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What Makes KSC Special see how we make KSC meet your professional goals. At The Kid SpOt Center, we're more than a workplace — we're a team driven by purpose, compassion, and a shared commitment to helping children reach their full potential. What sets us apart? Mission-Driven Work: Every day, our team makes a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families across Kentucky. Whether you're in therapy, administration, or support, your work matters here. Collaborative Culture: We believe in working together. Our multidisciplinary approach means professionals from different specialties come together to provide the best care — and learn from each other in the process. Supportive Environment: You’re never just a number here. From day one, you’ll feel welcomed, supported, and encouraged to grow both personally and professionally. Be a part of something bigger — where your skills support growth, hope, and lasting change for the children we serve.

Supported Employment Supported Employment Supported Employment at The Kid Spot Center helps individuals with disabilities find and maintain meaningful work through personalized, person-centered support. We focus on discovering each person’s strengths, interests, and goals to create fulfilling employment opportunities and long-term career success. Community Rehabilitation Program (CRP) For individuals who are “job ready” and have prior work experience, the CRP provides: Career Skills Review Job Search Assistance Job Retention Support Person-Centered Employment Plan This process helps identify a job seeker’s interests, skills, and support needs to develop a tailored employment plan that guides job development and placement. Job Placement Our Employment Specialists assist with resume writing, interview preparation, application submission, and researching employers to help job seekers confidently secure the right fit. On-the-Job Supports Once employed, individuals receive ongoing coaching and training to build job skills, develop natural workplace supports, and promote independence and success on the job. Get started with Supported Employment Services To process a referral contact our Michelle P. Waiver Clerk Mail janet.woodcox@thekidspotcenter.com Janet Woodcox 270-465-7768 ext. 100 Phone Hi, I am Janet! Click on my photo to send me an email!

Back What is ABA Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based discipline built on the science of learning and behavior. Simply put, the general goals of ABA are to: Decrease behaviors that are harmful or can affect learning. Increase behaviors that are desired. We do this by incorporating a variety of evidence-based strategies throughout our treatment sessions Evidence-based Strategies Reinforcement Increases the likelihood that a behavior will happen again. ABA uses individualized motivators (rewards) to increase the likelihood that desired behavior will happen again. Discrete trail training Teaching new skills by breaking them down into smaller discrete components. Natural environment teaching Uses an individual's natural environment to teach, develop and maintain new skills. Functional communication training Teaching meaningful and functional communication in a natural way that help individuals get their needs met on a daily basis (this may not be verbal; this could be through pictures cards, basic signs, etc.). Shaping Teaching a big task by teaching it first in small steps.

What is ABA? Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an evidence based discipline built on the science of learning and behavior. Simply put, the general goals of ABA are to: Decrease behaviors that are harmful or can affect learning. Increase behaviors that are desired. We do this by incorporating a variety of evidence-based strategies throughout our treatment sessions. Click the button below to learn more about treatment strategies. strategies Qualifications for service Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis Referral from doctor/pediatrician In network insurance Who provides ABA? In accordance with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board and Kentucky Applied Behavior Analysis Licensing Board, all ABA programs at The KSC are overseen by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and implemented by a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). What is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst ® (BCBA ® )? The Board Certified Behavior Analyst ® (BCBA ® ) is a graduate-level certification in behavior analysis. Professionals certified at the BCBA level are independent practitioners who provide behavior-analytic services. Responsibilities of the BCBA ● Complete the initial assessment, Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and Behavior Supports Plan (BSP) ● Provide ongoing supervision for the RBT providing ABA services and ensure correct implementation of each patient's behavior program ● Provide parent training, at minimum, 1x monthly ● Monitor and analyze data to ensure treatment effectiveness and validity What is a Registered Behavior Technician ® (RBT ® )? The Registered Behavior Technician ® (RBT ® ) is a paraprofessional certification in behavior analysis. RBTs assist in delivering behavior analysis services and practice under the direction and close supervision of an RBT Supervisor and/or an RBT Requirements Coordinator, who are responsible for all work RBTs perform. Responsibilities of the RBT ● Provide ABA services on a daily/weekly basis ● Consistently and accurately collect data towards patient treatment goals ● Report to the BCBA supervisor ● Communicate any parent concerns to the BCBA supervisor How much ABA will my child be scheduled for? The amount of ABA (dosage) recommended for your child will be determined by the supervising BCBA in the initial assessment. This recommendation