Employee Spotlight: Trevon Hanson, RBT

Where do you call home?

I was born in Cameroon. It was my first home, and I now call the USA my second home.

How many years have you worked in the ABA field?

I’ve been working in ABA since 2017. Before that, I was a nurse.

How did you end up in the field of ABA?

I worked for a lovely family from Connecticut. Later, they became close friends of mine. I always wanted to be a lawyer, and at the time, was working with a renowned group of attorneys.

The attorney general I worked for suggested that I look into counseling because she thought I was good with people. While doing research to learn more about counseling, I came across ABA. I decided to challenge myself and apply for a job in ABA. This choice happened to be the best choice I’ve made in my professional life.

What is the most fulfilling part of your job?

The most fulfilling part of my work is the ability to use psychological scientific truths to improve the lives of the kids I work with. It is truly an honor to be a role model to young boys and girls and to help them become fuller versions of themselves.

How do you unwind after work?

After work, I unwind by reading a book, watching a relaxing tv show, or listening to music.

What are some interesting facts about yourself?

One interesting thing about me is how passionate I am in my pursuit of knowledge. My ultimate goal is to ensure that I leave the world in a much better state than I met it.