About Us : Empowering Families with Autism
At Guidepost ABA, we see and support every child we serve. Parents deserve a team they can trust, and we work to earn that trust.
We see parents and caregivers as essential partners in the journey. We support your child while empowering you with practical tools and clear communication.
Our team provides ongoing encouragement through every stage of development. With zero waitlists, we offer immediate access to collaborative care. We ensure your family feels supported and confident every step of the way.
In every interaction, we lead with empathy. We celebrate progress, respect each child’s pace, and create safe, nurturing environments where growth can happen naturally. We support your child while empowering you with practical tools and clear communication.
Our Team
Rafi Margolies
He leads Guidepost ABA with a focus on building thoughtful systems that support both clinicians and families. His background in social work informs his emphasis on empathy, ethics, and collaboration.
Through Guidepost ABA, Rafi provides families with reliable support and clear guidance. He delivers every service with professionalism and care.
Shemonica Flemings
Her passion for behavior analysis began 25 years ago after witnessing a student's remarkable progress. Inspired by that experience, she built an extensive career across home, clinical, and foster care settings. Today, she specializes in early intervention, adult treatment, and caregiver consultation.
In her work, Shemonica combines empathy with practical, data-driven strategies to develop individualized treatment plans that promote meaningful progress toward achievable goals. She takes particular joy in teaching parents and caregivers the skills they need to connect more deeply with their children. She spends her free time crafting, reading, and exploring the outdoors with her family.
Emily Scifres
Throughout her career, Emily has supported individuals across a variety of settings. She values close collaboration with families and other professionals to build meaningful, individualized treatment plans. She believes the strongest outcomes come from trusting relationships and respect for each person's unique needs. She also focuses on teaching skills that build independence and improve quality of life.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family and pets. She also loves reading and finding humor in the everyday adventures of parenting.
Jessica Tydings
She holds a Master's degree in Special Education from The University of Texas at Austin, specializing in Autism. With compassion and respect, Jessica builds strong relationships and teaches practical skills for long-term success.
Outside the clinic, Jessica enjoys practicing yoga, spending time outdoors, and relaxing on the lake.
Why families choose Guidepost ABA
Common Questions
Every RBT at Guidepost has gone through extensive background checks, vetting, and training to ensure only the best, safest care is provided to your child.
Absolutely. We have a dedicated insurance team that handles benefit verification, pre-authorizations, and will explain your coverage (deductibles, co-pays, etc.) in plain English.
ABA therapy is highly personalized. We teach practical skills your child uses every day. Some children learn to talk or use a device. Others work on sharing and taking turns.
Many practice brushing teeth and getting dressed. We also help children stay safe.
We specialize in In-Home and In-School services throughout Texas. This allows children to learn in the environments where they spend the most time, making it easier for skills to generalize to daily life.
Of course! At Guidepost, we believe parent involvement is the KEY to sustained growth. We are always available for questions, concerns, or comments regarding your child's care.
Never! Guidepost is an assent practice, which means NO means NO. Our therapists never force your child into an activity. If something makes you or your child uncomfortable, we change the plan.
Absolutely! One of the key benefits of in-home care is the ability for high-level parent engagement. Parents drive the success of ABA therapy. We welcome your involvement in every session.