will be based on parent reports and standardized scores from assessments completed prior to and during the initial assessment process. In general KSC has a minimum requirement of 6 hours per week (unless otherwise indicated by the supervising BCBA based on initial assessment data). In accordance with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB), The Kid SpOt Center recognizes two categories of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment: Focused and Comprehensive. What is my role as a parent/guardian? The KSC views caregivers as vital to their child’s progress. As children spend the majority of their daily lives with their caregivers, it is so important that those caregivers are involved in developing their child’s program, educated on strategies and interventions used during therapy, and trained in using these at home. Therefore, we ask that all caregivers commit to the following responsibilities: Consistent participation in implementing BSP and recommended strategies Collecting data to aid BCBA and RBT in monitoring progress Communicating with BCBA and RBT about any concerns with their child’s program or implementation of it Attendance of 1x/monthly caregiver trainings (at minimum) Consistent attendance of ABA appointments Potential benefits and risk of ABA Potential Benefits: Increased social skills Overall functionality within all settings Increased communication skills Increased independence in daily living/vocational skills Decreased behaviors such as self-injury, aggression, etc. Increased parent confidence and support in addressing problematic behaviors Generalization of skills to all environments Potential Risks: Costs: the costs associated with ABA therapy may be high, depending on insurance coverage and plans Duration of treatment: depending on presenting behaviors, age and severity, some patients may be in ABA therapy for a long amount of time Lack of carryover in other settings (home, school, secondary caregiver, etc.): may prolong ABA therapy or decrease its effectiveness Extinction bursts may occur: a temporary escalation in target behavior that was previously reinforced How long does ABA last? The Kid SpOt Center provides ABA services as long as is medically necessary as indicated by parent reports, behavior data and performance on standardized tests/assessments. Do we accept insurance? Yes! KSC accepts all insurances, both in-network & out of network. If your insurance is not listed call your local office for a benefits check to confirm if we are in network. Commercial Insurances Evalance Health (Formly Anthem) Humana Humana Military (Tricare) Cigna United HealthCare (Optum & UMR) Aetna CenterCare CareSource Marketplace (KY) Medicaid Insurances Medicaid WellCare of KY Aetna Better Health of KY Passport by Molina Healthcare Anthem Medicaid United Healthcare Community Plan Humana Medicaid Medicaid Michelle P Waiver (MPW) Indiana Medicaid (Louisville location ONLY) Third Party Insurances off of Main Commercial Insurances ChampVa (Tricare) Medi-Share Medi-Plus Lucent Health Health Scope Benefits Multi-Plan CHC Medical Plan Do we have a waitlist for services? Depending on the location and the services we likely have a waitlist. However, please reach out to your local KSC clinic to get information on how your child can be added to our waitlist. How to get your child set up for services. The intake process varies depending on the services. I would encourage you to reach out to your local KSC front office and they will be happy to step you through this process. Referral A child can be referred to KSC for ABA services by anyone. To be put on the ABA waitlist, KSC requires the following: -- Autism evaluation paperwork indicating a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder --Referral from your child’s doctor/pediatrician If your child does not have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, they will go on the Positive Behavior Supports (PBS) waitlist. PBS may be covered by EPSDT (Michelle P. Wavier). All other insurances/diagnoses can receive PBS as a self-pay service as PBS is not covered outside of EPSDT. As PBS is a self-pay service, there are no insurance/diagnoses requirements to qualify. A self-pay initial assessment can be completed to determine if PBS services would be beneficial for a child. ABA Waitlist Under most insurance plans, ABA is only covered for individuals with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, therefore, only individuals with this diagnosis can go on the ABA waitlist. If your child is on a waitlist to receive an evaluation for Autism Spectrum Disorder, your child can be placed on our Positive Behavior Supports waitlist, until they receive the report indicating a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. At that time, they will be moved to the ABA waitlist. Insurance Although the details of your insurance plan will dictate what coverage you have, The KSC is in network with the following insurance providers: Aetna Aetna Better Health of Kentucky Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Anthem Medicaid CenterCare Cigna Humana Humana Medicaid Passport Health Plan by Molina Healthcare Tricare/Humana Military United HealthCare United Healthcare Community Plan WellCare Benefits KSC will complete a benefits check prior to scheduling an evaluation in order to receive a quote from your insurance company/plan for expected fees for ABA. The Patient Advocate at your location will review the information from your insurance company/plan with you. *This is just a quote. Until KSC bills for services, there’s no way to know exactly what insurance will and will not cover. Initial Assessment Authorization and Scheduling KSC billing department will request authorization from your insurance company to complete an initial assessment. Once approved an initial assessment will be scheduled. All initial