured—creating a space where individuals can grow their confidence, strengthen social-emotional and life skills, and truly thrive.

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David Cabrera, MS, BCBA, LBA

With over a decade of ABA experience and a background in mental health counseling, David is committed to blending evidence-based ABA practices with meaningful emotional support. He is passionate about helping clients strengthen their emotional intelligence and develop healthy, lifelong coping skills. His approach supports both behavioral growth and overall emotional well-being

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