Welcome to our center in Weston, MA

Rachel Barron has been working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis since 2013 and brings over a decade of experience delivering evidence-based services across residential, home-based, clinic, and school settings. She earned her Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis from Western New England University and holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Hispanic Studies from Brandeis University. Rachel has supported individuals ranging from the early intervention age group through young adulthood and is known for her warm, grounded, and collaborative approach with children, families, and interdisciplinary teams. Rachel was drawn to ANNA’s commitment to Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions (NDBI), its emphasis on learning through engagement, and its focus on compassionate, child-centered care. These values and priorities align with Rachel’s own belief that a child’s progress is strongest when learning occurs through meaningful connection and engagement. A passionate and compassionate clinician, Rachel approaches her work with deep respect for each child’s individuality and the unique strengths that every family brings to the table. She and her husband—who also works in the field of ABA—share a genuine dedication to helping people and building supportive, inclusive communities. Outside of work, Rachel loves spending time with her family and her beloved dog, Bamba, who (in her completely unbiased opinion) is the sweetest dog in the world.

Emily is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at ANNA’s Weston clinic. She began in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis as a Behavior Therapist while pursuing her undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Emily’s passion for working with children and their families led her to pursue her graduate degree in ABA from the University of Washington-Seattle and she became a BCBA in 2023. Throughout her 8 years in the field, Emily has supported learners aged 2 through 14 within the home, school, and clinical settings. Emily has a passion for teaching skills that foster children’s independence and prioritizes helping children find joy in learning. Emily was drawn to ANNA for it’s neuro-affirming approach to ABA which focuses on child-led and play-based learning by teaching kids through the activities that they enjoy most. In her free-time you can find Emily curled up with her cats working on various craft projects, making pottery, or hiking through forests enjoying the wildlife.

Jiamin is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at the ANNA Center in Weston, MA. She earned her degree in Psychology and Education Studies from Brandeis University in 2022. Afterward, she worked as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in an ABA clinic, where a dedicated supervisor inspired her to pursue a career in ABA. In 2023, Jiamin started the Master of Science in ABA program at Regis College and will become a BCBA upon graduating in June 2025.