Our Staff
We are proud of our diverse team who is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children and their families. All of our mental health professionals have advanced and graduate degrees. We have 12 Board Certified Behavior Analysts® (BCBA) who maintain a hands-on approach with all of their clients. All of our mental health professionals are Licensed, LMHP’s, or credentialed by the VA Board of Counseling and are supervised by licensed clinicians.
Anne Stockbridge
Anne Stockbridge
M.A., B.S.N., R.N.
Executive Director
Anne Stockbridge has worked for many years as a medical-surgical, psychiatric, and community nurse. She is a licensed Registered Nurse with a bachelor’s degree in nursing from George Mason University and a master’s degree in counseling and psychological services from Marymount University.
Anne Stockbridge has worked for many years as a medical-surgical, psychiatric, and community nurse. She is a licensed Registered Nurse.
Anne Stockbridge, M.A., B.S.N., R.N.
Executive Director
Anne Stockbridge has worked for many years as a medical-surgical, psychiatric, and community nurse. She is a licensed Registered Nurse with a bachelor’s degree in nursing from George Mason University and a master’s degree in counseling and psychological services from Marymount University. Anne has worked as a mental health therapist, workshop presenter, and public speaker at The Women’s Center and The Center for Counseling and Development. After providing intensive in-home services as a counselor, supervisor, and director in Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William, and Arlington counties, Anne developed and currently manages Family Priority LLC, which provides intensive in-home counseling services to at-risk youth and their families and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders, intellectual disabilities, and other emotional /behavioral disorders.
Christine Clark
Christine Clark
M.S.W.
Regional Director
Christine received a master’s degree in social work from Virginia Commonwealth University and has more than 20 years of experience providing services to children and families. She began employment at Family Priority in 2003, first as an in-home counselor and later as a clinical supervisor.
Christine received a master’s degree in social work from Virginia Commonwealth University and has more than 20 years of experience.
Christine Clark, M.S.W.
Regional Director
Christine received a master’s degree in social work from Virginia Commonwealth University and has more than 20 years of experience providing services to children and families. She began employment at Family Priority in 2003, first as an in-home counselor and later as a clinical supervisor. In 2011, Christine was promoted to Regional Director of Family Priority’s Southeastern Virginia programs and opened an office in Williamsburg. As Regional Director, Christine’s focus is on the development of high-quality ABA and in-home mental services. She currently oversees a staff of 50 dedicated professionals who serve families in Hampton, Newport News, Williamsburg, and the Middle Peninsula.
Our Mental Health Staff
Brittany Smith
M.A., L.P.C.
Brittany Smith, M.A., L.P.C.
Brittany earned her bachelor’s degree from Wake Forest University and her master’s degree from Liberty University. She began working with Family Priority in 2021 after serving for two years as a Health Extension Agent in Senegal, West Africa with the Peace Corps. Brittany has been in the mental health field for over 15 years, working with children with Autism and at-risk youth. Prior to becoming the Clinical Director, Brittany served as an in-home staff and clinical supervisor. Brittany has a passion for serving youth and their families.
LaDrena Martin
M.S.W.
Supervisee in Social Work
LaDrena Martin, M.S.W.
SUPERVISEE IN SOCIAL WORK
LaDrena earned her bachelor’s degree and first master’s degree from Liberty University and went on to earn her second master’s degree in social work from Walden University. She began working with Family Priority in 2021 after retiring from the United States Army where she honorably served for 23 years. LaDrena has worked in the mental health field for over 5 years, working with adults and children with mental health challenges as well as at-risk youth. LaDrena currently serves as an in-home staff in the Williamsburg office and supervisor for the Qualified Mental Health Professionals (QMHP) staff located at the Family Priority, LLC office in Fairfax, Virginia. LaDrena possesses a desire for serving adolescent and their families who presents mental health challenges.
Vanessa Davidson
M.S.W.
Supervisee in Social Work
Vanessa, M.S.W.
