The vision for The Shoreline Center came from years of searching to find adequate services for our child with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
We found it challenging to meet the demands of our family when spending countless hours on the road, waiting for and researching therapy options. The Shoreline Center offers local, quality services tailored to meet the growing needs of our community. As parents of a child with ASD, we strive to keep the whole family unit in mind. Professionally, Dan has a Bachelor's Degree from Michigan State University in Finance. He serves on the board for the Autism Support of West Shore as the Treasurer. Katie has a Bachelor’s Degree from Michigan State University in Family Community Services. She serves on the Early Childhood Autism Council for the State of Michigan.
The Radley Family
CENTER LEADERSHIP
Kirk Gorbach, Psy.D.
Center Director
Dr. Kirk Gorbach is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with 13 years of experience providing ABA therapy and behavior intervention to children with autism and developmental disabilities. While living in Los Angeles for 5 years and then Milwaukee for 5 years, he was trained in research based ABA therapy that is positive and focuses each child’s unique motivation. Dr. Gorbach has both supervised and implemented services in various roles; as a middle school counselor, as a member of a team that launched a comprehensive autism services treatment line, and through establishing his own practice to work directly with children and their families while providing in-home ABA therapy. A graduate of Grand Valley State University for both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, he has most recently completed his Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree. Dr. Gorbach serves as Lead ABA Faculty in the Graduate Psychology Department at Purdue University Global and enjoys spending time with his wife and three young children.
Kayla Moore, BCaBA
Assistant Center Director
Kayla Moore graduated from Hope College in 2017 with a bachelor of arts degree in psychology; during her undergraduate time, Kayla also minored in communication and religion. Kayla’s experience also includes having worked at an adult foster care home, coached soccer camps for kids with special needs, had an internship in a pre-school classroom for children with autism, and has worked in the field of ABA for over three years. Kayla completed her BCaBA coursework through Florida Institute of Technology’s online program. Outside of work, Kayla enjoys spending time outside with her husband and dog.
Lindsay Hartman, JD, LLM
Director of Human Resources
Lindsay attended The University of Arizona where she received her undergraduate degree in Sociology and Political Science. Lindsay went on to complete a Juris Doctorate and two Masters of Law at Western Michigan University’s Thomas M. Cooley Law School. For eight years, the focus of Lindsay’s legal practice was Health Law Compliance and Insurance Law. After serving as a Lead ABA Technician, Lindsay is now The Shoreline Center’s Director of Human Resources and Development. Lindsay’s involvement with the Disability Network Lakeshore, the Human Relations Commission of Grand Haven, and Extended Grace developed her passion for working with individuals with developmental disabilities as well as those on the autism spectrum.
lindsay.hartman@theshorelinecenter.com
Emily Doty, B.S.
Director of Billing & Account Management
Emily Doty holds a bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics from Saint Mary's College in Notre Dame, IN. After college, she lived and worked in the Chicago area for 14 years in various roles including Market Research, Data Analysis, and Meeting Planning. In 2006, she moved to Grand Haven with her husband and three daughters. After being a stay at home mom for ten years she has most recently worked for Grand Haven Area Public Schools as a part time secretary in the Special Education Department. In her free time, Emily loves to read, play games, travel and spend time with her family.
Cori Whalen, B.S.
Office Manager
Cori has been with The Shoreline Center since we first opened in 2015. She has served as an Administrative Specialist and now as Office Manager. Prior to her work with The Center, Cori worked for Child and Family Services as a Prevention Specialist and as a substitute teacher. She also spent many years raising her family full-time. Cori earned her Bachelor’s degree in English and Writing from Northern Michigan University, and an Elementary Education Teaching Certificate from Spring Arbor University. Cori lives in Grand Haven with her husband and two children, and enjoys traveling, reading and spending time with family and friends.
