Meet the Team
We are a one-tiered model - All clients work directly with an experienced registered and board certified behaviour analyst
Shay Blutrich
Owner and Behaviour Analyst
Hi there!
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My name is Shay Blutrich, and I am the owner, founder and a behaviour analyst here at Shaping Growth ABA! ​
Thank you for considering Shaping Growth for your family's needs. We look forward to the opportunity to support you on your journey.
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Warm regards,
Shay Blutrich
M.ADS., BCBA., R.B.A (ONT.)., CBS., CBSP
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Professional Credentials
RBA (Ont.): Registered Behaviour Analyst
BCBA: Board Certified Behaviour Analyst
M.ADS: Master's in Applied Disability Studies
CBS: Certified Behavioural Sexologist
CBSP: Certified Behavioural Sleep Practitioner
ACT: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Treatment Certificate
PFA & SBT: Practical Functional Assessment and Skill-Based Treatment Level 3
AIM: Accept, Identify, Move Curriculum certificate
PEAK: Promoting the Emergence of Advanced Knowledge Curriculum certificate
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Jason Duthie
Administration
Hi, I’m Jason, the admin here at Shaping Growth ABA! In my role, I get to do a little bit of everything; one day it’s billing, the next it’s making sure the toys are clean and ready for action. With a background in customer care, operations and project management, I'm here to help keep things running smoothly so our families and behaviour analysts can focus on what really matters.
Whether it’s answering questions, fixing problems, or just making sure things don’t fall apart—I’m here to help!
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Jason Duthie
Simcoe County Team
Grace Nolan
Registered Behaviour Analyst
I'm Grace Nolan, a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) and Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA) in Ontario with 10 years of experience in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). I've had the privilege of supporting autistic children, adolescents, and young adults in diverse settings, including in-home, clinic-based programs, and community environments.
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My practice is rooted in an ecological approach—I believe in considering all aspects of an individual’s life to ensure supports are holistic, socially meaningful, and sustainable. As a mother of two young boys, I bring deep empathy and a firsthand understanding of family dynamics to my work. I am passionate about making ABA services accessible and easy to understand, wit
h the ultimate goal of empowering families with practical tools that foster growth, independence, and an improved quality of life.
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Grace Nolan
M.ADS., BCBA., R.B.A (ONT.)
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Professional Credentials
RBA (Ont): Registered Behaviour Analyst
BCBA: Board Certified Behaviour Analyst
M.ADS: Masters in Applied Disability Studies
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Karen Palmer
Registered Behaviour Analyst
Hi, I am Karen Palmer!
I have been in the field of Applied Behaviour Analysis for over 20 years. I have had the privilege of working with a multitude of clients in a wide variety of settings. I have worked with clients from as young as 1.5 all the way to 24 years of age. I have worked in homes, schools, agencies and in residential care homes, as a behaviour therapist, behaviour analyst and as a manager. This was not my original pathway I was going to take in life but when I was asked to work with a 2 year on the autism spectrum, I could not resist. Little did I know that was going to be a pivotal moment in my life and I have never looked back. I absolutely love learning new things and find the ever-changing field of behaviour analysis to be fascinating.
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When I am not working, I love spending time outdoors in the wilderness and hanging with my cats.
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I look forward to working with your family!
Karen Palmer
M.Sc., BCBA., R.B.A (ONT.)
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Professional Credentials
RBA (Ont.): Registered Behaviour Analyst
BCBA: Board Certified Behaviour Analyst
M.Sc: Masters in Science in Applied Behaviour Analysis
SBT: Skill Based Treatment
Trauma Informed Training
Greater Toronto Area Team
Arwen Hunter
Registered Behaviour Analyst
I'm Arwen, is a Registered Behaviour Analyst and BCBA who supports school-age children and their families. As a mom of three, I understand the realities of navigating school systems and advocating for kids with different needs. ABA is my second career after working with an international toy company—an experience that shaped my love of play, creativity, and making learning genuinely engaging. I bring that blend of fun and evidence-based practice into every session and am passionate about creating supportive, inclusive environments where children feel excited to learn.
I live in West Toronto with my husband, three kids, and our dog, Mookie (who may or may not be the favourite). When i'm not working, you can usually find me reading, relaxing by the water, or competing for my children’s attention.
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Arwen Hunter
M.ADS., BCBA., R.B.A (ONT.)
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Professional Credentials
RBA (Ont.): Registered Behaviour Analyst
BCBA: Board Certified Behaviour Analyst
M.ADS: Masters in Applied Disability Studies
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Mojgan Zarrabi
Registered Behaviour Analyst
Hi, I’m Mojgan Zarrabi, a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) and Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA) in Ontario. I hold a Master’s degree in Developmental Psychology and Education from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) at the University of Toronto. I have worked in home, clinic, and school settings, providing parent coaching and direct support to children in both structured and unstructured environments. I use evidence-based approaches such as Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT) to promote meaningful skill development and positive Behaviour change.
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​​I truly enjoy working with children and witnessing their progress, no matter how big or small. Seeing their growth and confidence build over time is what makes this work so rewarding to me. My goal is to provide effective, individualized strategies that help children build essential skills while empowering families and educators to support them in meaningful ways.
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Mojgan Zarrabi
M.ED., BCBA., R.B.A (ONT.)
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Professional Credentials​
RBA (Ont.): Registered Behaviour Analyst (Ontario)
BCBA: Board Certified Behaviour Analyst
M.ED: Masters in Developmental Psychology and Education
PRT: Pivotal Response Treatment Certificate Level III
ADOS-2: Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (2nd Ed) Certificate