About Us

At Ladder of Success ABA, we are dedicated to enhancing the lives of children through expert ABA therapy, providing both in-home and in-clinic services to meet the diverse needs of the families we serve. Our clinical team has over 25 years combined experience in successful outcomes. Our personalized therapy plans are tailored to each child’s unique strengths and goals, guided by our team of experienced therapists who are committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care. We believe in a collaborative and interactive approach, involving parents, caregivers, and other professionals to ensure that our therapy not only supports social, emotional, and cognitive development but also engages and empowers each child.

Proudly serving children across Colorado, Ladder of Success ABA focuses on building foundational skills in a caring and supportive environment. We strive to make therapy both effective and enjoyable, giving children the confidence they need to reach their full potential. Our commitment is to help every child we work with climb to new heights of success, fostering growth and development through a comprehensive and compassionate approach.

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Our Core Values

Everything we do is anchored by the values our team and community share.

Integrity

Collaboration

Empathy

Quality

Meet Leadership Team

Erin Davis

BCBA

Clinical Development Leader

Erin's Bio

Taylor Williams

BCBA

Clinical Director

Taylor's Bio

AJ Stern

CEO

AJ's Bio

Brandon Varnado

Marketing Cooordinator

Brandon's Bio

Erin Davis, BCBA

Clinical Development Leader

Erin Davis is a seasoned Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and the Clinical Developmental Leader at Ladder of Success ABA. She enjoys collaborating with a team that shares the same passion of providing individualized top-quality care, empowerment and support to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. She started in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in 2009 at the Marcus Autism Center in Atlanta, Georgia. Afterwards, she worked in the Severe Behavior Day Treatment Clinic for 3 years that inspired her to pursue a master’s degree and become a BCBA. She moved to Colorado in 2015 after graduating from Georgia State University with a Master of Science in educational psychology and becoming an accredited BCBA. She provided in-home ABA services as a Clinical Supervisor from 2015-2017. In 2017, she worked as the Director of Behavioral Programming at a Denver-area special education school. From 2018-2023, she was the Manager of Behavioral Services and then Director at GoldStar Learning Options. She enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 kids, snowboarding, hiking, and enjoying the beautiful Colorado outdoors.

Taylor Williams

Clinical Director

Taylor Williams is a dedicated Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with a passion for working with neurodiverse individuals. With over a decade of experience in the field, Taylor has been making a positive impact on the lives of those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related conditions. Taylor earned a Bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Houston in 2012 and a Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis from Ball State University in 2017. She earned her BCBA credential that same year. Taylor has worked with children, adolescents, and adults, providing center-based, home, community, and school services. As a Clinical Supervisor, she has worked extensively with individuals exhibiting severe challenging behaviors, and she has overseen a multidisciplinary team of BCBAs, behavior technicians, and support staff as a Regional Clinical Manager and later Director of Behavioral Health. Taylor’s approach is rooted in empathy, compassion, and evidence-based practices. She believes in fostering independence, promoting communication, and celebrating small victories. As a community trainer, Taylor’s commitment to neurodiversity extends beyond the professional realm, as she actively engages in community advocacy and education. She likes to spend time with her partner Spencer and their Schnoodle Coco and find a good brunch on the weekend.

AJ Stern

CEO

AJ Stern is a MBA and CPA who serves as CEO at Ladder of Success ABA with over 10 years of experience in healthcare. He strives to promote best practices and scientifically driven treatment plans to achieve industry leading quality of care while providing a wider range of services. He also serves as President at AJS Capital. He started his career at Deloitte & Touche and then as the Acquisitions and Portfolio Manager at Capital Foresight. He appreciates spending quality time with his wife and 4 kids, golfing, traveling, and engaging in charitable endeavors.

Brandon Varnado

Marketing Coordinator

Having spent more than 10 years working with families in educational settings and 5+ years as a Registered Behavior Technician, I focus on supporting children with autism and helping families navigate the complexities of accessing ABA services. I also leverage my marketing expertise to assist families and individuals in the Denver/Aurora area, ensuring no barriers stand in their way. I’m dedicated to making autism services more accessible so children can reach their full potential.