SUPERVISEE IN SOCIAL WORK
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OUR APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS STAFF
Adriana Young
M.Ed, B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
Adriana Young, M.ED, B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
Adriana joined Family Priority LLC in September 2013. She earned her bachelor’s degree in education and her master’s degree in special education while studying abroad in Spain. She received her certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from George Mason University and earned her Board Certification in Behavior Analysis in 2009. Adriana has worked with individuals with autism, physical disabilities, and intellectual disabilities since 2000. She has provided services to individuals and their families in a variety of settings including residential programs, homes, and schools. Adriana received most of her training at Ivymount School in Rockville, Md., where she worked for almost 10 years, receiving her training in ABA and teaching in both the Autism Program and the Multiple Learning Needs Program. Since moving to Richmond with her husband, Adriana has worked in Chesterfield County, heading up the SOL Autism classroom in one of the elementary schools and as the Clinical Director for the Dominion School for Autism and Spiritos School. In addition to talking about ABA and her experiences in the field, she also enjoys talking about her two beautiful sons.
Casey Bethay
B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
Casey Bethay, B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
After completing her undergraduate in psychology at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, Casey returned home to Boston where she worked for 5 years at a residential and day school while completing her graduate studies in ABA through Northeastern University. While there, Casey for the great fortune to learn from many of the best in the field and attained her BCBA in January 2013. She then moved back to Baltimore to work at a non-public school in the
greater D.C. metro area, working with young adults preparing to transition away from the level of services provided to individuals through their early 20s. Both of these previous positions provided Casey with a wide variety of experiences allowing her the chance to grow skills in supporting individuals while ultimately aiming for independence and emotional well-being. While living in Baltimore, Casey met her husband and the two ultimately moved to Richmond where she began working with Family Priority in July 2015. Casey has had the opportunity to work with many wonderful children and families during her time with Family Priority and finds great happiness in seeing the growth in each of the individuals and families she has served. Outside of work, Casey enjoys spending her time with her husband and their two young boys- no time for hobbies, but plenty of fun!
Christy Owen
B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
Christy Owen, B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
Christy joined Family Priority’s Richmond office in November 2015 A board-certified and licensed assistant Behavior Analyst, Christy completed her coursework with the Florida Institute of Technology. Additionally, she is a master’s level teacher, holding licenses in the state of Virginia, both in elementary education and intellectual disabilities, adapted curriculum. Prior to starting at Family Priority, Christy worked as program director at Commonwealth Autism’s special day school for learners with autism, as well as for Richmond City Public Schools and St. Joseph’s Villa, where she worked as a special education teacher. Originally from Newport News, Virginia, Christy has lived in Richmond for many years. She is married with one son and a very spoiled dog! She enjoys gardening, camping, reading, and yoga.
Jenna Garrett
M.Ed., B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
Jenna Garrett, M.ED., B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
Jenna graduated from Vanguard University with a bachelor’s degree in psychology in 2001, which led to her teaching independent living skills to adults with developmental disabilities. She fell in love with the population and decided to go to Chapman University in order to pursue a master’s degree in special education. She spent a total of four years teaching special education to students varying in age from 6 to 21 years old. As a special education teacher, Jenna taught some students who had autism, and their ABA therapists would occasionally come to school to work with them. She observed their strategies, as well as the positive relationships they developed with the children’s families, and thought it looked rewarding. When she moved to Virginia, she began working as an ABA tutor and found that it was the greatest job of all time! She began working as a behavior assistant for Family Priority in 2012, then began taking courses through the Florida Institute of Technology to become a BCBA. She found out that she passed the BCBA exam on Christmas Day 2014, which was the best Christmas present she’s ever received. She has been a BCBA at Family Priority since January 2015. In her free time, she enjoys reading, going to ODU basketball games, going to the gym, and spending time with her husband and son.
Samantha Zitzelberger
B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
Samantha Zitzelberger, B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
Samantha earned her bachelor’s degree from Stony Brook University and her master’s degree from George Mason University. She is originally from New York, where she worked as a teaching assistant to children diagnosed with autism and developmental disabilities. In 2013, Samantha moved to Virginia and soon after began working at Family Priority. She obtained her ABA certificate participating in the Family Priority cohort through George Mason and earned her BCBA. Throughout her eight-plus years in the field, Samantha has worked with clients aged 3-21 years old and is currently providing in-home behavior services through the Williamsburg office of Family Priority.