assessments are completed by a licensed Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Treatment Authorization and Scheduling After completion of the initial assessment, KSC billing department will request authorization from your insurance company for ongoing treatment services. The amount of time requested will be based on the data and information collected during the initial assessment process. Once approved, the Patient Service Coordinator at your location will contact you to schedule ongoing treatment services based on the recommendation provided by the supervising BCBA. *Due to the comprehensive nature of the initial assessment process, getting authorization and scheduling treatment could take between 1-4 weeks from the date of the initial assessment. ABA IS DEFINED BY THE 7 DIMENSIONS OF ABA Parent Resources The Studer Family Children's Hospital Autism Center: Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis Siskin Children's Institute: What is Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy? Autism Speaks: Parent's Guide to Applied Behavior Analysis for Autism Behavior Nation: ABA Therapy: Caregiver Training

Servicios de apoyo de comportamiento En caso de emergencia, por favor haga clic aquí. El enfoque de Kid SpOt para el cambio de comportamiento ... ¡EL FOCO DE TODO EL NIÑO! Consejería de salud mental La consejería es una guía y ayuda para tomar decisiones. Los consejeros ayudan a las personas a explorar y entender sus mundos y descubrir mejores formas de pensar y vivir. El asesoramiento a menudo conduce a resolver problemas de la vida o aprender nuevas habilidades. Nuestros asesores trabajan con la población pediátrica dirigida a niños y adolescentes en edad escolar. Los siguientes son algunos problemas o inquietudes que pueden abordarse a través del proceso de asesoramiento: Problemas de ajuste Enfado Ansiedad Trastornos por déficit de atención e hiperactividad. Problemas de comportamiento Preocupaciones de la imagen corporal Dolor crónico y enfermedades. Depresión Trastornos del desarrollo Divorcio Trastornos de la alimentación Problemas familiares Pena y perdida Impulsividad Trastornos del estado de ánimo Trastornos obsesivos compulsivos Alteración del sueño Social Trastornos por uso de sustancias Trauma Qué esperar de la consejería de The Kid SpOt Center: Experiencia: Nuestros asesores en The Kid SpOt Center son asociados clínicos con licencia en el estado de Kentucky. Nuestros terapeutas tienen capacitación en asesoramiento clínico, terapia matrimonial y familiar o trabajo social. Todas nuestras sesiones de asesoramiento comienzan con una reunión con los padres para determinar las necesidades y también con una evaluación y evaluación del niño. Nuestros asesores utilizan una variedad de métodos para ayudar a los niños con sus necesidades de asesoramiento, incluida la terapia familiar, la terapia cognitivo-conductual, el arte creativo y los enfoques basados en juegos, los enfoques centrados en la solución y mucho más. más. ¡Puede esperar que cada terapeuta empleado por el Centro de SpOt de Kid tenga el deseo de trabajar con los niños y un compromiso para ayudar a los niños a aprender, crecer y prosperar! Gestión de casos específicos ¿Qué es la gestión de casos específicos? En La gestión de casos dirigida es un servicio que está diseñado para ayudar a un niño y su familia a acceder a una variedad de recursos y servicios comunitarios que se identifican como necesidades en la vida de ese niño. Algunos de estos pueden incluir, pero no se limitan a: necesidades educativas, sociales, vocacionales, médicas y de vivienda. En ¿QUÉ HACEN LOS ADMINISTRADORES DE CASOS EN EL CENTRO DE KID SPOT? En Nuestros administradores de casos específicos trabajan con niños hasta la edad de 21 años. Nuestros administradores de casos son profesionales especialmente capacitados que ayudan a coordinar y vincular a las personas con recursos y servicios comunitarios. Algunos de estos recursos y servicios comunitarios con los que una persona puede estar vinculada incluyen: Necesidades educativas Necesidades sociales Necesidades vocacionales Transporte Asistencia medica Grupos comunitarios Asistencia para la vivienda Grupos de apoyo ¡Llame para recibir una evaluación de elegibilidad de administración de casos de uno de nuestros administradores de casos profesionales! Teléfono: 1-270-465-SPOT

Apoyos de vida en la comunidad Grupo de habilidades sociales Habilidades sociales es una experiencia interactiva basada en grupos para niños de 8 a 18 años. Las habilidades sociales utilizan un plan de estudios que se centra en las habilidades interpersonales y la autoconciencia. Específicamente, abordamos lo siguiente: En Hacer y mantener amistades Resolución del problema Regulación emocional Conciencia del lenguaje corporal Trabajo en equipo La resolución de conflictos Estrategias de autorregulación En Nuestro formato está diseñado para incluir discusión, juegos, instrucción y actividades divertidas. También tenemos varias excursiones cada año para practicar nuestras habilidades sociales en un entorno comunitario. Llame a nuestra ubicación más conveniente que figura a continuación para unirse a uno de nuestros grupos sociales. Apoyos de vida en la comunidad Community Living Support se ofrece a través de Michelle P. Waiver (MPW). Este servicio se enfoca en mover a los clientes a un estado de ser más funcional e independiente. CLS trabaja en una variedad de habilidades funcionales, sociales, académicas y de comportamiento. Los servicios de CLS son individualizados y las metas de tratamiento se desarrollan en función de las necesidades del niño. Trabajamos con clientes en una variedad de entornos comunitarios y brindamos los apoyos necesarios para garantizar el éxito en sus experiencias diarias dentro y fuera del entorno clínico. Este apoyo también proporciona transporte hacia y desde otros servicios de terapia.

