Melissa Messina

Passionate and experienced Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a strong professional identity rooted in the science of behavior with a deep commitment to education, mentorship, and ethical practice. With a background spanning clinical, school, home, and community settings, I bring applied expertise and a dynamic, student-centered teaching philosophy into the delivery of theraputic services.

Dedicated to shaping the next generation of practitioners, I provide high-level supervision and training to aspiring behavior analysts and RBTs, fostering competence, critical thinking, and compassionate, culturally responsive care. I emphasize the integration of data-driven decision-making with client-centered values, preparing supervisees and students to excel both academically and professionally.

My professional interests include supervision and mentorship, ethical practice, caregiver collaboration, and translational research. I am also an Adjunct Instruction at a local state college to help advance the field even more. Known for integrity, attention to detail, and collaborative spirit, I am committed to high-quality instruction, service to the university community, and the ongoing advancement of behavior analysis as a discipline.