MEET THE TEAM
THE PROFESSIONALS
Founder & Clinical Director
Tari Arowolo, MS., BCBA,LBA
The diagnosis of my daughter's autism was like a devastating storm that shook our family. The days and months that followed were overwhelming to say the least but we were lucky to find a passionate and dedicated BCBA. In the midst of all the chaos, she became like lighthouse for us and opened our eyes to the fact that this was just the beginning of a challenging but ultimately beautiful journey.
Her guidance and expertise brought us to a new threshold where we could see my daughter thrive.
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The experience was like a compass that pointed me towards my life's purpose, to become a BCBA and help guide other families and help ensure others know they do not have to walk the ASD path alone.
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At Joyful Journey ABA, our mission is to guide special needs families through the overwhelming process of finding a good fit on their autism journey. Our goal is to reduce the wait times for services and simplify the process for children to receive medically necessary ABA services and guide families as they choose life-changing treatments for their children.
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Joyful journey will utilize Applied Behavior Analysis through individualized trainings for families and consultation services all while keeping the focus on the child.
Dr. Jakaycee Butler, CCC-SLP, CLC, CAS
Hi, I’m Jakaycee! I am passionate about meeting families where they are and helping them advocate for their child’s communication and feeding needs.
Throughout my career as a speech therapist, I have worked with children in home health, private practice, and hospital settings.
I understand that every family has their own unique values and culture and that parents are the experts on their children — so it’s my goal to encourage caregivers to step into that role with confidence. Whether we are meeting for speech or feeding therapy or for a lactation counseling session, we will focus on what’s most important in your daily life and celebrate every success along the way.
In my free time, you’ll find me reading, traveling, and exploring new restaurants in the Houston area. I look forward to learning all about your family’s interests and goals!
Cristian Rodriguez, BCBA INTERN
I am currently pursuing advanced training in Applied Behavior Analysis with the goal of becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). As a BCBA intern, I am committed to expanding my clinical knowledge in assessment, data-driven decision-making, intervention planning, and effective supervision. I strive to approach each client and family with professionalism, empathy, and respect for individual dignity while ensuring that interventions are socially meaningful and grounded in behavioral science.
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My long-term goal is to become a knowledgeable and supportive behavior analyst who provides high-quality services and contributes to a collaborative clinical environment focused on meaningful, measurable outcomes. I am especially passionate about mentoring future professionals, strengthening treatment integrity, and helping clients and families achieve lasting progress through compassionate, evidence-based care.