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Community Support Services What is Community Support Service? This service can help your child with strategies and skills to increase their ability to live independently and access community resources. Comprehensive Community Support can promote inclusion, participation, independence, skill-building, and recovery from mental health disorders. Our role as a part of your team is to work with your child outside therapy sessions to focus on skill-building, support, and interventions that your child and your child's therapist have chosen to be on your treatment plan that will help you achieve your goals. Who is eligible to receive these services? Medicaid recipients who have a mental health disorder and need help with skill-building, crisis management skills and other behavior interventions outside of therapy sessions. Who provides Comprehensive Community Support? A community support Associate (CSA) is a member of your child's team who helps with the following components of Comprehensive Community Support services: Assists your child in using skills they learn in therapy sessions. Advocates for and assists your child in accessing and effectively using community resources. Assists in activities of daily living such as having medication routines, schedules, budgeting skills, etc. Assists in implementing emotion-regulation techniques learned in therapy Helps manage crisis situations by teaching crisis coping-skills Assists with developing or improving interpersonal skills…and more

Mental HEALTH SERVICES At The Kid SpOt Center, we believe counseling is a powerful tool to guide and support individuals in making positive decisions and overcoming challenges. Counselors help children and adolescents explore their world, better understand their experiences, and develop healthier ways of thinking and living. Counseling often leads to solving life’s problems, improving coping strategies, and acquiring new skills. We address a wide range of concerns, including: Adjustment problems Anger Anxiety Attention deficit and hyperactivity disorders (ADHD) Behavior problems Body image concerns Chronic pain and diseases Depression Developmental disorders Divorce Eating disorders Family problems Grief and loss Impulsiveness Mood disorders Obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD) Sleep disturbances Social difficulties Substance use disorders Trauma Variety of Therapeutic Approaches: Family therapy to strengthen relationships and improve communication. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to address thoughts and behaviors contributing to challenges. Creative art and game-based approaches to engage children in a fun and therapeutic way. Solution-focused approaches to help children and families work toward achievable goals.

Administrative support team Email Me Marice Close Marcie Close serves as Expense Manager for The Kid Spot Center, LLC since September 2019. Marcie has been a Certified Public Accountant for 30 years. Her previous employment includes working as a staff accountant with Wise, Lee & Bucker, PLLC in Campbellsville; Financial Analyst with the Office of Financial Management & Economic Analysis in Frankfort; Comptroller with Campbellsville University and Finance Officer for Taylor County Board of Education. Marcie is married to Mike Close, and they have one son Andy Close of Campbellsville. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and hanging out with her four grandchildren, whether it be sports or other outdoor activities. Marcie feels it is a privilege to work at a place that is centered on shaping children for their futures. ​ Expense Manager Email Me Marsha Herron Marsha graduated from the University of Campbellsville with a degree in Administrative Technology with an emphasis in Medical Administration. She started her trip with The Kid Spot Center in 2011. Marsha is married and has two children and loves to spend quality time with her family. Some of her favorite hobbies include camping, cooking and riding a motorcycle with her husband. Her passion is to help others, and she loves being able to do it through her position at The Kid Spot Center. In her role, she can help families and staff understand their insurance policies and help children get the services they need. ​ Contract & Credentialing Specialist Josie Johnson Josie is a wife and mom to one son. She loves to read and listen to true crime podcasts. She also enjoys hiking, kayaking and just being outside with her family. ​ Income Manager Email Me Email Me Rebecca H. Price LPCC-S, LCADC, TCM, ASDCS Rebecca Price graduated from Lindsey Wilson College in 2001 earning a Master's of Education in Counseling and Human Development with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. Rebecca is a National Board Certified Counselor, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor-Supervisor, a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and a Targeted Case Manager. She is also qualified as a DUI assessor for the State of Kentucky and a Prime for Life instructor. Rebecca is starting her fourth year with The Kid SpOt Center and her twentieth year of providing counseling services to children, adolescents, and adults in central Kentucky. Rebecca's areas of interest include holistic approaches to the treatment of mental health, treatment of substance use in adolescents, children of addicts, and victim's advocacy. ​ Clinic-Based Counseling and Targeted Case Management Services Director Tonya Grant Tonya has her Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services with over 20 years in Human Resources and has been with KSC since 2016. All of her years in Human Resources