Mission & Philosophy
At SEAS, our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality ABA services that empower children to grow with confidence and independence.
We believe every child is unique, and every family brings its own strengths and challenges. That’s why we take a personalized approach to care, creating individualized treatment plans that are not only effective but practical for families to implement at home.
We recognize that progress happens through teamwork. Our commitment to collaboration includes regular communication and coordination with parents, teachers, and other professionals involved in your child’s care. We offer training and support to ensure parents feel confident and equipped as active members of their child’s team.
At SEAS, we know that meaningful progress is built on strong partnerships and consistent, evidence-based care. Together, we help your child thrive and become their best self.
Meet the Crew Behind the Waves
Krystal Edmonds, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA Founder & Visionary Director
Krystal Edmonds, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA Founder & Visionary Director
Krystal Edmonds, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA Founder & Visionary Director
Krystal began her journey in the field of behavior analysis after earning her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2011. She discovered her passion for ABA while working at a small school in Richmond, VA, which inspired her to pursue formal training through the Florida Institute of Technology.
After g
Krystal began her journey in the field of behavior analysis after earning her undergraduate degree in Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2011. She discovered her passion for ABA while working at a small school in Richmond, VA, which inspired her to pursue formal training through the Florida Institute of Technology.
After gaining experience as a BCaBA, Krystal advanced her education at Arizona State University, where she earned a Master’s degree in Special Education with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis. She became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in 2016 and is licensed by the Virginia Board of Medicine.
In 2018, Krystal founded SEAS with a clear vision: to provide high-quality, ethical ABA services to families while cultivating a supportive and welcoming environment for team members. Her approach is rooted in compassion, clinical excellence, and collaboration—ensuring that both clients and staff feel valued, empowered, and respected.
Jessie Welch, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA Clinical Director
Krystal Edmonds, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA Founder & Visionary Director
Krystal Edmonds, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA Founder & Visionary Director
Jessie attended JMU and received a bachelors degree in Interdisciplinary Studies in 2016, then her M.A.T. in Inclusive Early Childhood Education in 2017. During her time in graduate school, she realized her passion was geared towards working 1:1 with children instead of the classroom. Jessie learned about a Behavior Specialist program th
Jessie attended JMU and received a bachelors degree in Interdisciplinary Studies in 2016, then her M.A.T. in Inclusive Early Childhood Education in 2017. During her time in graduate school, she realized her passion was geared towards working 1:1 with children instead of the classroom. Jessie learned about a Behavior Specialist program that JMU offered, which she pursued and received her M.Ed. in Special Education with an ABA concentration in 2018. She became certified as a BCBA in August 2019.
Caitlin Ratliff, M.A., BCBA, LBA Assistant Clinical Director
Krystal Edmonds, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA Founder & Visionary Director
Kenna Nelson, M.A., BCBA, LBA Director of Services and Training
Caitlin received an undergraduate degree in Child Development from Liberty University in 2016. She has always had a passion for working with children and finding the "uniqueness" in each child. It was not until starting a career in ABA that she found her calling. After earning her RBT certification in 2016, she went on to pursue an M.A in
Caitlin received an undergraduate degree in Child Development from Liberty University in 2016. She has always had a passion for working with children and finding the "uniqueness" in each child. It was not until starting a career in ABA that she found her calling. After earning her RBT certification in 2016, she went on to pursue an M.A in Applied Behavioral analysis from Ball State University in 2018. Following her degree completion, she became certified as a BCBA in 2019.
Kenna Nelson, M.A., BCBA, LBA Director of Services and Training
Kenna Nelson, M.A., BCBA, LBA Director of Services and Training
Kenna Nelson, M.A., BCBA, LBA Director of Services and Training
Kenna received her undergraduate degree from California State University, Sacramento and her graduate degree from National University. Kenna has been certified as a BCBA since 2008. She has been working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder since 2003. Kenna has practiced behavior analysis in multiple states and overseas i
Kenna received her undergraduate degree from California State University, Sacramento and her graduate degree from National University. Kenna has been certified as a BCBA since 2008. She has been working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder since 2003. Kenna has practiced behavior analysis in multiple states and overseas in Japan, becoming the first TriCare approved BCBA on the island of Okinawa. She plans to continue doing ABA for as long as possible.
Kayleigh Rasnick, M.A., BCBA, LBA Clinical Supervisor
Kenna Nelson, M.A., BCBA, LBA Director of Services and Training
Jess Granados, M.S., BCBA, LBA Clinical Supervisor
Kayleigh completed her Bachelor's at UMW in 2016. She began her career focusing on community outreach, parent training and small group therapy sessions. This is where she found her interest in ABA! During her five years of providing in home ABA, she completed her coursework to be a BCaBA and received her certificate in 2020. She decided t
Kayleigh completed her Bachelor's at UMW in 2016. She began her career focusing on community outreach, parent training and small group therapy sessions. This is where she found her interest in ABA! During her five years of providing in home ABA, she completed her coursework to be a BCaBA and received her certificate in 2020. She decided to go back to school to get her masters and BCBA certificate in 2021 with Florida Institute of Technology.
