Leadership & Team

Haley Snow has worked in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis since 2016 and has served in several roles within the field, including a special education teacher, an RBT, a BCBA, and now serves as our ABA Trainer. Haley graduated from Samford University in 2016 with a Bachelors in Psychology and minor in Spanish and earned her Masters in Education from UAB in 2017. She was credentialed as a BCBA in 2019 and values continuing to grow and learn as the field evolves and considering the voices of autistic individuals and their families. Haley has a passion for serving others, both in the clinical setting and within the community, and finds joy in helping others in the field increase their confidence and skills within behavior analysis. She places a heavy emphasis on providing compassionate, individualized care to both the children we serve and the staff, and she strives to provide meaningful supervision and learning opportunities to aspiring behavior analysts. Haley has been married to her high school sweetheart, Michael, since 2017 and they have one daughter, Addie, and one cat named Fred Weasley. In her free time, she can typically be found playing with her daughter or with her nose in a book.

Necia Mathews joined Mitchell’s Place in 2007 and currently serves as a supervisor of ABA therapy for the Early Learning Program. Necia received her bachelor’s from Auburn University. Her credentials include a certification as a Board-Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) received in 2014 and a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) received in 2019.Necia’s favorite part of working at Mitchell’s Place is watching the children grow and learn!

Hannah Schneider got her start at Mitchell’s Place in 2019 as an assistant teacher in the Early Learning Program. In the preschool department, she was introduced to Applied Behavior Analysis and quickly knew she wanted to continue to build her career in this field. She soon transitioned into an RBT position working in the Teach Me department for 2 years. She gained experience through working as an RBT sub where she had the opportunity to work with multiple kids across departments in Mitchell’s Place. She is so excited to currently hold the role as the Focused ABA Program Director. Hannah received her B.S. in Psychology from the University of Alabama at Birmingham in 2017 and she received her M.A. in Comprehensive Exceptional Student Education specializing in Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of West Florida in 2022. She became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and a Licensed Behavior Analyst in the state of Alabama in 2022. Hannah’s favorite part about Mitchell’s Place is interacting with the kids, seeing their progress, and collaborating with the Mitchell’s Place team and the client’s parents!

Ashley Waltz joined Mitchell’s Place in 2020 and currently serves as an ABA Supervisor in the Comprehensive department. Throughout her years at Mitchell’s Place, she was able to serve as a RBT in various departments (Comprehensive, Outpatient, and Early Learning Preschool). She transitioned into a Floater role in 2024 where she had the opportunity to serve multiple clients across departments.She graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham with honors in Psychology and attended Arizona State University for her master’s degree in special education with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis. During her leisure time, she enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with family, friends and her dog, Mitchell.Ashley’s favorite part of Mitchell’s Place is collaborating with others to determine how to best serve the clients to promote meaningful changes.

Michelle grew up in Birmingham, Alabama, and earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Florida State University in 2013. She began her career in ABA in 2020 as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and joined Mitchell’s Place in 2021 as an RBT in the Comprehensive ABA department. During her time as an RBT at Mitchell’s Place, she also gained valuable experience serving clients across departments through her role as an RBT Floater. In 2022, Michelle earned her master’s degree in counseling, specializing in ABA, and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in 2023. Michelle transitioned to the Southside location in 2023 as a Supervising BCBA in the Focused ABA department. In 2024, she returned to the Overton location as a Supervising BCBA in the Comprehensive ABA department. After a brief sabbatical at the beginning of 2025, she is excited to rejoin the Mitchell’s Place team in this same role. Michelle is committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based, and individualized ABA services that reflect each client’s unique needs and goals. Her favorite aspect of working at Mitchell’s Place is the opportunity to collaborate with families and witness the ongoing growth and development of the children and families she works with.

Lindsey Dachelet, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA, has worked in the field of special education and autism services for more than 10 years, serving children and families across preschool, elementary, and clinic settings. Lindsey began her career at Mitchell’s Place as a teaching assistant and returned in 2024 while completing her coursework and supervision requirements to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. From 2014 to 2020, she served as a special education teacher in the public school system, where she developed a strong passion for supporting students with diverse learning needs and collaborating with educators and families. Lindsey earned her Bachelor’s degree in Human Environmental Sciences from The University of Alabama in 2012, followed by a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Special Education from UAB in 2014. In 2024, she completed a Graduate Certificate in Behavior Analysis through the Florida Institute of Technology and earned her BCBA certification in February 2026.

Mitchell’s Place holds a special place in Lindsey’s heart both professionally and personally. In addition to beginning her career here, all three of her children have attended Mitchell’s Place as peer models. Lindsey and her husband, Darren have been married since 2014 and enjoy hiking and camping as a family. In her free time, she also enjoys traveling, snow skiing, practicing yoga, and getting lost in a good book.

Glenda Grbac graduated from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) in 2015 with a bachelor’s in Psychology and joined the Mitchell’s Place team in 2016. She gained experience as a Registered Behavior Technician, teacher assistant, and lead teacher in the early learning preschool program. She obtained her master’s degree in Early Childhood Special Education from UAB in 2019 and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in 2024. In addition to her credentials, she is a certified instructor in Professional Crisis Management. Glenda’s favorite part about Mitchell’s Place is the community and collaboration. Every team member is passionate about serving others. Watching others grow and develop their skills, whether it be a student, parent, or staff member, is such a rewarding experience.

My name is Hannah Vickers Holder, and I am honored to serve as the Clinic Manager at Mitchell’s Place. I have been a part of the Mitchell’s Place team for the past six years and have had the opportunity to serve in several roles and departments throughout my time here. I began my career at Mitchell’s Place as an RBT in the outpatient program. After relocating to Texas, I continued my work with the organization remotely as an Administrative Assistant. Upon returning to Alabama, I transitioned into my current role as Clinic Manager.

Throughout my time at Mitchell’s Place, I have developed a deep appreciation for the relationships and partnerships that make our work so meaningful. I am committed to supporting our staff, children, and families and helping create a positive and collaborative environment where everyone can thrive.

Outside of Mitchell’s Place, I enjoy spending time with my husband, Brody, and our two daughters, Opal and Elsie. I look forward to getting to know each of our families and working together to provide the best possible support and experience for your children.

Matilda is Mitchell’s Place’s facility dog, specially trained to support children as they develop communication, social, emotional, and functional life skills. Through structured interactions integrated into therapy and classroom activities, Matilda provides motivation, encouragement, and a calming presence for the children we serve.More than just a friendly face, Matilda helps create meaningful opportunities for learning, confidence-building, and connection. Whether she’s assisting with skill development, supporting transitions, or simply brightening someone’s day, Matilda is an important part of the Mitchell’s Place team and our mission of unlocking potential.