Dr. Tomanik received her initial clinical training at the University of California, Los Angeles Clinic for the Behavioral Treatment of Children and the Lovaas Institute for Early Intervention. She worked under the supervision of Dr. Ivar Lovaas and Dr. Jacqueline Wynn as a Case Supervisor, Behavioral Consultant, and Therapist. During her time at UCLA she also contributed in the writing of the book, “Teaching Individuals with Developmental Delays: Basic Intervention Techniques” (2003) by O. Ivar Lovaas.