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Dr. Desirie Skeete

Applied Behavior Analysis
Hicksville, New York

Dr. Desirie Skeete is an entrepreneur, author, behavioral-services professional, and community advocate based in Hicksville, New York. She is the owner of NESS Behavior Consulting and NESS Cares, where her work focuses on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), behavioral support, mental health education, special education resources, family advocacy, and connecting parents with qualified providers and community services. Through NESS Cares, Dr. Skeete supports community initiatives that include sensory-resource donations, educational panels addressing mental health and special education, parent-resource connections, and collaboration among professional service providers. She is also developing an international initiative in Jamaica, West Indies, designed to provide special educators with additional training for supporting children with behavioral needs. Dr. Skeete earned a Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Russell Sage College and a Bachelor of Science in Professional Communications from Farmingdale State College. She has also received an honorary doctorate through TIUA School of Business and was recognized with the 2024 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. An accomplished author, Dr. Skeete wrote the self-help book Who Do You Think You Are?, available through Amazon and Barnes & Noble, and is a co-author of the business anthology Moguls Unleashed: Secrets of Business Brilliance. Her professional mission centers on education, empowerment, behavioral support, family resources, and creating stronger connections between communities and the professionals who serve them.

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Specialty Applied Behavior Analysis
Industry Health Services
Location Hicksville, New York

About Dr. Desirie Skeete

I am Dr. Desirie Skeete, an entrepreneur, author, behavioral-services professional, and the owner of NESS Behavior Consulting and NESS Cares in Hicksville, New York. My professional work is centered on Applied Behavior Analysis, behavioral support, mental health, special education, parent advocacy, and helping families connect with the resources and professionals they need.


One of the most meaningful parts of my work is creating stronger connections among families, educators, behavioral professionals, and community service providers. Through NESS Cares, I have been involved in sensory-resource donations, educational panels addressing mental health and special education, community outreach, and initiatives designed to make information and support more accessible to parents and caregivers.


My commitment to education also extends internationally. I am working on an initiative in Jamaica, West Indies, focused on providing special educators with additional training and resources for supporting children with behavioral needs. I believe that when educators, families, and service providers have the right tools and work collaboratively, they can create more positive and meaningful outcomes for children.


I earned my Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Russell Sage College and my Bachelor of Science in Professional Communications from Farmingdale State College. I have also received an honorary doctorate through TIUA School of Business and was honored with the 2024 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.


Writing is another important part of my professional journey. I am the author of the self-help book Who Do You Think You Are?, available through Amazon and Barnes & Noble, and a co-author of Moguls Unleashed: Secrets of Business Brilliance. Whether through behavioral services, education, writing, community advocacy, or entrepreneurship, my goal is to empower people with information, resources, and opportunities that can make a lasting difference in their lives.


Outside of my professional work, I value spending time with my two daughters, supporting their interests, visiting art museums, and enjoying time at the beach.

  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Behavioral Health
  • Mental Health

Career Accomplishments

  • Dr. Desirie Skeete is an entrepreneur, author, behavioral-services professional, and community advocate whose career reflects a strong commitment to Applied Behavior Analysis, mental health education, special education, and family support. As the owner of NESS Behavior Consulting and NESS Cares, she has developed initiatives that connect families with professional resources, strengthen collaboration among service providers, and expand access to behavioral and educational support. Her accomplishments include organizing educational panels on mental health and special education, coordinating sensory-resource donations, assisting parents in locating appropriate services, and developing an international initiative in Jamaica, West Indies, focused on training special educators to better support children with behavioral needs. She is also the author of Who Do You Think You Are? and a co-author of Moguls Unleashed: Secrets of Business Brilliance. In recognition of her leadership, service, and professional achievements, Dr. Skeete received the 2024 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award through TIUA School of Business.

Press & Recognition

Professional Career

NESS Behavior Consulting

Owner

Hicksville, New York, United States of America

NESS Cares

Owner

Hicksville, New York, United States of America

Education & Training

Honorary Doctorate

Education Level: Honorary Doctorate

Institution: TIUA School of Business

United States of America

Applied Behavior Analysis

Education Level: Master's

Institution: Russell Sage College

United States of America

Professional Communications

Education Level: Bachelor of Science

Institution: Farmingdale State College

United States of America

Published Works

  • Moguls Unleashed: Secrets of Business Brilliance
    Business anthology featuring Dr. Desirie Skeete as a co-author, with a focus on entrepreneurship, leadership, professional growth, and business success. Available through Amazon.
  • Who Do You Think You Are?
    Self-help book authored by Dr. Desirie Skeete, focused on personal growth, self-awareness, empowerment, and recognizing one’s potential. Available through Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

Honors & Awards

  • 2024 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award — 2024
    Recognized for leadership, professional achievement, entrepreneurship, and community service through her work in behavioral services, mental health advocacy, special education resources, and family support. The recognition was received through TIUA School of Business.

Community Service

  • Jamaica Special Educator Training Initiative
    Developing an outreach initiative in Jamaica, West Indies, to provide special educators with training and resources for supporting children with behavioral needs.
  • Family & Parent Resource Advocacy
    Helps parents and caregivers identify appropriate behavioral, mental health, and special education providers while strengthening collaboration among community professionals.
  • Sensory Resource Donation Program
    Coordinates donations of sensory materials and resources to support children, families, and members of the local community with behavioral and special education needs.
  • Mental Health & Special Education Community Outreach
    Through NESS Cares, provides mental health and special education resources, organizes educational panels, and connects families with community providers and support services.

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PROFILE SUMMARY

Professional Summary

Dr. Desirie Skeete is an entrepreneur, author, behavioral-services professional, and community advocate based in Hicksville, New York. She is the owner of NESS Behavior Consulting and NESS Cares, where her work focuses on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), behavioral support, mental health education, special education resources, family advocacy, and connecting parents with qualified providers and community services.

Through NESS Cares, Dr. Skeete supports community initiatives that include sensory-resource donations, educational panels addressing mental health and special education, parent-resource connections, and collaboration among professional service providers. She is also developing an international initiative in Jamaica, West Indies, designed to provide special educators with additional training for supporting children with behavioral needs.

Dr. Skeete earned a Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Russell Sage College and a Bachelor of Science in Professional Communications from Farmingdale State College. She has also received an honorary doctorate through TIUA School of Business and was recognized with the 2024 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.

An accomplished author, Dr. Skeete wrote the self-help book Who Do You Think You Are?, available through Amazon and Barnes & Noble, and is a co-author of the business anthology Moguls Unleashed: Secrets of Business Brilliance. Her professional mission centers on education, empowerment, behavioral support, family resources, and creating stronger connections between communities and the professionals who serve them.