Sara Alvarez
Registered Behavior Technician
My name is Sara Alvarez. I graduated high school in 2019. I'm currently enrolled in Miami-Dade College for Education. I took an interest early 2022 to become an RBT. I obtained my license in April 2022 and enjoy working in the ABA field. For the future, my goal is to continue with the ABA field. Eventually, becoming a BCABA and a BCBA.
Therapeutic Specialties
Verbal Behavior, Daily Living Skills, Decrease Aggressive behaviors, Decreaase Tantrums, School Support, Social Skills, Token Systems, Language Support, Improve Attention Concerns, Increase replacement behaviors, Self Care, Learning and Academic Skills
What is important to you, for your client to feel, when working with you?
It's very important for my client and I to have a close relationship. I want my client to feel that they can talk to me about anything or ask me anything.
Who do you believe you are for a client as they manage their problems?
I believe I'm there to support the client with anything that is needed to manage their problems.
What drives your passion for seeing clients?
I enjoy seeing my clients grow when it comes to activities that include OT or speech. As well as any school accomplishments.
How do you believe clients "get better"?
I believe clients get better with the right support team and good reinforcers.
ABA Department
Education
Miami-Dade College, Undergrad
Client Age Range
Children (2-6), Children (6-12)
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
Personal Hobbies
When I'm not working, I enjoy cooking and hanging out with my family.
"The children must be taught how to think, not what to think." -Margaret Mead, 1928