Jess Granados, M.S., BCBA, LBA Clinical Supervisor
Kenna Nelson, M.A., BCBA, LBA Director of Services and Training
Jess Granados, M.S., BCBA, LBA Clinical Supervisor
Jess graduated from University of Mary Washington in 2017 with a B.S. in Psychology and Capella University with an MS in ABA in 2025. She has loved her new role as a BCBA and getting to help be a part of each child's journey to help them become the best versions of themselves! In her free time she loves to spend time with her husband and daughters.
Cayla Keykey, M.A., BCaBA, LABA Assistant Clinical Supervisor
Cayla Keykey, M.A., BCaBA, LABA Assistant Clinical Supervisor
Cayla Keykey, M.A., BCaBA, LABA Assistant Clinical Supervisor
Cayla attended UMW and received a degree in psychology in 2021. Unsure of what she would do with the degree, she was introduced to the field of ABA. As she fell in love with the study of behavior science and how it has enriched children's lives, she became an RBT. Cayla recently graduated the Florida Institute of Technology and passed her
Cayla attended UMW and received a degree in psychology in 2021. Unsure of what she would do with the degree, she was introduced to the field of ABA. As she fell in love with the study of behavior science and how it has enriched children's lives, she became an RBT. Cayla recently graduated the Florida Institute of Technology and passed her board exam. She is now using her degree and certification as a BCaBA at SEAS.
Geri Kennett, Billing Specialist
Cayla Keykey, M.A., BCaBA, LABA Assistant Clinical Supervisor
Cayla Keykey, M.A., BCaBA, LABA Assistant Clinical Supervisor
Geri attended GCU where she got a Bachelor's in Sociology and is currently pursuing a Masters in the Science of Leadership. Currently Geri focuses on everything Billing, Insurance, and Credentialing at SEAS. In 2020 she began a billing admin role with a mental health clinic, which quickly transformed into a Managerial role and she realize
Geri attended GCU where she got a Bachelor's in Sociology and is currently pursuing a Masters in the Science of Leadership. Currently Geri focuses on everything Billing, Insurance, and Credentialing at SEAS. In 2020 she began a billing admin role with a mental health clinic, which quickly transformed into a Managerial role and she realized how much she enjoyed supporting people who work hard to support their communities. Having a kiddo with Autism Geri saw first hand how impactful ABA can be.
Maliyah Watie, Administrative Assistant
Cayla Keykey, M.A., BCaBA, LABA Assistant Clinical Supervisor
Lindsay Sorto, B.S. Training Coordinator
Maliyah received her BA degree in Psychology from ASU in 2023. With her mom being a teacher, she has been around children of all ages for most of her life. She previously worked as an instructional assistant at an elementary school for two years helping teachers and staff with administrative tasks as well as supervising kids. She now has
Maliyah received her BA degree in Psychology from ASU in 2023. With her mom being a teacher, she has been around children of all ages for most of her life. She previously worked as an instructional assistant at an elementary school for two years helping teachers and staff with administrative tasks as well as supervising kids. She now has plans to attend graduate school to earn her Master's degree with hopes of becoming a licensed professional counselor in the future.
Lindsay Sorto, B.S. Training Coordinator
Lauren Hairston, B.S Services Coordinator
Lindsay Sorto, B.S. Training Coordinator
Lindsay graduated from Purdue University Global with a Bachelors of Science in Addiction in 2021. While earning her degree, her sister recommended she look into working as an RBT. Doing so, Lindsay found that she loves being able to be part of her kiddos' journeys and teaching them how to make their mark! After earning her bachelor’s de
Lindsay graduated from Purdue University Global with a Bachelors of Science in Addiction in 2021. While earning her degree, her sister recommended she look into working as an RBT. Doing so, Lindsay found that she loves being able to be part of her kiddos' journeys and teaching them how to make their mark! After earning her bachelor’s degree, Lindsay is now working toward earning her Master's degree with the goal of becoming a BCBA.
Devin Dunbar, Assistant Trainer
Lauren Hairston, B.S Services Coordinator
Lauren Hairston, B.S Services Coordinator
Devin is currently attending Southern New Hampshire University majoring in Industrial Organizational Psychology. Devin was introduced to the ABA field in 2022 and adored everything about the field and the little ones. Devin plans to become a BCBA in the future. Devin enjoys trying different foods and traveling.
Lauren Hairston, B.S Services Coordinator
Lauren Hairston, B.S Services Coordinator
Lauren Hairston, B.S Services Coordinator
Lauren attended NOVA community college where she started working towards their nursing program. During this time Lauren was an aide for a child on the spectrum and discovered her true passion, working with families and their children. She transferred to GMU, earning a Bachelor's degree in Psychology in 2017. In 2019 Lauren became an RBT w
Lauren attended NOVA community college where she started working towards their nursing program. During this time Lauren was an aide for a child on the spectrum and discovered her true passion, working with families and their children. She transferred to GMU, earning a Bachelor's degree in Psychology in 2017. In 2019 Lauren became an RBT with the long term goal of becoming a BCBA. Lauren is currently working on a Masters degree in ABA from Ball State University.
