Transforming Care Homes & Day Programs since 2008

Learn. Grow. Thrive.

Empowering individuals to thrive through compassionate care

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Range of experts to meet your specific needs

  • James Patrick, MS, BCBA

    The Founder

  • Criselle Peñamante, MD, MA, MMSc 

    The Global Care Pioneer

  • Faisal Mohmand, MS, BCBA 

    The Behavior Architect

  • Emily Cohen, RBT 

    The Behavior Trailblazer

  • Briana Fair, LCSW 

    The Crisis Navigator

  • Stacey Stinson, MA, MT-BC, HPMT 

    The Melody Maker

  • Jenice de Quinto, DPT 

    The Independence Builder

  • Josef Rapadas 

    The Care Home Virtuoso

  • Mark Climaco 

    The Empowerment Mentor

  • Silvia Ramirez

    The Design Strategist

  • Emily Swope, MS, BCBA

    The Change Catalyst

  • Shomonique Johnson, MS, BCBA, PsyD Candidate

    The Progress Champion

  • Xochi Tobiko 

    The Joyful Connector

  • Colleen Quisumbing, MS, LMFT 

    The Champion of Compassion

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Why Clients Trust Us

  • "In the 14 years I have been Guardian/Conservator for my two siblings, our family has seen about a dozen counselors, psychiatrists, and therapists. None of them have been as good as James. He quickly identified the dysfunctional dynamic within our family, which we couldn’t see for ourselves. James had concrete strategies to mitigate destructive behaviors, which have been successful. I highly recommend Cypress ABC!"

    — Samantha Mills, PhD

  • “I would like to express my sincerest thanks to James, who has done an amazing job working with my team of residential staff – training and educating in understanding the fundamentals of our residents’ challenging behaviors. James has always been very supportive of the residential team and the residents. We have had successful outcomes. Thank you, James.”

    — Aida Urena, ARF Administrator

  • “James has been a beacon of hope for our facility. His expertise in behavior analysis, along with his deep compassion for our individuals, has led to significant improvements in their daily functioning. The techniques and strategies he provided for managing challenging behaviors have not only helped our individuals but have also taught us how to better support them. We are incredibly grateful for his guidance and support. Thank you for your dedication and expertise.”

     — Jocelyn Perez, Jadens ARF Administrator

  • “The expertise, dedication, and exposure of James in the field of behavior modifications is remarkable. Cypress ABC could be expected to provide many of the best behavior strategies for children and adults who have significant limitations. If you are a group home administrator like me… Go for Cypress ABC!”

    — Juanita Ayala

  • "James with Cypress ABC supports our ARFs with many challenging individuals that have many co-occurring disorders. We have worked together for years. James demonstrates compassion, and he is studious. He is well-accomplished with his interactions, not only with the individuals that we support, but also coaches our staff to utilize person-centered techniques that concludes with positive developments. Thank you, James, for being a part of our team!"

    — Candice Gharakhanian, ARF Administrator

  • My co-workers repeated what I have known since the start, that James understands our clients and staff so well and that they can feel his empathy. In Tagalog, English, Taglish – these were all expressed by the managers and the staff persons he meets.

    — Lilibeth Rapadas, ARF Administrator

  • "I would like to express my sincere thanks and appreciation to James for his outstanding work in improving our client’s behavioral challenges. Since we began consultations with James, there has been a tremendous improvement and positive changes in our client’s behavior, much to the amazement of the client’s parents. His recommendations have been very fruitful and have made our job as caregivers much easier and less stressful. Thank you very much, James, for allowing us to benefit from your vast knowledge and professionalism."

    — Fatmata Kamara, SLS Instructor

  • "James’s work has transformed our file management at Crow Canyon Care Home. I used to dread licensing inspections, but now everything is organized and complete, thanks to him. I’m genuinely grateful for his expertise and dedication – it’s made a world of difference!"

    — Joyce Sawyer, ARF Lead Staff

  • "I want to express my gratitude for your outstanding work. Your leadership not only enhanced the lives of our residents but also fostered a positive work environment. Thank you for being an inspiring team member."

    — Naward, ARF Administrator

  • "James and Cypress ABC have been an invaluable asset to our team. Their ability to address challenges with precision and guide us through critical moments has been instrumental in our success. Recently, they helped us navigate a situation that could have escalated significantly, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving and leadership skills. What sets James apart is his focus on fostering teamwork and confidence. By aligning our team’s efforts, he ensured that we could effectively support the 70+ individuals in our care. His approach is practical, results-driven, and deeply impactful, creating a stronger foundation for our team to thrive. We are grateful for the expertise and dedication James and Cypress ABC bring to our organization. Their support has not only resolved immediate challenges but also strengthened our team for the future."

    — A&T Training Center

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