Norwalk, CT Location
Our Norwalk Team
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Meghan Perazella
M.Ed. BCBA LBA (CT)
Co-Founder & CEO
Launching The Hangout Spot with her Co-Founder is the culmination of Meghan’s professional and personal journey focused on bringing a level of care and support to her community that foundationally improves lives one at a time. Meghan brings passion and over seventeen years of experience to The Hangout Spot, having provided special education and behavior analytic services in the center, home-, and public-school settings throughout Fairfield County. Meghan has co-authored publications in Autism Parenting Magazine and Behavioral Science in the 21st Century blog and served as an adjunct faculty member at the University of Saint Joseph. She is a five-time prize recipient of awards honoring excellence and leadership in working with children with disabilities. Meghan earned her Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction for Students with Severe Special Needs and Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Human Development from Boston College. She later completed her Post-Master BCBA Certificate at Endicott College.
Molly Yordon
MS BCBA LBA (CT)
Molly is a Senior Board Certified Behavior Analyst who thoroughly enjoys being able to work directly with clients and families every day. After obtaining her Bachelor’s of Psychology from the University of Connecticut, she began her career in the special education school setting, where she developed a passion for helping children of all ages. Soon after, Molly pursued her Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis. She is a talented, empathetic and patient clinician who is wholly dedicated to achieving a collaborative and supportive experience for our learners at The Hangout Spot community.
Edward Sweeney
M.Ed. BCBA LBA (CT)
Edward (“Teddy”) is a Senior Board Certified Behavior Analyst who loves coming to work every day and is passionate about providing effective and ethical treatment for all of his clients. He enjoys making meaningful connections and skill building with clients through play-based teaching. Upon receiving his undergraduate degree from Drew University, Edward was unsure of his next step. He had always envisioned working in a laboratory setting, but that all changed when he was introduced to UNIFIED sports. This opened the possibilities of building skills through sports and other games. To that end, Edward began his career as a Therapeutic Support Staff at SPIN Inc. in Philadelphia. While at SPIN, Edward found that he enjoyed working with clients, but he was also interested in all of the work that goes on behind the scenes like conducting assessments, developing plans, and training staff and families. This led to him pursuing his Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis. Upon graduation from his Master’s program at Arcadia University, Edward completed his BCBA requirements while working as a Lead ABA Instructor at EASTCONN’s Bridges Community School. After completing his supervision hours and passing his certification exam, Edward has spent the last year as a BCBA at Hubbard Day School in Stamford, CT.
Audrey Cook
Registered Behavior Technician
and Autistic Advocate
Audrey has worked with individuals with autism ages 3-26 since she was a teenager. In 2018, she transformed her passion into a career, graduating from the University of Hartford with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary and Special Education. Upon graduation, she served as a special education teacher in Harlem and the South Bronx, gaining invaluable experience working with elementary and middle school students. Audrey is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and Special Education with a concentration in Severe Disabilities at Endicott College. She is eager to join the field as a BCBA upon obtaining her degree. Audrey’s ability to develop strong relationships with her clients, passion, and creativity are just a few of the attributes that make her an asset to The Hangout Spot community.
Kelly Clavette
Registered Behavior Technician
Kelly’s experience working with children has inspired her to pursue a career in Applied Behavior Analysis. Her compassion and understanding for all kids derives from a diverse work history including overseeing rambunctious boys who taught her how to play; working at a local children’s library which encouraged her to embrace the wonder of a child’s imagination; and her time in a structured school setting supporting a small group of kids with unique personalities and strong desires to learn. Kelly earned her B.A. in Psychology from Western Connecticut State University where she took a range of psychology courses to find the right fit and where to best channel her passion. She brings a love for learning and behavioral psychology that will help her support children as they learn to foster and expand meaningful social connections. She is currently pursuing her M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis at Western Connecticut State University and post-graduation is excited to follow the path to become a BCBA.
Esther Clebert
Registered Behavior Technician
Esther, born and raised in Norwalk, Connecticut, is an avid student who embraces all she’s learned. Her varied studies include Public Relations which gives her a deep understanding of managing human relationships and a profound appreciation for how important it is to be fluent in social skills. Esther’s studies have also compelled her to help others refine these life-changing social skills. Her experience working with kids at a summer camp helped her realize that she has great enthusiasm for music, singing, digital arts, and design and how they positively impact children’s lives. And after graduating from Southern Connecticut State University, she hopes to continue gaining experience in places that allow her to support her community and improve lives one at a time.
Claire Borgatti
Behavior Technician
Claire is a Registered Behavior Technician with a genuine passion for making positive impacts on children’s lives. She began her career in Applied Behavior Analysis as an intern at The Hangout Spot in the Summer of 2023, quickly realizing her love for the field. Claire is currently finishing her bachelor’s degree in Psychological Sciences with a minor in Human Development and Family Sciences at UConn Stamford, with the intention of pursuing a Masters in Special Education or continuing studies in the ABA field. Claire is incredibly dedicated to improving learner’s lives one at a time and has an amazing career journey ahead of her.
Lauren Daignault
Behavior Technician
Lauren’s experience and passion working with children of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities has inspired her to pursue a career in special education. She herself having a learning disability has given her the ability to adapt, improvise, and overcome the challenges of being a neurodivergent student. She attended Sacred Heart University and Norwalk Community College and plans on going back to school to obtain a degree In Special Education. Her love for learning and her dedication to making a difference in the lives of all the children she works with makes her a great asset to The Hangout Spot.
Kylie Copeland
Behavior Technician
Kylie is a Behavior Technician who believes that no one is born into this world to be alone. She earned her BM.Ed. from the University of North Florida and spent four years teaching at a Title I, inner city school for dyslexic students. Face to face with some of the toughest behaviors in her entire county, she got right to work. Kylie collaborated with her school’s RBT and Guidance Counselor to facilitate a social skills curriculum and host “buddy lunches” every day, both designed to help students build relationships with peers. During her four years at this school, it became well known that no one left Ms. Copeland’s class without a friend. When Kylie moved to Connecticut, she was so excited to discover The Hangout Spot and a new career that fiercely matched her passion for fostering human connection.