SENTINEL BEHAVIORAL CONSULTING

I’m Raakel Elzy, M.A., BCBA, LBA—a seasoned behavioral health executive and Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 18 years of experience driving clinical excellence and organizational growth across diverse human services settings. My career has spanned direct clinical care, program development, and executive leadership, giving me a unique, systems-level perspective on what it takes to deliver high-quality, ethical, and sustainable services.

Currently serving as Vice President of Clinical Operations for a health and human services organization, I lead statewide autism services and foster care programs, blending operational oversight with strategic vision. My background includes directing multi-site clinical teams, developing integrated care models, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving quality initiatives that align with both client outcomes and organizational goals.

I bring a deep commitment to evidence-based practice, equity, and collaboration—values that have guided my leadership roles in nonprofit, education, and healthcare sectors. As a consultant, I partner with organizations to elevate clinical systems, optimize staff performance, and build scalable service models that meet the evolving needs of their communities.

Whether you’re a provider navigating change, a leader seeking to develop your team, or an organization aiming to grow sustainably—I’m here to support your mission with strategic insight and actionable solutions.