Richard Abel, CSA
Myles Johnson, B.S. Lead RBT
Ariela Walker, Lead RBT
Richard has been working in the field of ABA since 2021, with experience supporting children and young adults between the ages of 2 and 22. He holds a Master’s degree in ABA and is currently pursuing his BCBA. Richard is dedicated to providing individualized, evidence-based support that fosters growth and independence. In his free time, h
Richard has been working in the field of ABA since 2021, with experience supporting children and young adults between the ages of 2 and 22. He holds a Master’s degree in ABA and is currently pursuing his BCBA. Richard is dedicated to providing individualized, evidence-based support that fosters growth and independence. In his free time, he enjoys playing guitar, singing, spending time with his wife, and playing with their dogs.
Ariela Walker, Lead RBT
Myles Johnson, B.S. Lead RBT
Ariela Walker, Lead RBT
Ariela is currently attending Southern New Hampshire University majoring in Sociology. Ariela has worked with children for 13 years and stumbled upon a job as a behavioral specialist at a Private Day School. She began to work toward her RBT certification and fell in love with the field of ABA. Ariela plans to become a BCBA in the future
Ariela is currently attending Southern New Hampshire University majoring in Sociology. Ariela has worked with children for 13 years and stumbled upon a job as a behavioral specialist at a Private Day School. She began to work toward her RBT certification and fell in love with the field of ABA. Ariela plans to become a BCBA in the future and believes her love for children comes from her grandmother, who owned an in home day care for many years where she was able to help a lot of children.
Myles Johnson, B.S. Lead RBT
Myles Johnson, B.S. Lead RBT
Anna Kelly, M.A. Lead RBT
Myles received his undergraduate degree in Cognitive & Behavioral Neuroscience with a double major in Psychology from Virginia Tech. He previously worked with children as a camp counselor at Summertime day camp for 6 years and was introduced to the field of ABA in 2023. Since then, Myles has loved everything about the field, from learning
Myles received his undergraduate degree in Cognitive & Behavioral Neuroscience with a double major in Psychology from Virginia Tech. He previously worked with children as a camp counselor at Summertime day camp for 6 years and was introduced to the field of ABA in 2023. Since then, Myles has loved everything about the field, from learning about behavioral analysis to being able to use that knowledge to make a difference. Myles enjoys reading, trying new foods, listening to music.
Anna Kelly, M.A. Lead RBT
Morgan Lucas, B.A. Lead RBT
Anna Kelly, M.A. Lead RBT
Anna received her Bachelors of Science in Psychology and Sociology from Radford University in 2022, as well as her M.A. in Human Factors Psychology from George Mason University in 2023. In May of 2022, she started as an behavior technician and shortly after becoming an RBT. Since then, she has loved working with children and making a diff
Anna received her Bachelors of Science in Psychology and Sociology from Radford University in 2022, as well as her M.A. in Human Factors Psychology from George Mason University in 2023. In May of 2022, she started as an behavior technician and shortly after becoming an RBT. Since then, she has loved working with children and making a difference in their daily lives. In her free time, Anna enjoys reading and listening to music.
Morgan Lucas, B.A. Lead RBT
Morgan Lucas, B.A. Lead RBT
Morgan Lucas, B.A. Lead RBT
Prior to becoming a RBT Morgan worked as a full time nanny for multiple families. She has always had a passion for kids but only had experience with neurotypical kiddos but once she was introduced to the field of ABA she developed a love for both neurotypical or neurodivergent kids alike. Morgan plans to continue to make a difference in t
Prior to becoming a RBT Morgan worked as a full time nanny for multiple families. She has always had a passion for kids but only had experience with neurotypical kiddos but once she was introduced to the field of ABA she developed a love for both neurotypical or neurodivergent kids alike. Morgan plans to continue to make a difference in the lives of adolescents all around the world and help them reach all of their goals to the best of her ability.
Shanna Johnson, B.A. Lead RBT
Morgan Lucas, B.A. Lead RBT
Morgan Lucas, B.A. Lead RBT
Shanna earned her degree in Psychology from the UMW in 2024. She has been involved in behavior analysis since 2019, including an internship at The New England Center for Children during her college years. She joined the SEAS team in 2021 and plans to continue her career there while pursuing further education. In her leisure time, Shanna enjoys playing soccer and traveling.
Liberty the Therapy Dog
Liberty the Therapy Dog
Liberty the Therapy Dog
Liberty is SEAS' therapy dog! As the only four legged employee, she joins the team at the office a few days a week and enjoys helping the kids build their social skills, work on taking turns, asking to pet/play, accepting “no” and more! Her friendly Golden Retriever personality makes the clinic an even more lively place, and brings endles
Liberty is SEAS' therapy dog! As the only four legged employee, she joins the team at the office a few days a week and enjoys helping the kids build their social skills, work on taking turns, asking to pet/play, accepting “no” and more! Her friendly Golden Retriever personality makes the clinic an even more lively place, and brings endless joy to the kids. On her work from home days and weekends, she loves to take naps by the window, get belly rubs, and go hiking.