About Yellowhammer behavioral consulting
Yellowhammer Behavioral Consulting provides evidence-based behavioral services for children and adolescents with developmental and behavioral challenges. Our programs are grounded in the science of applied behavior analysis (ABA) and are designed to support meaningful, measurable improvements in communication, learning, and daily functioning.
We partner closely with families, schools, and other professionals to develop individualized programs that address each child’s unique needs. Services may include behavioral assessment, skill acquisition programming, behavior intervention planning, and ongoing data-based decision making to ensure that treatment remains effective over time.
Our team includes behavior analysts, behavior technicians, and research-trained staff who share a commitment to compassionate care and scientific rigor. Together, we work to help children build the skills they need to thrive at home, in school, and in their communities.
Our Team
Yellowhammer Behavioral Consulting brings together professionals with backgrounds in behavioral science, research, and clinical practice who are committed to improving outcomes for children and families through evidence-based care.
John Michael Falligant is a licensed child clinical psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst. He previously served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and a Senior Behavior Analyst and Supervising Psychologist in the Inpatient Neurobehavioral Unit at the Kennedy Krieger Institute. His research focuses on challenging behavior in individuals with developmental disabilities and is supported by the National Institutes of Health. Through Yellowhammer Behavioral Consulting, he works with schools and families to apply evidence-based behavioral science in real-world settings.
Director & Clinical Psychologist
Ryan Benson is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. He specializes in the assessment and treatment of challenging behavior in children and adolescents with neurodevelopment conditions. He previously served as a Clinical Specialist in the Inpatient Neurobehavioral Unit at the Kennedy Krieger Institute. He also served as a lead research assistant on a large clinical trial investigating novel interventions for treatment-resistant self-injury in neurodevelopment conditions.
Behavior Analyst
Alexis Fortson is a Registered Behavior Technician with more than 11 years of experience supporting children with autism and developmental disabilities. She holds a master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and is currently pursuing her doctorate while working toward BCBA certification.
Behavior Data Specialist
Makinna Stewart earned her B.S. in Biomedical Sciences from Auburn University and previously worked as a research assistant in Auburn’s Neurobehavioral Dynamics Lab. At Yellowhammer, she supports behavioral assessments and skill acquisition programs and is currently working toward her Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification.
Behavior Data Specialist
Amber Hallmark earned her B.A. in Psychology from Auburn University and serves as the Research Coordinator for the Neurobehavioral Dynamics Lab. She looks forward to joining the Yellowhammer team full-time in summer 2026, where she will support behavioral assessments and intervention programs while working toward her Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification.
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