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About Rising Tide Behavior

Melanie Lynch,
MA, BCBA

Founder & Board Certified Behavior Analyst · 15+ Years Experience · Southwest Florida

Melanie Lynch, MA, BCBA, founder and owner of Rising Tide Behavior

About Melanie Lynch, MA, BCBA

Rising Tide Behavior was founded with the belief that every individual deserves compassionate, individualized support that promotes independence, confidence, and meaningful community involvement. Melanie Lynch, MA, BCBA, has worked in the field of special education and developmental disabilities for over 15 years, dedicating her career to supporting individuals and families across all stages of life.

As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and the owner of Rising Tide Behavior, Melanie specializes in providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to individuals of all ages, with a strong passion for supporting young adults and adults with developmental and behavioral needs. Her experience spans school-based programs, community settings, adult services, behavior intervention, life skills development, and individualized programming designed to improve quality of life and independence.

Melanie is committed to creating person-centered services that focus on dignity, inclusion, communication, behavioral growth, and meaningful outcomes for every client and family served. Through evidence-based practices and compassionate care, Rising Tide Behavior strives to empower individuals to reach their fullest potential within their homes, communities, and daily lives. Have questions? Browse our FAQ or reach out directly.

Our Core Values

Dignity

Inclusion

Communication

Behavioral Growth

Meaningful Outcomes

In the Community

Melanie and the Rising Tide team showing up for the people and places they serve.

Rising Tide Behavior team at a community fundraiser event
Melanie and community members at a Rising Tide event
Melanie Lynch at a professional networking event with local leaders

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