Positive Behavior Support Staff Members
Please note, all referrals should be made directly through the applications on our website for PBS Brainstorming, Person-Centered Planning, PBS Intensive Services, and Technical Assistance & Mentoring. The contact information provided below is for general questions for current clients. For questions about obtaining services, please email pbs@hsc.wvu.edu or call 855-558-4296.
All staff members can receive faxes at 877-706-4692.
Anastasia Riley, MBA, CBIS
PBS Program Manager
855-558-4296
aheasley@hsc.wvu.edu
Anastasia has over 20 years of experience working in the disability field. She has served as a behavior specialist for over 10 years and written well over 200 PBS plans throughout her career. She also has previous experience working with at risk youth and their families as a residential counselor. She completed internships in juvenile substance abuse treatment and as a probation officer. Anastasia holds a BA in psychology with a minor in sociology emphasis in crime and social control, as well as a master’s degree in Business Administration. Anastasia is also a certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS).
Cheryl Keeney, BA
Behavior Support Mentor
304-205-6425
cheryl.keeney@hsc.wvu.edu
Cheryl has a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Sociology from Concord College. She has 15 years of experience working in the field; 9 years working within I/DD Waiver, with seven of those years as a credentialed Behavior Support Professional. During that time, she worked on the development and implementation of over 75 positive behavior support plans to address and reduce the occurrences of serious challenging behaviors, enabling the focus individuals to continue to live within the community setting. Cheryl is a Triple P accredited provider.
Nicholas Larson, MA
Behavior Specialist
855-558-4296
nlarson1@hsc.wvu.edu
Nick received his Master’s in Psychology from Minnesota State University, where he conducted research on factors of child and family resilience to major stressful life events. He has worked as a resident manager at an emergency family homeless shelter, and as a student therapist in numerous child and family clinical settings. He is a certified provider of Triple P Standard Stepping Stones parent training. Nick has taught many professional trainings and has provided excellent PBS services to individuals throughout WV.
Jacqueline Loud, BS
Program Assistant
304-293-4692
Jacqueline.loud@hsc.wvu.edu
Jackie has a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Mississippi University for Women. She has 20 years of experience working in various office settings including university and corporate environments. She has created data programs as well as office flow plans for busy professionals.
Teresa has an extensive background in Education. She received her BS from Clarks Summit University and her Master’s degree in Teaching from Goucher College. Teresa has an active teaching certificate in Maryland. Her background in Special Education and providing specialized individual supports allows her to engage in the person-centered aspects of Positive Behavior Support with a high degree of fidelity. Teresa’s extensive clinical expertise in providing functional behavior assessments and positive behavior support plans in schools allows her to provide West Virginia families with knowledge and tips in increasing quality of life measures at home and in the community. She has additional experience in providing services to families in the home to best assist them with safety plans and a healthy lifestyle. Teresa also is a vocal advocate for equity in education.
Heather Merritt, MA
Curriculum Developer
304-293-4692
heather.merritt@hsc.wvu.edu
Heather has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Central Florida and a Master’s degree in Counseling Studies from Capella University. She has provided direct services in a variety of therapeutic settings including clinical, school, and home based for over 20 years. Heather has an impressive background in parent education as well as socialization training for individuals with IDD. Heather has extensive experience in coordinating large group services and training programs for professionals.
Brittney Reggetz, BA
Behavior Specialist
304-293-4692
brittney.reggetz@hsc.wvu.edu
Brittney received her BA in Psychology from Waynesburg University and is currently working on her MA at WVU in Clinical Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling. She has experience as a mental health provider and a Crisis Intervention Specialist in Pennsylvania. She has expertise in assessing family needs and connecting families to resources as well as crisis de-escalation.
Positive Behavior Support Program
855-558-4296
Fax: 877-706-4692
PBS@hsc.wvu.edu
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