Shine CDC

“Empowering Growth Through Compassion and Evidence-Based Care.”

Ms. Ka Ian Choi

Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Ms. Ka Ian Choi is a highly accomplished Behavior Analyst with a Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) from the United Kingdom. She holds multiple international credentials, including the International Behavior Analyst (IBA) certification from the International Behavior Analysis Organization (IBAO), the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) qualification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB), and the Certified Autism Specialist (CAS) designation. Her global expertise reflects a deep commitment to supporting individuals with autism and developmental differences through compassionate, research-backed care.

Personal Experience:

With over 13 years of experience across the UK and UAE, Ka Ian has earned a strong reputation for her evidence-based and empathetic approach to behavior analysis. She has worked closely with children with autism in home, school, and nursery setting, helping them develop essential pre-academic, academic, and adaptive skills. Her work focuses on replacing challenging behaviors with functional, meaningful alternatives that foster long-term growth. Beyond her work with children, Ka Ian also supports adults by teaching functional life skills that promote independence, self-regulation, and community participation.

Her approach combines data-driven precision with deep human understanding, ensuring that every program is personalized to each individual’s strengths and needs. Guided by the belief that everyone has the potential to thrive when supported in the right way, Ka Ian continues to empower individuals of all ages to achieve lasting progress and independence.

Hard Skills

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Behavior Assessment & Intervention Design
Functional Communication & Life Skills Training
Family & Caregiver Training

Soft Skills

  • Empathetic Understanding: Building trust and confidence through compassionate communication and individualized care.

  • Analytical Precision: Using data and observation to guide effective, evidence-based interventions.

  • Empowering Leadership: Supporting families and teams to foster independence, growth, and sustainable progress.