have been in the medical field including assisted living, residential treatment for children, hospital and out-patient treatment. She has a heart for building relationships with people and will always see the best in them. She is a natural leader, problem solver, and has the skills to make any project come together seamlessly. Outside of work, Tonya spends her time with her two children, crafts, and church service. ​ Human Resources Director Email Me Amber Kendall Amber received her Associate's degree in Social Work for ECTC and her Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Campbellsville University. Amber has been at the Kid SpOt Center since 2017 and loves being part of helping children achieve their goals and live their best lives. Outside of work Amber enjoys the outdoors, crafting, dancing, and spending time with her two kids. ​ Quality Assurance Manager & CLS Lead ​ ​ Email Me Billie Parker Billie Jo Parker has lived in Campbellsville most of her life. She has a wonderful husband and they have two daughters. Previously, she worked at Taylor County Elementary as a para-educator in kindergarten with the reading program. She enjoys watching children learn and grow. Billie has worked at The Kid Spot Center since October 2012 and is the Rehab Authorization Specialist in the finance department. ​ Rehab Authorization Specialist Email Me Macaela Hansford Macaela recently graduated from Campbellsville University with a BSBA emphasis in healthcare management. She plans to enroll in graduate school in August 21' to receive her MBA in healthcare management. She is excited to assist in the HR department and is blessed to be apart of the Kid SpOt Center team! ​ Marketing Manager/Hiring Coordinator Email Me Amber Abell Amber is from Campbellsville KY. She is married to her high school sweetheart, Jordan Abell; they have one son Silas Abell. They own a farm in Summersville KY. Amber enjoys spending time with her family and being outdoors! Amber has a passion for serving others and being the hands and feet of Jesus to those around her! ​ Human Resource Assistant Email Me Deanna Smith Deanna has lived in Campbellsville most of her life. Deanna and her husband, Johnny, have two children, Jayda and Colton. She has worked in the healthcare field for the last 12 years and is excited to expand her knowledge of insurance as an insurance collections specialist at The Kid SpOt Center. Deanna actively serves in her church, especially within their children's ministry. She also enjoys time spent with her family, attending concerts and music festivals, and softball games. ​ Insurance Collection Specialist Button Denee Mason Denee Clark has lived Campbellsville most of her life. Denee has 2 children of 12 and 10 years old. She attended Taylor County High School and Elizabethtown Community College, where she studied Business Administration. Denee previously worked in Customer Service for 16 years before starting at The Kid Spot Center in August 2016. She is currently the Behavior Authorization Specialist/Behavior Billing Specialist in the finance department. Denee enjoys working with others and looks forward to the future of The Kid Spot Center. ​ Behavior Authorization Specialist/Behavior Billing Specialist Email Me Janet Woodcox Janet has a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Campbellsville University with an emphasis in Accounting as well as a Master's Degree in Special Education. Janet was an Exceptional Education for the Taylor County School district for 6 years. She has been with The Kid SpOt since 2016. She has been married to her husband Tim for 29 years and they have four children and 3 grandchildren. Janet enjoys spending time with her family and friends, going to the beach and lake, and doing crafts. Email Me Michala Price Michala is the Rehab Billing Specialist of the Finance Department. Michala has been with The Kid SpOt Center since October 2016 and she loves working here. She has lived in Taylor County (Campbellsville) all her life. Michala is very strong in her faith and deeply loves her friends and family. She also has a passion for helping others and for the agricultural industry. ​ Rehab Billing Specialist Email Me Email Me Kylie Cox Kylie has a heart for all people and children which lead her to The Kid SpOt Center. She enjoys standing behind a company that she believes in everything they stand for and believe in. The kids smiling faces are one of her favorite parts of KSC. She has been married to her husband Kyle Cox for 10 years and they have three little boys together! She enjoys encouraging others to always be growing and learning. She enjoys doing life with her boys, family, and close friends. And believes that everyone is capable of making a difference in this world! ​ Accounts Payable Clerk/Public Relations Cory Wright Cory likes to spend time with his family, hunt and fish, paly guitar and sing. Contemporary praise and worship is his favorite music. ​ Maintenance Email Me

