State Director - VA

As State Director at Blossom ABA Therapy, Yosef Aharonoff brings a strong focus on operational excellence and team development to support high-quality ABA services. He works closely with clinical teams and families to ensure consistent care and effective outcomes. Committed to growth and collaboration, Yosef prioritizes building reliable systems and supporting staff success and client success across the state.

MS Ed., BCBA, LBA

Administrator

Valerie Heard received her bachelor's degree in psychology with a minor in Family Studies from James Madison University, followed by a Master's degree in Special Education from Old Dominion University. She taught children (K-5) with autism and other developmental disabilities for ten years in Front Royal, Virginia, before becoming a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst in 2014 through Florida Institute of Technology. She is licensed under the Virginia Board of Medicine and brings 20 years of experience helping children increase adaptive, academic, communication, social, and executive functioning skills while decreasing challenging behaviors. As a special education teacher, Valerie wrote Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) for her students and collaborated closely with speech and occupational therapists and families. She now educates, trains, and supervises staff working directly with clients. Valerie lives in the Shenandoah Valley with her husband, a retired dentist, and their son, who was adopted at birth and later diagnosed with ADHD and a mild form of autism. Her experience as both a parent and educator of children with disabilities gives her unique insight into supporting clients in home and school settings while understanding what families navigate daily.

Master's Degree in ABA

BCBA, LBA

Shaina Roberts is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with over a decade of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis and a master's degree in ABA. She is dedicated to providing high-quality services to children and families, utilizing her expertise to foster positive behavioral changes and enhance the quality of life for her clients. With a passion for impactful interventions, Shaina aims to make a meaningful difference in her community and surrounding areas.