Our People
We are a team of experts whose ikigai is helping every child discover their own.
We are dedicated to unlocking the unique potential within every child. As leaders in evidence-based development and specialized autism support for both neurotypical and neurodivergent children, we provide the individualized care and developmental tools they need to flourish. Through our unique Unity Methodology, we help every child bridge the gap between where they are and where they want to be, turning their 'inner spark' into a life of purpose.
We Work With Many Insurances
A Letter from Our Team.
To the parents and caregivers for whom we support,
We have some commitments for you:
- Unity Behavioral Services will excel in delivering comprehensive developmental and therapy services, setting new benchmarks in the field.
- The level of care and support for both kids and parents will be unmatched.
- We will be honest, open, and intentional in our successes and failures; failures will be few.
To our future teammates,
We started Unity to revolutionize the child development industry with a renewed focus on children and families. We work hard, have incredibly high expectations, collaborate, take care of each other, and love what we do. If your ikigai is helping every child find their own, you've found your home.
With passion and purpose,
Unity Behavioral Services
Meet the Team
Explore the dedicated leaders at Unity Behavioral Services who bring passion and expertise to our mission of helping every child find their ikigai.
Kayla Jenkins
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Kayla's ikigai is to be a supportive pillar in every family's "village"—providing safe, realistic, and compassionate care that ensures parents feel heard, confident, and never alone in their journey.
Kayla has been a dedicated professional in the ABA field since 2017, becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in 2020. Her passion for behavioral health is deeply personal; as a mother, she understands firsthand the challenges of raising a family and the vital importance of having a supportive community. Kayla is committed to replacing clinical "orders" with collaborative listening, ensuring that every recommendation is realistic and helpful for a family's unique situation.
At Unity, Kayla champions an environment where both her teammates and her families are valued as individuals, never as statistics. She leads with the belief that when a family feels heard and respected, they can achieve a higher quality of life and true developmental success.
Yani Carrio
Chief Clinical Officer
Yani’s ikigai is the intersection of clinical science and a child’s natural curiosity.
As Chief Clinical Officer, Yani is the architect of the Unity Methodology. She is a recognized leader with over a decade of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy whose vision extends to the holistic growth of all children—neurotypical and neurodivergent alike. Her passion is evident across her team of highly skilled BCBAs and RBTs who lead with a "client first" mentality. Yani is dedicated to ensuring our clinical practices don't just provide therapy, but provide a roadmap for every child to discover their unique purpose. As a mom herself, Yani understands the value of individualized development and the importance of choosing the right team as a partner.
Ugochukwu "Ugo" Nwizu
Chief Marketing Officer
Ugo’s ikigai centers on storytelling. He gives a voice to unique perspectives and invites families into a community where purposeful ideas can flourish.
As Chief Marketing Officer, Ugo brings together a unique combination of content creation, storytelling, and over a decade of hands-on experience working with children. He is dedicated to ensuring that every parent has access to the resources they need to be the best they can be for their child. By creating an environment where powerful, purposeful ideas can spread, Ugo helps families move beyond traditional boundaries to see their child’s potential in a new light. As a father, Ugo’s commitment to building this community is personal; he knows that with the right stories and the right support, every family can thrive.
Rhonda Nelson
Chief People Officer
Rhonda’s ikigai is found at the intersection of team excellence and family impact—building the foundation of experts that allows every child and parent to thrive.
As Chief People Officer, Rhonda leverages over 30 years of Human Resources expertise to curate a culture where high-level clinical science and human empathy coexist. She is dedicated to building "Perfect Teams"—collections of specialists who are not only experienced and "hungry" for growth but are deeply unified by our mission. Rhonda knows that when our team is empowered, the families we support receive an unmatched level of care. As a mother and nana, she views every hiring decision through the lens of a parent, ensuring that the people by your side are the ones she would trust with her own family.
Armon Aghaie
Chief Executive Officer
Armon's ikigai lies in the art of building 'perfect' teams—groups of people who are as passionate about our mission as he is.
As Founder and CEO, Armon leads Unity with the firm belief that a small team with the right combination of passion and expertise can change the world. He relentlessly focuses on excellence and evolution—both for his staff and his clients. As an uncle and godfather, he sees firsthand the profound impact that a community has on a child’s development. This personal connection fuels his fierce commitment to ensuring that Unity provides every child with a champion in their corner, helping them discover their own “inner spark” and build a life of purpose.
Core Values
Our core values are the backbone of who we are and how we will act on our mission to changing the world. We only SCORE when we have the right team of people, and people who always put the team first.
Join our team and help make a difference for children and families.
Join our team and help make a difference for children and families.
Get In Touch
We would be happy to answer any questions about your current situation. For parents, please fill out the information below and we will respond within 2 hours - often much sooner. For candidates, please click the Careers button at the top of this page, or click HERE to apply.