Marneicia Branch
M.Ed., B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
Marneicia Branch, M.ED., B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
Marneicia earned her bachelor’s degree from Old Dominion University, and her master’s degree from Liberty University, both in Special Education. Marneicia has worked with local school systems as a Special Educator since 2007 and has experience as a special education teacher at the elementary, middle, and high school levels. In addition, she was employed as an Early Head Start teacher with Child Development Resources LLC, in Williamsburg, Va. Marneicia is experienced in working with individuals with autism, physical disabilities, and intellectual disabilities, she received her certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from the Florida Institute of Technology. She joined Family Priority in June 2019 and is currently working as a BCBA through the Williamsburg office.
Cory Steiger
M.Ed., B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
Cory Steiger, M.ED., B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
Cory earned his bachelor’s degree from Christopher Newport University and his master’s degree from Endicott College. He began working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis as an RBT with the Center for Autism and Related Disorders in 2018 before joining Family Priority as a behavior assistant in 2019. He became certified as a BCBA in December 2021 and has been practicing since. Cory has worked with clients ages 3-18 and is passionate about language acquisition, parent training, and collaborating with care providers. Cory is a part-time drama teacher at Centerstage Academy of Performing Arts in Yorktown where he teaches theatre classes and directs musical productions. In his free time, he enjoys performing in community theatre, making watercolor art, and traveling.
Magdalena Weeks
M.S., B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
Magdalena Weeks, M.S., B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
Magdalena earned her Bachelor’s degree and her Master’s degree in clinical psychology from Gothenburg University, Sweden. In her native country of Sweden, she became licensed as a Clinical Psychologist in 2003, working with children and teenagers with developmental disabilities and autism at a children’s habilitation center. In 2006, after her move to the United States, she started working at a behavioral health clinic in Cleveland, OH. At this clinic her work mainly focused on children on the autism spectrum, conducting diagnostic assessments in the private clinic setting and at school, teaching social skills groups, teaching ABA-based parent and teacher workshops, as well as providing school consultations and attending IEP planning meetings. Magdalena joined the team at Family Priority in 2017, obtained her ABA certificate coursework through the Florida Institute of Technology (FIT), and subsequently earned her BCBA certification. Magdalena has experience working with clients aged 2-18 years old and has a passion for early verbal communication. She is currently providing in-home behavior services through the Fairfax office of Family Priority.
Carrie Glover
M.Ed., B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
Carrie Glover, M.ED., B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
Carrie Glover graduated from Vanderbilt University in 2015 with a master’s degree in Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis. She worked as a BCBA at New Horizons Professional ABA services for six years and has been at Family Priority as the ABA Director for the Chantilly office for just over a year. Her favorite part of her job is helping children with autism achieve greater independence and self-confidence. In her free time, she likes to take trips with her family, volunteer at the animal shelter, cook, and garden.
Rachel Silva
M.Ed., B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
Rachel Silva, M.ED., B.C.B.A., L.B.A.
In 2018, Rachel graduated from Christopher Newport University with her bachelor’s degree. In 2019, she entered the field of applied behavior analysis (ABA) while working as a Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT), providing both clinical and in-home behavior intervention services for peninsula-based families. In 2020, she joined Family Priority, LLC, where she completed her supervised independent fieldwork hours required for Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) certification. In 2021, she graduated from George Mason University with a master’s degree in special education and an ABA specialization. Upon graduating, she passed the BCBA exam and obtained her Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) certification. She enjoys the personability and prioritization of client-centric care afforded by providing in-home ABA services, as well as the opportunities for collaboration and continuity of care with her clients’ other professional providers. She is originally from Hampton Roads, where she currently resides with her family and 2 mischievous beagles. In her personal life, she enjoys attending concerts and trivia nights, as well as exploring/walking trails.
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