{"id":152,"date":"2026-08-05T16:25:30","date_gmt":"2026-08-05T16:25:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/about\/"},"modified":"2026-09-18T15:36:33","modified_gmt":"2026-09-18T15:36:33","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section preset--module--divi-section--533d3964-1392-4d1c-bd93-733504dfce90\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_flex_row preset--module--divi-row--5798da42-0153-486e-bbac-bf9293f0699a\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone preset--module--divi-column--3c4d0ad5-e9a0-4a01-ba91-3d29e4ff743d\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--8d08a014-b3ae-4116-9581-3e22ad18508b\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>About Beyond Behavior<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_0 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-heading--6124a00a-9650-4e43-97d7-cfd4951810ef\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h1 class=\"et_pb_module_header\" data-et-mv-hidden-phone=\"true\">Built around the child. Shaped by the family.<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--ca076c1a-0ed6-46cd-923a-3be6ab2e5236\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Clinic-based ABA therapy in Hudson for young children with autism and related diagnoses, beginning with strengths, interests, and trust.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_0_wrapper preset--module--divi-button--default_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_0 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-button--default\" href=\"\/beyondbehavior2026\/get-started\/\">Get Started<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone preset--module--divi-column--3c4d0ad5-e9a0-4a01-ba91-3d29e4ff743d\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_0 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2026\/09\/happy-black-teacher-and-small-boy-playing-with-toy-2023-03-10-22-17-40-utc-scaled-1.jpg\" alt=\"A therapist and child learning through play\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2026\/09\/happy-black-teacher-and-small-boy-playing-with-toy-2023-03-10-22-17-40-utc-scaled-1.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2026\/09\/happy-black-teacher-and-small-boy-playing-with-toy-2023-03-10-22-17-40-utc-scaled-1-1280x854.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2026\/09\/happy-black-teacher-and-small-boy-playing-with-toy-2023-03-10-22-17-40-utc-scaled-1-980x654.jpg 980w, https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2026\/09\/happy-black-teacher-and-small-boy-playing-with-toy-2023-03-10-22-17-40-utc-scaled-1-480x320.jpg 480w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-229773 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1067;\" data-original-sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1600px, 100vw\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section preset--module--divi-section--bdd330d8-0d8f-429d-a91b-8fe2c8775187\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_flex_row preset--module--divi-row--5798da42-0153-486e-bbac-bf9293f0699a\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone preset--module--divi-column--3c4d0ad5-e9a0-4a01-ba91-3d29e4ff743d\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--8d08a014-b3ae-4116-9581-3e22ad18508b\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>What Progress Looks Like<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_1 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-heading--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Happy, engaged children making real gains.<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--ca076c1a-0ed6-46cd-923a-3be6ab2e5236\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>We track data carefully, while keeping daily life in view. Meaningful progress can be clearer communication, joining a sibling\u2019s game, or moving through a routine with greater confidence.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone preset--module--divi-column--3c4d0ad5-e9a0-4a01-ba91-3d29e4ff743d\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--bc60ba22-9a88-4e2b-ab36-43498062e41d\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>Child dignity comes first<\/h3>\n<p>We teach useful replacement skills and use proactive strategies that set a child up for success.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--bc60ba22-9a88-4e2b-ab36-43498062e41d\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>Families shape the plan<\/h3>\n<p>Family priorities guide goal selection. Plans are reviewed every six months and adjusted sooner when needs change.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_6 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--bc60ba22-9a88-4e2b-ab36-43498062e41d\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>Skills belong in daily life<\/h3>\n<p>We work with families at home, in the community, and within the routines where each skill matters.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_flex_row\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_4 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_7 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--8d08a014-b3ae-4116-9581-3e22ad18508b\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Meet Our Team<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_2 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-heading--5deo2m5q0s\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">The people behind the care.