OUR STORY
Brenn and Zan met in 2007 working at a school for children with autism. The two worked at the same companies from 2007-2014, when Zan left to pursue their own vision and mission for working with children in the autism community. Angela had recently received their MBA and together, Zan and Angela the founded Whole Child Behavioral Interventions, a new type of ABA company with the primary goal of providing behavioral intervention services for children and their families through a holistic approach, collaborating with others to improve overall outcomes.
Shortly after, Brenn ventured out and started her own company, Developmental Pathways. Both Brenn and Zan were working tirelessly to ensure they were providing high quality services and dedicated their practices to assuring as much access to care as they could each, individually, provide.
A few years after starting their own companies, Brenn and Zan began discussing the possibility of combining forces, The rest is history. Since 2018, Brenn, Zan, and Angela have been working together under the name Whole Child Behavioral Interventions. Brenn dissolved her company, Developmental Pathways and joined WCBI's mission to provide the best possible care to the autism community and provide access to services to as many children as possible.
Between them, they have 4 kids.
Shortly after, Brenn ventured out and started her own company, Developmental Pathways. Both Brenn and Zan were working tirelessly to ensure they were providing high quality services and dedicated their practices to assuring as much access to care as they could each, individually, provide.
A few years after starting their own companies, Brenn and Zan began discussing the possibility of combining forces, The rest is history. Since 2018, Brenn, Zan, and Angela have been working together under the name Whole Child Behavioral Interventions. Brenn dissolved her company, Developmental Pathways and joined WCBI's mission to provide the best possible care to the autism community and provide access to services to as many children as possible.
Between them, they have 4 kids.
OUR TEAM
Zan Derby-Wright, BCBA, LBA, LCSW , Owner
Zan has been working with children since they were 14 years old. They received their B.A. degree in Psychology from Smith College in 2006. They went on to receive a dual master's degree from UNC-CH in Social Work and Public Health. They worked as a behavioral tutor for 5.5 years before receiving their BCBA in 2012. In 2021, Zan became an LCSW- A and worked towards their required hours for full licensure as an LCSW. They enjoy working directly with children and families to make a meaningful difference in their lives.
Brenn Linens, BCBA, LBA, MEd, Owner
Brenn has been working with children with Autism since 2006.
Angela Derby-Wright, MBA, Owner
Angela work in Early Childhood Education for 12 years as a teacher and administrator. She holds a Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education and a Masters Degree in Business from Southern New Hampshire University. She is responsible for contracts, marketing, insurance filing, and billing. Angela enjoys managing the business side of Whole Child Behavioral Interventions, so that the Providers can focus on supporting families and children in this community. She enjoys spending time with family, hiking, and any water sports. Zan and Angela have twin 11 year old boys.
Michelle Bates Roy, BCBA, LBA, MEd.
Michelle began working with children on the autism spectrum in 2009. She received a dual B.A. degree in Psychology and Sociology from UNC-CH in 2009 and a M.A. degree in Special Education with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) from Ball State in 2013. Michelle worked as a Behavioral Technician (BT) for a couple of years before receiving her BCBA in 2014. Michelle joined Whole Child Behavioral in April of 2022. She works in the Jacksonville/Cherry Point area. She has three boys of her own, two of which are on the autism spectrum. Michelle loves having a dual perspective in the field, as a professional and parent. She is very passionate about working with and advocating for the children and families. Outside of work, you can find Michelle outdoors with her family or with her nose stuck in a book!
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