FOUNDERS
Gina Lopez and Mariely Colon met in the state of Florida in 2009. Both worked together in the mental health field offering counseling and psychosocial rehabilitation services. Mariely Colon is a licensed mental health counselor with vast experience in the clinical setting and Gina Lopez also has experience in the mental health field, mainly in the administrative area. Both realized that together they had potential to start a new project. They began meeting to define their future project goals. After several attempts and going through several disappointments, in the year 2021 during the pandemic, BMC, Corp. was born.
Behavioral Multidisciplinary Center, Corp. is an agency that offers integrated behavioral services. The agency focuses on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA Therapy); however, it also offers mental health services led by Dr. Mariely Colon, who together with Gina Lopez, are the owners of the mental health department.
The focus of the founders is to provide all the necessary services to children including the mental, behavioral, and educational area and to strengthen the integration of families in Florida. The agency is currently providing services in several counties including Osceola, Orange, Seminole and Brevard.
Our Staff
Gina E. Lopez, MS., M.Ed., CBHCMS - CEO
Gina E. López Born in Ponce, PR. She holds a Bachelor of Science with a concentration in Psychology, Master’s degree in science with specialization in ABA Intervention in Autism and other Developmental Disorders and a Master’s degree in Education with a Major in Professional Counseling from the Pontifical Catholic University in Ponce, PR. After graduating she began working with people with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities. She worked for several years under federal proposals with the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation in PR. Her vocational experience has provided her with a deeper insight into the individual needs of everyone, working with diverse backgrounds, including people with Mental Health and Autism issues.
She moved to Florida in 2009. Her previous work experience includes working with many diverse populations, including youth, couples, and families for over 15 years. In 2010 she began working in Central Florida for various community Mental Health agencies where she stood out for her leadership and commitment to the families to whom she provided Mental health Counseling, Psychosocial Rehabilitation services and Targeted Case Management.
Gina E. Lopez has a wide variety of experience ranging from direct work to administrative supervisor and program development. She has developed educational programs that help the integration of children not only in the academic area but also in the behavioral area. In addition, she worked in radio in which she had the opportunity to produce and direct her own Counseling program under a Christian approach. She also conducts conferences about Marriage and Family.
Dr. Mariely Colon – President
My name is Mariely Colon and I am from Aibonito, Puerto Rico. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Lead Analyst. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, a Master Degree in Mental Health, a Master Degree in Business Administration with a Major in Management, and a Doctor Degree in Clinical Sexology.
I have been in the field of Mental Health for more than 20 years. Throughout the years I have worked with different populations including children, teenagers, and adults. I have also worked with a variety of diagnosis including post-partum depression, trauma, abused, ADHD, ODD, Depression and Anxiety. Currently, I work completing Functional Behavioral Assessments for children receiving Applied Behavioral Analysis and Parenting Training to parents. BMC believes in the importance of the integration of the different disciplines of Mental Health and Behavioral Health to educate and develop strategies that promote Unity.
“The greatest of a man is not on how much wealth he acquires, but in his integrity and his ability to affect those around him positively” Bob Marley
Martha Leplaid - BCaBA
My name is Martha Leplaid, I am from Venezuela with a degree in Early Childhood Education, a career that I practiced in my country for more than 18 years, from working in classrooms to managing schools. In addition, I have a Diploma in Neuro-Linguistic Programming as I am a fan of mental processes in learning.
In 2019 I started as RBT and the love and passion for the profession prompted me to continue preparing until I became a BCaBA. I discovered that my biggest dream is to help others make a change in the quality of their lives, from children and their families to people who they want to train as RBT’s. In October 2021 Founded my RBT’s Training Center “Hablemos ABA with Martha Leplaid” I feel great satisfaction that it gives me to guide and help people who wish to train with Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT’s)
“God gives a gift to everyone, but I discovered that it does not belong to me, but the mission is to share it with others.”
Martha Leplaid, BCaBA
Jessica Solivan, M.EdS, MS.
Brevard County Service Coordinator/Student Analyst
My name is Jessica Solivan. I am from Aibonito, Puerto Rico. Currently I am living in Indialantic Florida. I have an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy, Bachelor Degree in BusinessAdministration, Master Degree in Special Education and Master Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. I am working as a Student Analyst with the goal to become a BCBA. I choose to become a BCBA because I like to help and impact others and this career allows me to have a huge impact on my clients and their families as well. I am honored to be part of BMC in Brevard County as a BA Coordinator Services but also providing therapy services as RBT.
