Meet Our Team
Senior Therapists
Lyndsay Collard
M.ADS, BCBA. Registered Behaviour Analyst (Ont)
Lyndsay Collard is a co-owner and senior therapist at CoField Inc. She is a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst with 15 years of experience working with children diagnosed with Autism and a variety of special needs. Lyndsay is skilled in both writing and implementing individual programs, training therapists, and conducting assessments. Her creativity and tenacity while devolving behavioural strategies make her an exemplary leader. Her passion for the field is demonstrated in every area of her profession. Lyndsay has also previously worked as a faculty member at Fanshawe College in the Autism and Behavioural Science Program and completed her Masters Degree in Applied Disability Studies in 2015.
Alison Ditchfield
BCaBA, C.Y.W.
Alison is the co-owner and a senior therapist at CoField Inc. She sits on the Autism and Behavioral Sciences Program Advisory Committee at Fanshawe College. Alison has earned two university degrees and a diploma in Child and Youth Work, along with her BCaBA. Her 26 years in the social services field give her unparalleled experience and knowledge in working with families and teams. Her patience and willingness to collaborate make her an excellent supervisor and a professional in all areas of her field. Alison’s eagerness to creatively problem solve makes her a true asset to CoField’s success.
Clinical Supervisor
Dr. F. J. Barrera
C.Pysch, BCBA-D
Dr Barrera is a Registered Clinical Psychologist and Board Certified Behaviour Analyst with 28 years of experience as the director of the SIB Trauma Unit High Risk Unit for severe behaviour disorders, and over 15 years of experience supervising Intensive Behavioural Intervention Teams. His passion for this field and ongoing mentorship have been paramount to our work in supporting children and families.
Instructor Therapists
CoField is lucky to work with exceptional Instructor Therapists (ITs) with a variety of backgrounds and education. CoField is happy to provide families with the names/contact information of therapists that may be a good fit for their child, but as all therapists are self-employed, availability cannot be guaranteed. All therapists practice with an up-to-date police check and are trained in Safe Management, and Certified in CPR and First Aid.
Krystal Lennox
MACP, PGCert. ABS, BA
Krystal is a Registered Psychotherapy – Qualifying and a parent coach for CoField Inc. She has worked with CoField for approximately 10 years and is highly skilled at teaching children both in structured settings, as well as the natural environment. She excels at helping families integrate ABA strategies and positive parenting frameworks into their daily lives. Krystal is also a consultant for Safe Management Crisis Intervention and Prevention for CoField.
Kendra Wells
B.A., Graduate Certificate in Autism/Behavioural Science
Kendra is an instructor therapist and has been working with CoField for over 6 years. She has over 12 years of experience working with children and adults with special needs. Her background includes working with clients with a range of needs including autism, cerebral palsy, deaf, and blind. Kendra has a passion for working one-on-one with her clients and is inspired by the progress she sees in each one of them.
Patrick Coggins
B.A., Psychology
Patrick is an instructor therapist and has worked with Cofield for approximately 8 years. He is a highly skilled therapist, with over 15 years of experience as an instructor therapist, and 5 years of experience in the position of Senior Therapist, and has trained many therapists who have gained their certification in the Autism and Behaviour Science program through Fanshawe College. Patrick excels in one-to-one therapy, particularly in language acquisition (be it vocal or through an AAC device). Due to his years in the field, he also has a strong ability to adapt quickly to any behaviour issues that may arise.
Ciara Waters
E.C.E., Graduate Certificate in Autism/Behavioural Science, Registered Behaviour Technician (R.B.T.)
Ciara comes from an Early childhood Education background and has been with CoField Inc. for the past 6 years. She has her Autism and Behaviour Science Graduate Certificate and is RBT (Registered Behaviour Technician) certified via the BACB. Ciara is a strong and compassionate therapist with exceptional and effective problem-solving and behaviour management skills, even during a crisis. She demonstrates excellent communication skills which play into her ability to quickly build rapport with clients and their families.
Serena Beemer
D.S.W. (in progress), Registered Behaviour Technician (R.B.T.)
Serena has been with CoField Inc. for 5 years and has been actively involved in respite and childcare since 2012. She is RBT (Registered Behaviour Technician) certified via the BACB and is currently working on her DSW (Developmental Support Worker) at Loyalist College. Serena has a calm and steady demeanor that makes her a strong ABA therapist. She has shown incredible growth in the past 4 years she’s been with CoField Inc. and has developed strong therapeutic relationships with her clients. Serena has been a constant support to the families she works with and consistently demonstrates compassion and flexibility to her clients’ changing needs.
Kassidy Redhead
E.C.E., Graduate Certificate in Autism/Behavioural Science
Kassidy is an enthusiastic therapist with 5 years of Early Childhood Education experience prior to completing her Autism and Behavioural Science Graduate Certificate from Fanshawe, and has been with CoField Inc. for nearly three years. Kassidy is able to quickly build rapport with her clients and enjoys being involved in each child’s unique learning process. She strives to teach meaningful and functional skill-building programs and is versatile in her approaches in order to help her clients succeed. Kassidy is currently enrolled in workshops to expand her specializations within ABA.
Nicole Vanderveen
Dimploma in Educational Assistant Special Needs Support
Nicole is the newest member to the CoField team. Nicole has a diploma in the Educational Assistant Program from Niagara college, and currently works as an EA with high needs students. She has a wealth of experience supporting clients in camps and in respite care. Nicole is highly committed to the work she does, and passionate about helping children reach their fullest potential. Nicole has a fantastic energy and enthusiasm for the field.
Sine Frederick
B.A. Psychology/Disability Studies, Graduate Certificate in Autism/Behavioural Science
Sine has worked with CoField for nearly two years. She graduated from the University of Windsor with an Honours Bachelor of Arts in both psychology and disability studies, as well as attended Fanshawe College where she obtained her certificate of Autism and Behavioural sciences. More recently, she graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a Master’s of Professional Education (concentration in ABA) and is gaining hours toward her BCBA certification. She enjoys working one-to-one with her clients but also in larger group support when needed. Seeing the progress each client makes brings a smile to her face.