<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_3 et_pb_row et_flex_row preset--module--divi-row--5798da42-0153-486e-bbac-bf9293f0699a\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone preset--module--divi-column--3c4d0ad5-e9a0-4a01-ba91-3d29e4ff743d\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_group_0 et_pb_group et-last-child et_pb_module et_grid_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_1 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_grid_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2026\/09\/team_1.png\" alt=\"Cara Holtz, M.S., BCBA\" width=\"353\" height=\"347\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2026\/09\/team_1.png 353w, https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2026\/09\/team_1-300x295.png 300w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-229771 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 353px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 353\/347;\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 353px) 100vw, 353px\" \/><\/span>\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_3 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-heading--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Cara Holtz, M.S., BCBA<\/h2><\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_8 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Founder \/ Director of Clinical Operations<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_9 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span>Cara Holtz, founder of Beyond Behavior,\u00a0<\/span><span>has spent more than 20 years turning her passion for behavior analysis into meaningful outcomes for children and families. She holds a master's degree in Behavior Analysis from St. Cloud State University and a bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, where she first discovered her love for the field. Specializing in early intervention, Cara combines evidence-based practices with compassion, collaboration, and a genuine enthusiasm for helping children learn, grow, and succeed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Outside of work, Cara enjoys spending time with her husband, two children and two dogs, making the most of every season outdoors. Whether she's hiking a favorite trail, boating on the water, going for a run, or simply enjoying nature with her family, she values the balance, adventure, and connection that come from an active outdoor lifestyle.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_6 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone preset--module--divi-column--3c4d0ad5-e9a0-4a01-ba91-3d29e4ff743d\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_group_1 et_pb_group et-last-child et_pb_module et_grid_group et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_2 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_grid_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2026\/09\/team2-300x295-1.png\" alt=\"Matt Oelke\" title=\"Matt Oelke\" width=\"300\" height=\"295\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/29\/2026\/09\/team2-300x295-1.png 300w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" class=\"wp-image-229772 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/295;\" data-original-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/span>\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_4 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-heading--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Matt Oelke, MS, BCBA, LPCC<\/h2><\/div>\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_10 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Founder\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_11 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><strong>Founder<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>William \u201cMatt\u201d Oelke, MS, LPC, BCBA has spent over 20 years supporting individuals, families, and communities through the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. A Board Certified Behavior Analyst since 2010, he is also a Licensed Behavior Analyst and Licensed Professional Counselor.<\/p>\n<p>As a founder and behavior analyst at Beyond Behavior, Matt partners with children and families to build meaningful skills, strengthen relationships, and navigate everyday challenges. He also collaborates with schools, clinics, and community organizations to promote inclusive, supportive, and effective environments.<\/p>\n<p>Outside of his professional work, Matt values time with his wife, two children, and the family dogs, who keep life full of joy, movement, and connection. He enjoys an active, outdoorfocused lifestyle\u2014hiking, running, and spending time on the boat during Wisconsin\u2019s summer months, where he finds space to recharge and stay grounded.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_3 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_flex_section preset--module--divi-section--0f5f4701-a550-44ab-95d4-cc8d6125c2e4\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_4 et_pb_row et_flex_row preset--module--divi-row--5798da42-0153-486e-bbac-bf9293f0699a\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_7 et_pb_column et-last-child et_flex_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et_flex_column_24_24 et_flex_column_24_24_tablet et_flex_column_24_24_phone preset--module--divi-column--3c4d0ad5-e9a0-4a01-ba91-3d29e4ff743d\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_5 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-heading--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h2 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Ready to learn more?<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_12 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--ca076c1a-0ed6-46cd-923a-3be6ab2e5236\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Start intake and we will walk you through coverage, availability, and what comes next.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_1_wrapper preset--module--divi-button--f921f3cc-18c9-415b-9ee9-3bd05ddf0f60_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_1 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-button--f921f3cc-18c9-415b-9ee9-3bd05ddf0f60\" href=\"\/beyondbehavior2026\/get-started\/\">Get Started<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":1,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"dipi_cpt_category":[],"class_list":["post-152","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/152","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=152"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/152\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=152"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"dipi_cpt_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/gofarside.com\/beyondbehavior2026\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/dipi_cpt_category?post=152"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}