Equipo de servicios de asesoramiento escolar Tony Jewell, LPCC Tony Jewell has been a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor for 18 years. He spent little more than 30 years in public education, where he served as a teacher, counselor, deputy director and director. Tony completed his undergraduate work at Western Kentucky University and graduated with honors. He received his Master of Arts in Counseling Education and Counseling Psychology from the University of Western Michigan. He obtained his Rank I in counseling from Western Kentucky University and other studies at Eastern Kentucky University. Tony has been married for 30 years with his wife Robbyn. They have two daughters and one son and three grandchildren. ​ Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor ​ ​ ​ Jerri Nixon LPCA Jerri has been involved in mental health services for 6 years working with different age groups and populations. Graduated from Lindsey Wilson College in 2014 with a Bachelors Degree and MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2020 from University of the Cumberlands. She enjoys spending time with family and also spending time outdoors. Robin Fletcher, LPCC Robin graduated from Lindsey Wilson College with a Masters degree in Mental Health. She has been a Licensed Professional since 2002. Robin has spent most of her career working with children and adolescents! Robyn Netherland M. Ed., LPCA Robyn Netherland is a Licensed Professional Counseling Associate and a Clinical Trauma Certified Professional. Robyn obtained her Master of Education in Professional Counseling and Human Development. Robyn has worked in the mental health field in some aspects for more than 10 years. Robyn has worked for providers in a clinical setting and as a therapist for inpatient services. Robyn works with school officials, parents, court officials and DCBS to provide a collaborative approach to the most effective treatment. Robyn's areas of interest include cognitive behavioral therapy that treats mental health problems resulting from trauma, substance use, mood disorders, ADHD, autism, and adjustment disorders. ​ Licensed Professional Counseling Associate ​ ​ Courtney Thompson M.Ed, LPCA Courtney is a graduate of Lindsey Wilson College School of Professional Counseling. She has practiced school based therapy since 2019. Courtney has experience working with diverse populations. She is passionate about community involvement and bringing awareness to mental health. Courtney is also a mother and wife who enjoys reading, gardening and spending time with her family.

Executive Team Email Me Brandy Close Co-Owner I grew up in Campbellsville with my parents and twin brothers who are two years younger than me. I graduated from Taylor County High School. Early on I knew I wanted to do something to help kids. After some guidance in high school I realized that occupational therapy sounded like the perfect fit for me. I went on to school at EKU and was accepted into the occupational therapy program. I fell in love with OT and how hands on it was and how many amazing opportunities there would be for my career and how many different ways I could help others. After graduating with my bachelors in OT, I immediately went back to EKU and got my master’s degree in OT with an emphasis in pediatrics! I was so glad to be able to move back home where I was a school based occupational therapist for 8 years! Towards the end of the 7th year I began to feel like I needed to do something to reach kids on a different level. I wanted to be more involved with the family aspect of their therapy and be able to make a difference on a different level. Jen and I met while working at Taylor County schools. Both of us had the same desire to help kids on a different level. Once we realized this we knew that God had brought us together for this purpose and The Kid SpOt Center was born. I love The Kid SpOt Center and our mission to help children become as independent as possible. I love working with the families to make sure therapy is carried over in the home so the kids can get the most benefit. As The Kid SpOt has grown I really enjoy the community outreach we are able to do and how we have such an amazing staff that love kids and carry out the Kid SpOt's mission everyday. Email Me Jennifer Houk Co-Owner Hello! My name is Jennifer Houk and I am one of the co-owners of The Kid SpOt Center. I grew up in Summerville and graduated high school from Green County. I have one brother, Brandon and my parents are Marty Glanzer and Denise Glanzer. From a very young age, I knew that I wanted to work with kids. I babysat some very special families as an 8th grader through the rest of my high school career. Those families will always have a piece of my heart!! When choosing my career path, I knew that as a SLP I could work with kids and celebrate the most precious milestones with families, such as their first words, first bites of food, learning sign language, and so much more. It is truly one of the most rewarding careers! I received my Bachelor degree from Western Kentucky University in 2004 and obtained my Master's degree in Communication Disorders in 2006. When I look back on life experiences, college was a turning point in my life. I had the best group of friends I could have ever ask for, along with the best professors in the Speech program that I still love like family. After graduating with my Master's degree, I married my high school sweetheart, John. I have been married to John for 13 years; however, we have been together over 20 years (he was my high school sweetheart. John is employed at US Army Corp of Engineers as the Maintenance Supervisor at Green River Lake. We have 3 children, Skyler (12), Taylor (9), and Xander (2). Sky attends Taylor County Middle School and is in 7th grade. She loves volleyball, softball, and is quite the perfectionist in school. Sky has a very big heart and is one of the most compassionate kids I have ever met. Taylor attends Taylor County Intermediate school and is in 4th grade. She loves gymnastics, art, swimming, and is a social butterfly. Taylor keeps us on our toes and always knows how to make us smile! Xander is our sweet surprise later in life. He completed our family and God knew exactly what he was doing when he blessed us with this little boy. He loves to play outside, all farm animals, and his family! I am truly blessed with the best family and support