Jennifer (Jen) Lewis brings more than two decades of experience supporting children and individuals with diverse developmental, behavioral, and learning needs. As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Illinois Licensed Behavior Analyst, Jen combines her clinical expertise with a strong foundation in counseling, education, and family advocacy.

Jen holds a Master of Science in Counseling with a concentration in School Counseling and previously earned licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Her multidisciplinary background provides a unique perspective on the intersection of behavioral health, emotional well-being, education, and individualized care.

As a mother of three, Jen also understands that navigating a child’s developmental and educational journey can be both rewarding and overwhelming. Her personal experiences with parenting, educational advocacy, and navigating school systems have further shaped her commitment to ensuring families feel heard, informed, and supported.

As Clinical Director of Nest ABA, Jen is passionate about advancing compassionate, individualized, and child-centered ABA services. She believes meaningful progress begins with understanding the whole child, honoring individual differences, and building genuine partnerships with families.

Her guiding philosophy is simple: Every child deserves to be understood, every family deserves to be supported, and meaningful progress should never come at the expense of dignity.