ABOUT SOLROOT

Solroot Behavioral Services & Consultation’s mission is to provide respectful, naturalistic behavioral services that promote dignity, safety, and functional independence. We work with individuals with disabilities and their team to foster purposeful growth, meaningful engagement, and a life grounded in joy and autonomy.

Our philosophy at Solroot Behavioral Services & Consultation is grounded in the belief that meaningful behavior change emerges when we support the whole person in honoring their identity, environment, communication style, and natural ways of engaging with the world. Applied Behavior Analysis should be practiced in a naturalistic and holistic manner, integrating joy, relationship-building, community-access and client-led exploration to create learning opportunities that feel authentic and respectful.

We strive to create supportive systems that uphold dignity, autonomy, and joy, while using evidence-based strategies to teach functional skills that enhance quality of life.

Madeline Gelmetti is the founder and Clinical Director of Solroot Behavioral Services & Consultation. She is an educator and Board Certified Behavior Analyst dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental disabilities through compassionate, naturalistic, and person-centered care. Her work focuses especially on adolescents, young adults, and adults, including individuals with limited verbal communication and those who benefit from highly individualized behavior support.

Madeline holds a B.A. in Childhood Studies, a Master’s degree in Special Education, Graduate Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis and Certificate in Special Education & Law Advocacy from University of San Diego School of Law. Over the past thirteen years, she has served in a wide range of roles across the special education field — as a certified special education teacher, administrator, Director of Special Education, and Director/Principal of a community-based nonpublic school supporting individuals from high school age through adulthood.

Throughout her career, her work has centered on individuals with complex support needs, particularly those experiencing communication differences and behavioral challenges that impact daily living, community participation, and overall quality of life. She has extensive experience providing behavior analytic services across home, school, and community settings, and is known for her collaborative approach with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams.

Madeline began Solroot Behavioral Services & Consultation with a commitment to providing thoughtful, holistic support that honors each person’s strengths, goals, and lived experience. Her approach emphasizes dignity, autonomy, meaningful skill development, and practical strategies that help individuals build greater independence and quality of life.