BCBA STAFF
Lindsay Davis, MA, BCBA
Lindsay Davis studied at Grand Valley State University and graduated in 2011 with a bachelor's degree in psychology. Upon graduating Lindsay moved to Grand Haven and worked in the Grand Haven community providing support for children living with Autism Spectrum Disorders in a variety of settings. Lindsay returned to Grand Valley State University and completed her Masters Degree and Graduate Certificate of Applied Behavior Analysis in 2017, as well as her Psychological Specialist Degree in 2018. In her free time, Lindsay enjoys tap dancing and training for triathlons.
Emily Theil, MA, BCBA
Emily Theil graduated with her Bachelors of Social Work, with a second major in Psychology, from Central Michigan University in 2013. Since then, she has worked with individuals with developmental disabilities. Emily found her calling working with children on the Autism Spectrum using Applied Behavior Analysis. Emily completed her Masters of Education in Curriculum and Instruction/Applied Behavior Analysis in December 2016 and received her certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in September 2017. Emily intends to continue working in the field with this subset of individuals working towards positive change.
Jennifer Doering, MA, BCBA
Jennifer Doering graduated with her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Grand Valley State University in 2012. She then began working with children on the Autism Spectrum and decided to return to school to pursue her Master’s. Jennifer graduated from Ball State University with her Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis with an emphasis in autism in 2017. She grew up in southeast Michigan and moved to the west side of the state in the summer of 2019. Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys attending HIIT classes and spending time with her 2 cats.
Jennifer.Doering@theshorelinecenter.com
McKenna Ketelaar, MA, BCBA
McKenna Ketelaar graduated from Central Michigan University in 2017 with her Bachelors in Family Studies and a minor in American Sign Language. During her time there she volunteered at an ABA clinic, where she found her passion for Applied Behavior Analysis. In 2019, McKenna graduated from Ball State University with a Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, with an emphasis in Autism. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, friends and dog, Colt.
Mckenna.Ketelaar@theshorelinecenter.com
BCaBA STAFF
Ashley DeBrot, BA, BCaBA
Ashley graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Grand Valley State University in 2014. She continued her education with a focus on Applied Behavior Analysis through Florida Institute of Technology's online program. Ashley passed the Board exam for her BCaBA in November 2018 and has worked in the field of ABA since 2016. Ashley has over 10 years of experience working with children. Outside of work, Ashley enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and friends.
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY STAFF
Tammi Ryan, OTRL
Tammi Ryan, OTRL earned her Occupational Therapy Degree in 2001 from Western Michigan University. She has worked in a variety of settings with pediatric and adult clients; including in-home care, outpatient, and inpatient services. Her passion is working with children and she is trained in DIRfloortime, Therapeutic Listening, and Neuro-Developmental Treatment. Tammi enjoys working together with families to increase their child's independence. In her personal time, Tammi spends cherished minutes with her husband and two boys.
Paige Galbreath, OTRL
Paige Galbreath, OTRL earned her masters degree from Western Michigan University in 2018. She has clinical experience with pediatrics, and acute care services. She has a passion for working with children and creating ways to allow them to enjoy life to the fullest. In her free time, Paige enjoys spending time with her family, and friends, going to concerts, and snuggling with her dog.
SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY STAFF
Kimberly Schoeck, CCC-SLP
Kimberly Schoeck, M.A., CCC-SLP, received a Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology from Northwestern University and dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Communication Arts and English from Trinity Christian College. She has experience treating children, adolescents and adults with autism spectrum disorders and other communication disorders, including apraxia of speech, articulation and phonology, oral motor and feeding disorders, social language disorders, auditory processing disorders, hearing loss and Down Syndrome. Kimberly is trained in PROMPT; Lindamood Bell's Visualizing and Verbalizing for Cognitive Development, Comprehension and Thinking; Theraplay; the SOS Approach to Feeding; and Multisensory Grammar; and in 2017 earned an Award for Continuing Education from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Kimberly's commitment to exploring research and treatment methods helps inform her practice when creating individualized therapy programs. She has experience developing and implementing intensive therapy programs in Illinois and has also spent a year living and working in Belize, Central America.
