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We’re the leading experts in the treatment of Autism.

Bridges team of committed, experienced professionals care for the well-being of clients and their families by providing high quality, effective and timely service. The staff stays current on the latest research and has the expertise and credentials to achieve life-changing outcomes.

Our Mission Statement

The mission of Bridges is to improve the quality of life for individuals with Autism and those who support them by providing exceptional  behavioral healthcare and related services.

Founder and CEO Stacy Ertle Leads Inside and Outside the Organization

Bridges Founder and CEO Stacy Ertle has dedicated her career to creating breakthroughs for children and adults with Autism. She has spent more than two decades as a clinician providing personal, focused, and successful support to children, adults and their families. She continues to offer that personal touch today at the helm of New Mexico’s largest, most respected Autism treatment organization. Ms. Ertle has led Bridges’ efforts to increase impact by offering new services such as Autism Diagnostic Evaluations, Speech Therapy and the creation of our new ABA Center. By building our capacity of providers and offering these services, Bridges is able to expand our impact by meeting the needs of increased numbers of children, adults and families in New Mexico. Named one of the state’s fastest growing companies in 2014 and 2019 by Albuquerque Business First, Bridges has garnered accolades and attention for the outstanding level of care team members offer clients and their families. Ms. Ertle is the recipient of the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce Chamber’s Entrepreneurial Spirit Award and was named both a Top Performing CEO and among New Mexico’s Women of Influence by Albuquerque Business First.

Ms. Ertle also volunteers her time to support the Autism community. She is a former member of the Advisory Board of the Best Buddies of New Mexico and past- Vice President of the New Mexico Autism Society. She is active in the public policy arena. She has testified for various committees at the New Mexico Legislature on behavioral healthcare needs for individuals with Autism and supported legislative breakthroughs on behalf of the Autism community.

Ms. Ertle is a member of Albuquerque Economic Forum and she holds a Masters in Clinical Psychology.

Bridges clients and families benefit from our Comprehensive Care Model of services, provided by a multidisciplinary team of clinicians.

Bridges staff includes Board Certified Behavior Analysts, Clinical Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, Speech Therapists and Registered Behavior Technicians. Our staff is committed to our clients and their success.

Clinical Team

Susan (2)

Susan Fule, LCSW

Intake Coordinator

Patty

Patty Weigand, PhD, BCBA

ABA Compliance Officer

Dr. Catherine Kovatch, BCBA

Autism Diagnostician

Jaye Odom 2

Jaxcy Odom, BCBA, PsyD

Autism Diagnostician

Abby Hoeksema, M.S., CCC-SLP

Speech Language Pathologist

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Crystal Aragón, BCBA

Jaime (2)

Jaime Baker, BCBA

Melanie Bolton

Melanie Bolton, BCBA

Erica 2

Erica Cooper, BCBA

Leanna Ederer

Leanna Ederer, BCBA

Fernanda Garcia

Fernanda Garcia, BCBA

Carly Gonzalez, BCBA

Kyle GC 2

Kyle Gundling-Childs, BCBA

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Cierra Morrison, BCBA

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Skye Nelson, BCBA

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Stephanie Ogden, BCBA

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Erin Smith, BCBA

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Gabriela Valdez, BCBA

Kyle Wortman

Kyle Wortman, BCBA

Leadership Team

Mike Miller

General Manager

Laura (2)

Laura Wuest, CPA

Accounting Manager

Nadine Sanchez

ABA Center Manager

James Houston

RBT Manager

Sarah Baca, MBA

Marketing Director

Shannon

Shannon Schum

RBT Manager

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Locations

ABA Center Location:
9019 Washington St. NE
Building A
ABQ, NM 87113

Office Location:
5200 Padadena NE
Suite F
ABQ, NM 87113

Phone: (505) 856-6880
Fax: (505) 226-3299

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  • Individual and Family Counseling
  • Autism Diagnosis Evaluations

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