Big Goals. Big Growth. BIG Smiles.
At Smile BIG, we believe every child and adolescent deserves a therapy experience filled with joy, encouragement, and meaningful connection.
As a dedicated Behavior Intervention Group (B.I.G.), our mission is to provide compassionate ABA therapy designed to support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, and developmental or behavioral challenges. Through tailored support and meaningful growth, we help each child thrive within their unique environments.
We meet our clients exactly where they are, whether at home, in school, at daycare, or out in the community. By integrating ABA therapy into everyday life, we make learning a seamless and comfortable part of your child’s world. This approach supports the development of communication, social interaction, and adaptive life skills across the home, classroom, and community.
We believe meaningful skill development begins with individualized care.
A Partner in Your Family’s Journey
We are more than just a provider. We are a partner in your family’s journey. By focusing on smiles, play, and compassionate care while integrating evidence-based ABA interventions, we measure progress not only in data, but in the confidence and happiness of the children and families we serve.
Whether you are beginning your journey and exploring behavioral health services for the first time, or looking for a therapy approach that fits naturally into your daily routine, we design personalized plans tailored to your child’s needs and the environments where they spend their time.
By connecting learning to natural environments through fun, motivation, and skill development, we help children practice important skills where they live and learn, building confidence and helping them Smile BIG.
Our approach in action
- Play-Based Growth: We use your child’s natural interests to make sessions engaging, fun, and supportive of learning.
- Functional Communication: Supporting clients with the tools they need to express themselves clearly and confidently.
- Social and Life Skills: Building the foundation for meaningful friendships and independence in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
- Caregiver Coaching: We support the child and empower the family through guidance and collaboration.
Our Mission
Supporting meaningful growth, celebrating strengths, and creating opportunities for individuals and families to thrive.
The SMILE Philosophy
We believe every individual has strengths to build upon, motivations to discover, skills to learn, and potential waiting to unfold.
S — Strengths
Recognizing and building upon each individual’s strengths.
M — Motivation
Finding what inspires engagement and meaningful progress.
I — Independence
Building skills that support greater independence.
L — Learning
Making learning functional, meaningful, and individualized.
E — Empowerment
Supporting confidence, self-advocacy, and choice.
Meet Our Lead Behavior Analyst
Jacqueline Lopez
MS, BCBA
Jackie is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 10 years of experience in the field of behavior analysis, including more than 6 years practicing as a BCBA. She provides services supporting children, adolescents, and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and other developmental differences, as well as individuals facing behavioral and social-emotional challenges.