Samantha Hightower, M.Ed., BCBA

Project Manager, Behavioral Program Director, & Sleep Support Specialist

Samantha "Sam" Hightower is an experienced Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over a decade of expertise in the field. Since earning her certification, she has dedicated her career to providing high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children, families, and caregivers.

Sam commenced her journey in 2013, offering direct ABA services to children aged 2-12 and their parents/caregivers across home, school, and center-based settings. Her passion for the field propelled her into a Program Director role, where she honed her skills in supervising behavior technicians, treatment planning, report writing, and developing comprehensive behavior intervention plans.

With a deep commitment to her clients' success, Sam derives great satisfaction from empowering children to achieve independence, develop essential skills, communicate effectively, and providing invaluable support to parents. Her areas of expertise encompass sleep behavior, social skills, and executive functioning skills.

On top of her clinical role at Joyscape, Sam is apart of the admin team as the teams “Project Manager.” She is passionate about supporting her colleagues and collaborating with them on all committee/Joyscape projects.

As a Sleep Consultant, Sam’s journey into sleep education began in a way many others can relate to — through personal experience. Like many, she first became interested in sleep interventions when struggling with her own sleep issues. What started as a personal quest for better rest evolved into a professional passion, especially after having her own children and navigating the complex world of sleep training.

To further develop her expertise in this specialized area, she completed a comprehensive sleep behavior mentorship under Tina Hanson, a respected BCBA and sleep coach. This mentorship, combined with her professional background as a BCBA, has given her a unique perspective that bridges evidence-based practices with practical, family-centered solutions.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Sam values quality time with her family, exploring local parks with her children, and embracing outdoor activities that promote a balanced lifestyle.