Who We Are
BlueAsh is a company specializing in ABA and collaborative therapy for children with Autism and other pervasive developmental delay, including assessment, treatment, and familial support.
Mission
Our mission at BlueAsh is to provide transformative therapy to children with Autism through a family-centric and collaborative therapy model that meets the individual needs of each client.
Vision
Our vision is that every child with Autism be accepted and celebrated for the entirety of who they are, and every family impacted by Autism be part of supportive community.
Strategy
The staff at BlueAsh are committed to making our vision a reality through practice rooted in our core values of collaboration, hospitality, excellence, and flexibility.
Meet our Leadership Team
Jessie has 13 years of experience working with children and families impacted by Autism. She began her career as a teacher specializing in behavioral, developmental, and learning disabilities, and spent five years as Special Education Lead and Assistant Principal in Atlanta Public Schools before focusing on her clinical career. She knows first-hand the impact quality ABA can have on your child, as she is also the parent of a child with Autism. She started BlueAsh to provide quality ABA for children with a family-centric approach. Maintaining client dignity, building supportive community, prioritizing school-readiness, and celebrating the whole child are some of the hallmarks of her clinical practice, and the heart behind BlueAsh.
Jessie Johnson, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA
Founder & CEO
Christine Allen, MA, BCBA, LBA
Founding Clinical Director
Christine developed Attachment-Informed ABA™ with one purpose: to make evidence-based therapy as rooted in safety and connection as it is in measurable results. This principle is the foundation of BlueAsh’s model, which combines the precision of Applied Behavior Analysis with decades of research in attachment theory—one of the most extensively validated frameworks in developmental psychology. With over 15 years in ABA and a graduate thesis exploring the link between autism and attachment, Christine translated her insights into a replicable clinical approach. Today, Attachment-Informed ABA™ informs how RBTs are trained, programs are written, and sessions are delivered. At BlueAsh, therapy unfolds in a space where children are met emotionally, socially, and developmentally — ensuring that progress isn’t just measurable, it’s deeply meaningful.
Magen Nelms, M.S
Director of Operations
Magen serves as the operational cornerstone of the clinic, leveraging a Master of Arts in Clinical Professional Counseling and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. With over a decade of distinguished experience, her strong background in systems architecture and leadership allows her to expertly create, train, and maintain healthy, high-functioning operational frameworks. She excels at both leading individuals and managing groups, ensuring every facet of the clinic operates with efficiency and clarity. Moreover, she possesses a deep passion for facilitating family connection to vital resources. On a personal level, she is a proud wife of 20 years and a devoted mommy to two beautiful children with ADHD, offering a firsthand perspective on the importance of robust support systems within the family unit.
Mariah Lee, MA, BCBA, LBA
Assistant Clinical Director
With a deep commitment to fostering positive change, Mariah specializes in implementing evidence-based strategies tailored to meet your child's unique needs. Her journey in the field of behavior analysis began in 2020, and over the years, she has developed a profound appreciation for the transformative power of family-based therapy. Mariah holds a Master's in Applied Behavior Analysis and a Bachelor's in Elementary Education, equipping her with the knowledge and skills to support your child in achieving lasting behavior changes. Outside the clinic, she enjoys traveling, reading, and crafting, which helps her stay balanced and energized in her professional life. She is committed to remaining open to new ideas and perspectives, and encourages open communication with families and other service providers to make sessions as effective as possible.
Janae Flecha, M.S
Lead Administrative RBT
Janae serves as the backbone and operational hub of the administrative office, expertly managing the day-to-day functions of the entire team. Acting as traffic control for both staff and parents, she ensures seamless daily operations and is instrumental in maintaining the clinic's high standard of efficiency. She functions as the right-hand support for both the Directors and all clinicians, playing a critical role in the overall running of the clinic. Janae is also a powerhouse therapist and devoted mommy to two little ones, and she is set to complete her Master’s degree in Behavioral Sciences this December. Her dedication both in the office and at home underscores her commitment to organized, compassionate support.