Our Team
We Were All Children First
Our team is committed to helping children with autism thrive in a supportive and nurturing environment. We’re here to foster a fun, safe, and empowering environment for children with autism to shine.
Meghan Hodgins
MS Ed., BCBA, LBA
Founder/CEO/BCBA
Meghan earned her master’s degree in special education from Old Dominion University in 1996. After being a special education teacher in the city of Chesapeake for 18 years including starting the first class for elementary children with autism in the city, and parenting her own 2 children with autism, she decided she wanted to do more. After earning her certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from George Mason University in 2013 she became a BCBA. Shortly after she opened Children First ABA Clinic to serve area children and families. In her spare time she enjoys kayaking, camping with her family and spending time with her dogs.
Cameron LeClair
BCBA
Clinical Director
Cameron has earned his Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis at Capella University. He is greatly influenced by his mom who was a special education teacher and is a behavior analyst. He has worked in both school and clinic settings. Cameron enjoys going for hikes, camping, going for walks, and playing video games in his free time.
Ariel Weddle
BS, BCaBA, LABA
Assistant Behavior Analyst
Ariel received her Bachelors of Science in 2013 from Old Dominion University. She completed her Assistant Behavior Analyst Graduate Certificate in 2020 from Florida Institute of Technology. She has always had a strong drive and passion to help people. She has made a positive impact on many children’s lives at Children First ABA Clinic. She loves camping, gardening, biking and spending time with her 2 sons and friends and family.
Greyson Benton-Hart
Registered Behavior Technician
Grey was diagnosed with autism at the age of six and completed four years of ABA therapy. She likes to hang out with her cats and her hedgehog, play the guitar, and play video games. She’s excited about going back to school for her Masters in ABA.
Jessica Bentz
Behavior Analyst
Jessica proudly became a BCBA in February 2026. She has worked in the ABA field for 10+ years, impacting numerous children’s lives. In her free time she likes to do arts and crafts, garden, camp, travel, get together with friends, and hang out with her dog.
Antonia Fitz-Randolph
MA, BCBA, LBA
Behavior Analyst
Antonia became a BCBA in December 2024. In addition to working with wonderful autistic children on a daily basis, Antonia also has twin nephews with autism. She loves to spend time with family, watch movies and animés, garden, read, and play games.
Niya Batts
Registered Behavior Technician
Niya graduated in December 2024 with a Bachelor of Social Work degree from Norfolk State University. She has a close relationship with her autistic family member and has worked with children for years.. Her cousin helped her understand autism a little better. She likes to read, scrapbook, go to Yoga, & hang with her husband and son.
Taylor Nelius
Registered Behavior Technician
Clinical Intern
Taylor is a graduate of Texas A&M University with a Bachelor degree in Psychology (2024) and the University of North Texas with a Master degree in ABA (2026). She enjoyed working with adults with autism while at Texas A&M, helping them find a social group and learning independent skills. In her free time, Taylor enjoys reading books, eating popcorn and going to the beach.
Evie Baetz
Registered Behavior Technician
Evie is working to complete her Bachelor degree in Psychology. She grew up with a younger cousin who is diagnosed with autism, drawing her to the field of ABA. When she is not working on school work or with the wonderful children at the clinic, she enjoys spending time with her puppy, Obi-wan, watching movies and going to the beach.
Shelby Gregory
Office Manager
Shelby has an Associates Degree in Business Administration, majored in Accounting. Shelby sits at our front desk and helps keep our clinic running smoothly. Shelby’s youngest son was diagnosed with ASD when he was 5 years old. In her free time she loves to read, spend time with family, and go to the Outer Banks as much as possible.
Jennifer Perry
Registered Behavior Technician
Jenn is the master at Natural Environment Training. She excels in helping clients generalize skills. Jenn’s son has autism and becoming an RBT has really improved their quality of life. Jenn enjoys gardening, cooking, kayaking, crafting, and painting in her free time.
Caleigh Overton
Registered Behavior Technician
Caleigh was a nanny for a child on the spectrum for 3 years. Before then, she had several friends with autism between elementary and high school. Caleigh has ten years of experience in childcare (2015-present), 5 years volunteering with youth groups (2019-2024), and became a Registered Behavioral Technician in 2024. Caleigh enjoys being active outside, reading, solving crosswords, jigsaw puzzles, skateboarding and surfing. She also likes to hang out with her local family members, especially her adorable nephews & niece
Jennifer Roe Harris
Registered Behavior Technician
In 2008 Jennifer began working in AAS Early Childhood Education. In 2016 she received her RBT certification and has been working with children with autism since that time. Jennifer enriches our clinic with her leadership leading one of our social skills groups twice a week. She loves pop culture, music and traveling.
Erica Carwile
Data and Systems Manager
Erica is an integral part in the everyday running of the clinic. She received her Bachelors of Social Work in 1993. Erica is an expert in organizing data and building communication bridges between multiple organizations. She has adult identical twins who were diagnosed with autism in 3rd grade. Erica and her family can generally be found at Busch Gardens / Water Country or playing dominos and cards. She likes to craft and scrapbook her many pictures.
Carmen Parker
Registered Behavior Technician
Carmen became an RBT in 2021. She keeps us laughing, while delivering quality therapy. In her free time Carmen loves to go country line dancing – yeehaw. She earned her Bachelors of Science (Psychology) from ODU in 2024 and is continuing her education in hopes of becoming an Occupational Therapist.
Jalacia Robinson
Registered Behavior Analyst
Jalacia is a Psychology major in the Class of 2028. Outside of her studies, she enjoys singing, going on adventures, spending time with friends, and going to the gym. Her interest in this field began personally; she has family friends with autism, and her best friend’s niece also has autism.
Danielle Lamb
Registered Behavior Technician
Danielle is working to complete her degree in kinesiology with a concentration in Fitness and Wellness. She has enjoyed working with people of all ages with disabilities in school settings and group homes and is enjoying gaining the experience of the clinic setting. In her free time, Danielle
Tammy Forbes
Behavior Technician
Tammy holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, having graduated in 2018. Her experience includes working with individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). In her personal time, she enjoys watching television and cherishing moments with her son and the rest of her family.
Katelyn Woolf
Behavior Technician
Katleyn has experience working with adults with intellectual, mental health, and physical disabilities. She also has a nephew with autism. She is going to Old Dominion University for a bachelor’s in Recreational Therapy and will graduate in May of 2027. Outside of her studies, she enjoys thrifting and spending time with her boyfriend, family, and friends.