system I could ever ask for. We live a very fast paced life supporting our kids and we wouldn't change one minute of it! Upon my college graduation, I worked at Taylor County school district where I met Brandy. Little did I know that she had the same passion and love to help kids, and we shared the same dream to open a clinic. Through much prayer, planning, and family support our dream became a reality! Email Me Amber Kendall Quality Assurance Manager & CLS Lead Amber received her Associate's degree in Social Work for ECTC and her Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Campbellsville University. Amber has been at the Kid SpOt Center since 2017 and loves being part of helping children achieve their goals and live their best lives. Outside of work Amber enjoys the outdoors, crafting, dancing, and spending time with her two kids. Email Me Erin Arnold Director of Positive Behavior Supports Erin has a Master's degree in Social Work from Campbellsville University. She is a Certified Social Worker who is currently working to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She has worked for The Kid SpOt Center since July 2016 as a Metal Health Therapist and Positive Behavior Support Specialist. She has previously worked as a child and family therapist. She has received training in behavioral analytic services and cognitive behavioral therapy about trauma. Email Me Marcie Close Expense Manager ​ Marcie Close serves as Expense Manager for The Kid Spot Center, LLC since September 2019. Marcie has been a Certified Public Accountant for 30 years. Her previous employment includes working as a staff accountant with Wise, Lee & Bucker, PLLC in Campbellsville; Financial Analyst with the Office of Financial Management & Economic Analysis in Frankfort; Comptroller with Campbellsville University and Finance Officer for Taylor County Board of Education. Marcie is married to Mike Close, and they have one son Andy Close of Campbellsville. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and hanging out with her four grandchildren, whether it be sports or other outdoor activities. Marcie feels it is a privilege to work at a place that is centered on shaping children for their futures. Email Me Marsha Herron Contract & Credentialing Specialist Marsha graduated from the University of Campbellsville with a degree in Administrative Technology with an emphasis in Medical Administration. She started her trip with The Kid Spot Center in 2011. Marsha is married and has two children and loves to spend quality time with her family. Some of her favorite hobbies include camping, cooking and riding a motorcycle with her husband. Her passion is to help others, and she loves being able to do it through her position at The Kid Spot Center. In her role, she can help families and staff understand their insurance policies and help children get the services they need Email Me Rebecca H. Price Clinic-Based Counseling and Targeted Case Management Services Director Rebecca Price graduated from Lindsey Wilson College in 2001 earning a Master's of Education in Counseling and Human Development with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. Rebecca is a National Board Certified Counselor, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor-Supervisor, a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and a Targeted Case Manager. She is also qualified as a DUI assessor for the State of Kentucky and a Prime for Life instructor. Rebecca is starting her fourth year with The Kid SpOt Center and her twentieth year of providing counseling services to children, adolescents, and adults in central Kentucky. Rebecca's areas of interest include holistic approaches to the treatment of mental health, treatment of substance use in adolescents, children of addicts, and victim's advocacy. Email Me Tonya Grant Human Resources Director Tonya has her Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services with over 20 years in Human Resources and has been with KSC since 2016. All of her years in Human Resources have been in the medical field including assisted living, residential treatment for children, hospital and out-patient treatment. She has a heart for building relationships with people and will always see the best in them. She is a natural leader, problem solver, and has the skills to make any project come together seamlessly. Outside of work, Tonya spends her time with her two children, crafts, and church service. Email Me Kristie Railey Clinic Manager of Bowling Green/SLP Kristie received her Bachelor's and Master's degree in Communication Disorders from Western Kentucky University in 2006. She holds a Kentucky license and a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Association of Language and Speech Hearings. Kristie has focused her career on working with the pediatric population. She has worked with this population since graduation in 2006. Through this experience, Kristie has observed the growth that children can achieve when families participate in the communication process of their children. When she is not at work, Kristie enjoys spending time with her husband, Dayan, and her daughters Leah and Ellie, as well as, shopping on the internet and watching reality television! Email Me Jake Walker Lead Therapist BG Clinic/ SLP Jake Walker is a Speech and Language Pathologist employed at The Kid Spot Center since August 2017. Jake received his Bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies (emphasis in Health) from Western Kentucky University in 2014. Jake received his Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Murray State University in August 2017. He is licensed in Kentucky and is currently completing his