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Our Mission

At Coastal Behavior Solutions, our mission is to empower school teams and students through collaborative, functional, trauma-informed, and sustainable behavior support rooted in the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). We are committed to delivering compassionate care that honors neurodiversity, supports emotional well-being, and promotes meaningful progress across settings.

We believe that effective behavior support is built on:

  • Collaborative Partnerships
    We work closely with educators, families, and support staff to create a unified team approach. Open communication and shared goals ensure consistency and trust across environments.

  • Compassionate, Trauma-Informed Care
    Our strategies are respectful, student-centered, and mindful of each individual’s history and emotional needs. We prioritize psychological safety and dignity in every plan and interaction.

  • Functional & Sustainable Solutions
    We provide practical, data-informed interventions that address the root causes of behavior and build lasting capacity within school teams—ensuring ongoing success for students and staff.

Together, these principles drive our mission to create lasting, positive change.

"Working with Sonja has been an incredible experience. Her teaching methods are clear and effective, making it easy for staff like me to confidently support our students. Sonja always takes the time to listen and truly understand both the students’ needs and the challenges we face in the classroom. Her support has made a huge difference in my ability to do my job well. I’ve learned so much from her and feel lucky to work alongside someone so knowledgeable and compassionate."

- Paraeducator from SLCUSD

Trusted Testimonials

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“Sonja’s services have been nothing short of excellent. Her dedication, knowledge and kindness transformed our child’s experience at school. We often found ourselves saying “what would we do without Sonja”. We are beyond grateful of her support and the positive changes she helped bring to our family”

- Parent of Student at MBHS

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Collaboration Starts Here

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