Lauren Burkhardt, CCC-SLP
Lauren Burkhardt graduated with a M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Western Michigan University and obtained a B.S. in Allied Health Sciences with a minor in Spanish from Grand Valley State University. She has gained experience working with clients of all ages who have various speech and language disorders during her time at Western through the Charles Van Riper Language, Speech, and Hearing Clinic and the Child Trauma Assessment Center. She also spent some time providing speech and language services to children in the Hudsonville and Grand Rapids Public schools. Lauren has a passion for working with children and providing therapy that is fun, individualized, and interactive so that it will have the greatest impact on her clients’ ability to communicate in every day life. Outside of work, Lauren enjoys spending time with her baby girl, as well as sailing and walking outside with her dog.
Hannah Miller, CFY-SLP
Hannah Miller graduated with a M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Central Michigan University where she also received my B.A.A. in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Psychology. Hannah’s practicum experience in graduate school provided the opportunity to work with a variety of populations and disorders. At the Carls Center for Clinical Care and Education Hannah spent time on the literacy evaluation team as well as with the Approved Autism Evaluation Center. Other graduate clinical experiences included implementing the First Author comprehensive writing curriculum at Glare Gladwin RESD and providing speech and language services at Rockford Public Schools across home, community, elementary, and middle school settings. Hannah has work experience as student support staff in an emotionally impaired classroom where she supported middle school students to succeed in their least-restrictive environment. Hannah is an advocate for early intervention and is passionate about working with children and their families to provide the tools they need to be successful in making meaningful connections through communication! In Hannah’s free time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, trying new foods, and thrift shopping.
hannah.miller@theshorelinecenter.com
Mallory Groenevelt, CCC-SLP
Mallory Groenevelt, M.A., CCC-SLP, received a Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology from Central Michigan University. She has gained experience working as an ABA technician and RBT prior to graduate school. Mallory worked for Behavior Consultants of West Michigan, providing in-home care and Developmental Enhancement LLC, providing care within a center, including discrete-trial and peer-based therapy. Following graduate school, Mallory worked for St. Joseph Intermediate School District where she provided speech therapy services within the Early On program of Michigan, gaining experience implementing early intervention services to infants and toddlers from 2 to 3 years of age. Throughout this opportunity, she worked closely with parents and families to address developmental delays or disabilities, while coaching them on communication milestones and strategies to help improve language skills. In addition, Mallory provided speech therapy services to the Sturgis and Three Rivers Early Childhood Special Education programs, collaborating with teachers and staff within the preschool classroom. She has worked with children and adolescents to evaluate and treat fluency, literacy and speech-sound disorders, as well as social language skills within the school setting for 2 years. Most recently, Mallory worked for Kelloggsville Public Schools as a Speech-Language Pathologist treating students grades 4th-8th. Mallory is passionate about communication and speech therapy that is contextualized and individualized to meet the needs of all communicators. Her focus is on continued education, promoting therapy that is evidence-based and effective. In her free time, Mallory enjoys being outdoors, hiking and spending time with her husband and dog.
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Tammy Bross
Administrative Specialist
Tammy Bross recently completed her education through Thompson M-TEC in the Medical Office FastTrack program. She obtained her certification as both a Medical Administrative Assistant, and an Electronic Health Record Specialist. She is a parent to a child on the autism spectrum, so she can relate on a personal level to the parents and children who come into our center. Tammy is active in the children’s ministry at her church and enjoys spending quality time with her two daughters.
Jodi Smith
Administrative Specialist
Jodi Smith studied at Muskegon Business College, where she received her Associate Degree in Accounting/Data Processing. Before staying home to raise her family Jodi spent over ten years as a Human Resource Coordinator. Practicing human resources in the manufacturing industry provided her the opportunity to work in all areas of HR including recruiting, employee relations, incentives, benefits, payroll and workers compensation. Most recently Jodi has successfully operated her own Jewelry business for four years and served in a variety of roles on the board with Champion Gymnastics Boosters where her daughter trained for seven years. Jodi a lifelong resident of West Michigan currently lives in Spring Lake with her husband Don and two children. In her spare time Jodi enjoys reading, gardening and spending time with family and friends.
