Sheila Ruhi is the is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and has been working in the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) field since 2012. While completing her undergraduate degree at Florida International University (FIU) she had the opportunity to intern for their summer treatment program. This gave Sheila the opportunity to develop skills in with the early intervention population (children ages 2-4 years old) with a range of diagnoses from Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Conduct Disorder, Oppositional-Defiant Disorder, learning disabilities, and related behavioral disorders. Sheila has a Bachelor Degree in Psychology with a specification in ABA from FIU, and a Master in Science from Nova Southeastern University in Developmental Disabilities with a certificate in Advanced Applied Behavior Analysis. Sheila has been Board Certified since 2014. She is passionate about the science of human behavior and how it can be applied to every aspect of life. Since 2012 she has been applying ABA services in various environment such as clinic, home, schools, and in the community. She has also collaborated together with private schools administration and public school teachers to create Individual Education Goals and behavioral systems for their classrooms. Sheila is one of founder of Blossom Behavior Therapy and the company was created due to a need in the community for high quality behavior analysis service. Sheila has worked for several agencies throughout Miami-Dade County and saw a need to develop a program that focuses on an intensive early intervention for all ages. The goal of Blossom is to provide high quality services to children ages 1-18 with developmental disabilities, while focusing on the quality of therapy versus the quantity of therapy. A Miami native, Sheila wanted to provide her community with effective and ethical behavior analysis services.

Alexander Ugarde is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and has been working in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) since 2018. Alexander first started his journey in ABA by taking an Intro to Applied Behavior Analysis course at Florida International University. Once Alexander started the course he immediately fell in love with the principles and mission that accompanied the field of ABA. Alexander went on to become a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) while completing his undergraduate degree at FIU. After working as an RBT, Alexander decided he wanted to have a bigger impact on the field of ABA, so he completed a course sequence at FIU to become a Board-Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA). Once Alexander became a BCaBA, he went on to discover new ways of how he can help the lives of all those with developmental disabilities by learning how to create behavior intervention plans, conducting parent training sessions with the caregivers of clients, and providing support to the local community by providing high-quality ABA services. While working as a BCaBA, Alexander completed his Masters in Science of Psychology at Capella University with a focus in Applied Behavior Analysis. Throughout his entire journey from an RBT to becoming a BCaBA, Alexander has been mentored by Sheila Ruhi at Blossom ABA Co. Alexander is committed to delivering high quality supervision to Registered Behavior Therapists (RBT), conducting parent training sessions in order to help support families in need, and providing support to all those with developmental disabilities live an independent life in today’s society. 

Jonathan Ruhi, is our Chief Financial Officer and a Certified Public Account (CPA) whose overall responsibility is for the strategic planning, implementation, managing, and running all the finance activities of a company, including business planning, budgeting, forecasting, risk and governance as well as negotiations.

Hello! I’m Krystal, a dedicated Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) here at Blossom with four years of hands-on experience. My journey with children spans 12 wonderful years, and I’m currently working towards my bachelor’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to become a BCaBA, allowing me to take on a more active role in making a direct impact on my clients lives.

I truly love what I do because every day brings new opportunities to support and witness the incredible growth and achievements of the children I work with. It’s deeply fulfilling to be part of their developmental milestones and to make a positive difference in their lives. I’m excited about advancing my knowledge in ABA and exploring new ways to enhance the support I provide to both children and their families.

Hi my name is Lester! I am a Registered Behavior Technician with a Decade of Expertise.

With an Associate in Arts in Education, I have built a fulfilling career as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), specializing in working with children with special needs. The decision to enter this field was driven by a family member diagnosed with autism thus led to my passion for helping children reach their full potential, particularly those who face unique challenges.

Over the past 10 years, I have gained extensive experience in behavior analysis and intervention, working closely with children to improve their social, communication, and behavioral skills. I have the honor, and great joy in making a tangible difference in the lives of these children and their families, celebrating every small victory along the way. What I love most about the job is the opportunity to connect with children on a personal level, understanding their individual needs, and tailoring interventions that make a real impact. Working with children with special needs requires patience, creativity, and a deep sense of empathy—qualities that I feel I’ve embodied over the years of work. Looking ahead, I am excited to continue advancing in the field, exploring new strategies and techniques to support the children, and remaining committed to helping them thrive in their own unique ways.

Hello,

I’m Francesca, and I’m honored to share a bit about my journey and professional growth with you. I earned a Bachelor of Science degree and completed my Master’s in Special Education with a specialization in ABA Inclusion. For over three years, I dedicated myself to the role of a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), a position that proved to be both deeply rewarding and foundational to my development in the field of behavior analysis.

My passion for this work stemmed from a deep belief in the potential of every individual. Each day, I was inspired by the progress my students made and the meaningful impact we created together. Witnessing their growth and success was my greatest motivation and made this work profoundly fulfilling.

That journey ultimately led me to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Earning this certification allowed me to expand my expertise and deepen my commitment to implementing innovative, individualized practices in special education. I’ve continued to collaborate with fellow professionals, explore forward-thinking approaches, and remain focused on making a lasting, positive difference in the lives of students. My mission has always been — and continues to be — helping every learner reach their fullest potential and contributing to a future where all individuals have the opportunity to thrive.