Clinical Scholarship Year to obtain his Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Association of Speech and Language Hearings. Jake has been able to work with the pediatric population even before beginning his graduate studies. He believes that all children communicate, you just have to find out how. When Jake isn't providing therapy, he likes to go to the gym, spend time with his family and everything that involves outdoor activities. Email Me Lauren Jones Lead Therapist BG Clinic/ OT Lauren is an Occupational Therapist who started with The Kid SpOt Center in August 2015. She has a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Sciences and received her graduate degree in Occupational Therapy from Eastern Kentucky University in 2015. She is licensed by the Kentucky Licensing Board For Occupational Therapy and certified by the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy. Lauren is also certified in interactive metronome. She has also attended courses to develop and implement sensory diets and sensory integration evaluations and treatments. Email Me Stefanie Sidwell Clinic Manager at Campbellsville/PT Stefanie is a Physical Therapist and Manager of the Campbellsville clinic. She received her Bachelor's degree from the University of Transylvania in Exercise Sciences in 2008 and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of KY in 2011. Stefanie joined the Kid SpOt team in February 2013 with previous experience in First Steps (ages of birth-3). Stefanie has additional courses in several pediatric diagnoses and has attended several pediatric conferences. She loves helping children reach their full potential. In her free time, Stefanie enjoys water sports at Lake Cumberland, doing crafts or doing DIY, and spending time with her husband and two children. Email Me Samantha Giles Lead Therapist in Cville/OT Samantha Giles is an Occupational Therapist at the Kid SpOT Center. She attended the University of Kentucky and received her degree in Kinesiology. Samantha attended Spalding University, where she received her Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy. Samantha joined the Kid SpOt Center in October 2016. She has a passion for working with children and enjoys spending the day working with her children. Outside of work, Samantha likes to spend time with her family and friends, reading and watching movies. Email Me Tony Jewell Lead School Therapist in Campbellsville Tony Jewell has been a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor for 18 years. He spent little more than 30 years in public education, where he served as a teacher, counselor, deputy director and director. Tony completed his undergraduate work at Western Kentucky University and graduated with honors. He received his Master of Arts in Counseling Education and Counseling Psychology from the University of Western Michigan. He obtained his Rank I in counseling from Western Kentucky University and other studies at Eastern Kentucky University. Tony has been married for 30 years with his wife Robbyn. They have two daughters and one son and three grandchildren. Email Me Lynn Beard Clinic Manager of Elizabethtown/PBS Lynn Beard is a “PBSS” Positive Behavior Support Specialist/” RBT” Registered Behavior Technician at the Elizabethtown location at The Kid Spot Center. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and Master of Science in Exceptional Education Learning and Behaviors Disorders with Teacher Leadership endorsement. She began her career in the elementary school setting as an instructional assistant and teacher before joining the KSC team in April 2018. Lynn has been married for 24 years. She and her husband Bobby have two children, Kelsea 21 and Clayton 16 along with the love of our lives, 3 furry children- two boxers and miniature Yorkie!! They enjoy the outdoors especially hunting, fishing, kayaking, playing card and board games. Email Me Moriah Frederick Lead Therapist in Etown/SLP Moriah attended Western Kentucky University and earned a Master's degree in Speech and Language Pathology in 2017. Her dream has always been to work in a pediatric clinic that focuses on helping children with disabilities. She is more than excited to start her career here at The Kid SpOt Center. In her free time, she enjoys volunteering in the community and in the Special Olympics, doing missionary work, playing and watching sports, and spending time with her loved ones. The motto of her life is "see the light in others and treat them as if that were all you see". Email Me Allison Parrott Clinic Manager in Somerset/SLP Allison is a Speech-Language Pathologist from Somerset, KY. She graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with a Master's of Arts in Communication Disorders. Allison enjoys all things crafty, quirky, and fun! She has obtained a variety of clinical experiences evaluating and treating children across pediatric settings. Allison strives to create a fun, dynamic, and child-centered therapy environment. Somerset Clinic Email Me Kayla Henderson Clinic Manager in Olive Hill/RBT Kayla is a Registered Behavior Technician from Olive Hill, Kentucky. She currently has 15 years of experience working and serving families and children in the early childhood field. Kayla is currently working to obtain her registered behavior technician certification. She received her bachelor of arts in early childhood development from Morehead State University. She currently serves as a service coordinator for the first steps program. Kayla resides in Olive Hill with her husband and their four children, Hanna, Amelia, Jace and Jett. Kayla enjoys attending her children's sporting events and spending time with family and friends.