Cardinal Pediatric Therapies

ABA Therapy Services in Johnston County, North Carolina

At Cardinal Pediatric Therapies, our mission is to empower families across Johnston County through high-quality, evidence-based care for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental needs.

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  • For Ages 2-18
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Autism Therapy Clinic

Cardinal's Pediatric Cary Office

  • Ages:
  • 2 - 18 years
  • Hours:
  • Appointment recommended
    Mon - Fri: 8am - 5pm
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Improving the Skills Needed

For Your family to thrive

Language & communication

Attention & Learning

Social Skills

Behavior Improvement

Daily Living Skills

Motor Skills

Play Skills

Academic Success

Working with providers to

Expand our Care

We collaborate with local developmental psychologists, pediatric psychiatrists, and other specialists. Fill out our referral form to refer a patient to the Cardinal Pediatric therapies.

  • Center based aba Therapy
  • In-home aba therapy
  • Intersectional professional collaboration
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Get the best ABA therapy for Autism

Specialized autism therapy in the Johnston County area

Cardinal Pediatric Therapies provides ABA therapy services near Johnston County through a welcoming, therapeutic environment where children with autism can develop essential skills in communication, behavior, and social interaction.

  • Bright, open therapy rooms for both individual sessions and collaborative group work
  • Interactive game zones that make social skill development fun and engaging
  • Cozy reading nooks where children can explore books and build literacy skills
  • Creative arts stations for hands-on projects that develop fine motor abilities
  • Safe indoor playgrounds designed for sensory-friendly movement and play

Our Comprehensive Autism Therapy Services

Cardinal Pediatric Therapies serves Johnston County families with children of all ages through the following services:

In-Clinic ABA Therapy

18 months - 13 years. Assessments, Personalized Treatment, and Ongoing Support.

Parent Coaching

Guidance for caregivers at every stage.

Group Family Coaching

Learning sessions designed to strengthen families' abilities to help children with autism.

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Dr. Mike Henderson, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA

Regional Operations Director

North Carolina

Mike Henderson, PhD, LBA, BCBA-D, is the Regional Operations Director at Cardinal Pediatric Therapies. With over two decades of experience in behavior analysis and organizational leadership, he focuses on mentoring teams and fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, and excellence in client care. Mike believes strong leadership and supportive systems are essential for helping clients, families, and providers succeed together.

Felicia Freeman

Clinic Manager

I am Felicia Freeman, the Clinic Manager for Cardinal Pediatric Therapies. I have been in ABA for several years now and am passionate about the community that we serve. I started out as an RBT, decided to go the administrative route, and worked my way up to managing clinics. I choose this field every day because I enjoy making a meaningful impact in the lives of our clients and building strong teams that change lives.

Amanda Dean, MA, BCBA, LBA

Johnston County, NC

Amanda graduated from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2018 with her Masters in Psychology. She proceeded to complete her graduate certificate in ABA and became a BCBA in November 2020. Amanda has a passion for behavior reduction, tolerance training and functional communication training. She enjoys spending as much time as she can with her 3 children and husband. When she’s not working, Amanda is very involved in her local Pop Warner Cheerleading program where she is the Assistant Cheer Director and a head coach.

Becky Fronheiser

Operations Director

Arizona

Becky has worked in behavioral health for 7 years. She joined Cardinal in the spring of 2024.  Becky is grateful for the opportunity to work with such a passionate group of people and looks forward to supporting families with their specific ABA needs.  In her personal time, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband, 6 kids and 4 grandkids and loves to travel and relax on the beach.

Matthew Wilkinson

Operations Director

Cary, NC

Matthew holds a bachelors degree from the University of Utah, Medical Degree from the Autonomous University of Guadalajara and an MBA from Western Governors University. He has worked in the pediatric field for the majority of his professional life and has a passion for helping bring the best care to children in need. He enjoys spending time with his wife and three children and day trips to the coast.

 

Trisha Iannotta Bieszczad, PsyD., BCBA

Triad, NC

Trisha is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with extensive expertise since 2016 in applying behavior analytic principles to improve the lives of children and adolescents. Her professional journey began with a doctoral degree in clinical psychology, emphasizing child and adolescent development. This foundation has equipped her with a deep understanding of psychological theories and practices, which she seamlessly integrates into her work as a BCBA. Outside of her professional endeavors, Trisha enjoys reading, spending time outdoors with her family & trying out new restaurants. Trisha’s dedication to both her career and personal interests reflects her commitment to continual growth and enrichment, both professionally and personally. Her multifaceted background allows her to approach each aspect of her life with a blend of expertise, enthusiasm, and a genuine appreciation for learning and exploration.

Tina Lee

Director of Finance

Tina Lee is the Finance Director for Cardinal with a variety of experience in the Healthcare Industry for over 13 years. She is compassionate and always eager to assist where she can. In the ever-changing Healthcare environment, Tina has played a vital role in putting processes in place to obtain high efficiency outcomes to help our clients get the care they need. Tina enjoys the outdoors and loves spending time with her family.

William Evans

Director of Outreach and Recruitment

William is a UNCW Graduate who started his professional career working in Marketing and Recruiting for a local technology company before looking for an opportunity to take those skills and help others. In his spare time he plays hockey, including annually for the North Carolina Autism Hockey Tournament, which is dedicated to the raising money and awareness for organizations helping local families with children diagnosed with autism.

Alice Okamoto, MA, BCBA, LBA

Chief of Staff

Alice has been with Cardinal for over 4 years and has worn many hats along the way!  Alice has a passion for working with clients and families as a unit, supervising behavior analyst trainees, and collaborating on strategic initiatives to ensure clinical efficiencies.  Alice‘s professional experience began with ABA in a school setting, and has worked in schools, homes, and clinics throughout the years while enjoying collaboration with related providers.  In her free time, Alice enjoys traveling, exploring parks with her dog, Oliver, and trying new restaurants. 

Darrin Miller

CEO

Darrin has dedicated his education and career to the field of behavioral health. As a licensed therapist and master’s in clinical counseling he works to create solutions that improve the lives of those impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorder at a local, state, and national level. He strives to create a culture of caring and empathy while innovating solutions for improving families’ access to quality care as quickly as possible.