“Never underestimate the power of your words and actions transforming others” Robert V. Taylor
Mia Martinez – Office Manager
My name is Mia Martinez. I am from Kissimmee, Florida but currently reside in Davenport, Florida. I am a student at Valencia College and am in process of getting my bachelor’s degree in Psychology. I am the office manager at BMC and have loved every minute of it. I have been in the management field for about 7 years now, working in different environments such as retail and behavioral offices. I have always been interested in helping others and learning about mental health and behaviors in more depth. BMC has given me the opportunity and has been the greatest support system for me to grow and learn every single day.
“Keep smiling, because life is a beautiful thing and there’s so much to smile about.” – Marilyn Monroe
Eleizia Torres – Quality Supervisor
My name is Eleizia Torres. I am from Bronx, New York, but I reside in Orlando, Florida. I am a
student at Ana G. Mendez College, and I am working on my bachelor’s degree in general
psychology. As well, I am working on getting my Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
certification, and hopefully would be working with the kiddos soon. I am the Quality Supervisor
at BMC, and I love it, it helps me learn more about ABA, and keeps me motivated to help
others.
“If people are doubting how far you can go, go so far that you can’t hear them anymore.”
—Michele Ruiz
Rebeca Cristina Lopez - Schedule Coordinator / RBT
Rebeca Cristina Lopez was born and raised in Cuba, living in Florida since 2019. She is a medical professional. She graduated as a Doctor of General Medicine in 2001, with a specialty in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in 2007. She has served as a doctor in Cuba, Venezuela, and Brazil. Rebeca is a Registered Behavior Technician at BMC, Corp. She is very passionate about working with kids and serving others. In addition, she works as Schedule Coordinator and helps with the coordination of services.
From her words:
“There is no better profession than the one where God is your guider and your working
instrument is your heart, that’s why I choose to be an RBT”…
Carmen Joannie Burgos Lugo – RBT
My name is Carmen Joannie Burgos Lugo, I was born in Juana Diaz, Puerto Rico. As an RBT with 3 years of experience, I have had the blessing to witness the big steps that consistency and love can produce throughout ABA therapy. I am currently working with clients diagnosed with Autism and other conditions that are not only limited in communication skills but walking and feeding issues, which challenges me to work beyond and above my knowledge to make a difference that surpasses their limitations. I have witnessed whole families recover from hopelessness.
My main professional goal is to become a BCBA. I started a bachelor’s degree in education with a major in science. I am currently getting the credits to complete my bachelor’s degree in education with a major in special needs, with an emphasis on Autism.
She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future.
Proverbs 31:25
Maria Arcay - RBT
My name is María Arcay. My family and I moved from Venezuela to Florida in 2016. I have a Bachelor Degree in Psychology and I have a speciality un Child Behavior Therapy. My greatest please re is work with kids because they have a genuine way of making me Smile and making my job special Every day. They are my inspiration and motivation.
Soon, I will start preparing as BCaBA. Understand my job, my clients and parents are my priority.
Danilo Batista Rodríguez - RBT
My name is Danilo Batista Rodríguez. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology at the University Center Vladimir Ilich Lenin from Las Tunas, Cuba. Honor’s degree in Theology and Bible in the Theological Faculty of Graduate Studies of the Assemblies of God in Cuba 2003. Bachelor of Theology at Master´s College and Seminary of Canada 2005.
I currently live in Orlando Florida where I have the pleasure of working as a Register Behavior Technician for the Behavioral Multidisciplinary Center. My mission is to constantly work to contribute to families in achieving greater social habilitation in children with neurodevelopmental problems.
Melanie Cruz – RBT
My name is Melanie Cruz. I am from Colon, Cuba. Currently, I live in Kissimmee, Florida. I have been working with special needs children since 2021 as a Home Health Aide (HHA). Determined to continue my crusade in changing as many lives as possible, I obtained my Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification and have been in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) since 2022. I recently began working on my bachelor’s degree in health science with the goal of continuing into my master’s degree.
Every day is unique, bringing with it fresh challenges and victories. Nothing makes me happier than witnessing the pride on the faces of the children and family when they achieve a victory, no matter how big or small.
“When a flower doesn’t bloom you fix the environment in which it grows, not the flower.” – Alexander Den Heijer
Elier Cruz – RBT
Hello, my name is Elier Cruz. I’m Cuban, I’ve been living in USA for over 10 years. I’m currently
studying at Valencia College to earn my Associate Degree. I’ve been working as an RBT since
August 2020. I’m very excited to keep growing in this field and hopefully achieve my goal of
becoming a BCaBA in the future. Actually, I am working with BMC Corp and they bring me the opportunity to help children and their families. I love my job because every day I see the change in the lives of the children and I am sure that this will mark their lives and prepare them for a
better start in their academic development.
