Meet the ABA Kids Melbourne Team
Rosy Romanella, M.Ed., BCBA., CBA
Clinical Director
Rosy holds a Bachelor of Psychological Science from Australian Catholic University and a Masters of Education in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) from Monash University.
Rosy completed coursework in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) through Florida Institute of Technology’s online program, gaining international certification as a Board Certified Assistant Behaviour Analyst (BCaBA) in 2014, Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) in 2020 and then, Certified Behaviour Analyst (CBA) in 2021 through the Association of Behaviour Analysis Australia.
Rosy has been working in the field of ABA for over 20 years. Over this time, Rosy worked across various locations throughout Melbourne and NSW, designing and implementing Early Intensive ABA programs for children up to 14 years of age.
Rosy has a passion for evidence based practice and collaborative approaches, ensuring the greatest measurable outcomes for all that she serves.
Rosy now lives in the Northern Rivers NSW, with a small clinic space in Tweed Heads, however, home visits are always preferred. Rosy continues to visit her Melbourne clients and team once a month to ensure continuity and strong relationships with her al of her participants.
In her own time, Rosy enjoys dancing, stand up paddle boarding, playing with her pets and traveling to remote locations.
Ashley Owen
, CBA
Program Supervisor
Ashley has completed a Bachelor of Applied Science (psychology) and in 2014 graduated with first class honours in psychology. Ashley is now currently studying her Masters in Applied Behaviour Analysis at Monash University and hopes to one day become a BCBA. Ashley currently holds a CBA credential.
Ashley has over eight years of experience working as an ABA therapist. Over this time, she worked one-on-one with children in their homes as well at schools and kindergartens. Ashley has worked with a range of children across Melbourne, aged between 2 and 10 years of age.
The best thing about going to work, for Ashley, is getting to see how proud her clients are when they successfully learn a new skill.
In her spare time, Ashley loves reading, taking her dog to the beach and traveling.
Kaysie Gabsch
Program Supervisor & Senior Behaviour Therapist
Kaysie holds a Bachelor of Psychological Science from Deakin University and has been employed by ABA Kids since early 2021, in the role of Senior Behaviour Therapist.
Kaysie is a passionate advocate for inclusion and ensuring that from a young age, children have all they need to reach their full potential. Kaysie incorporates a positive, creative and fun approach to her work and loves watching children learn through play, art and fun.
In her spare time Kaysie loves spending time with her puppy Lilo, going for long walks and baking.
Lea Romanella
Finance Manager
Lea has a Bachelor in Commerce and an Associated Diploma in Business Studies from Montreal, Canada.
Lea has been employed by ABA Kids since January 2019, since the very beginning. Lea's main duties include payroll, accounting, reporting and overseeing business operations. Lea has over 30 years experience in providing professional services across a broad range of financial areas.
In her spare time, Lea enjoys traveling, spending time at the beach, supporting orphaned children in India, volunteering at The Royal Children’s Hospital, dancing, music and the arts.