Childhood Autism Spectrum Disorder

Dr. Jessica Glass Kendorski, PhD, NCSP, BCBA-D, is an associate professor and director of professional education in the school psychology and applied behavior analysis programs at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. She received her PhD in school psychology from Temple University. She is a licensed psychologist and maintains certifications as a board certified behavior analyst, and school psychologist. Her primary research and expertise focus on supporting the social, emotional, and behavioral development of children diagnosed with neurodevelopmental disorders through the reform of school and district-wide academic and behavioral policies and practices. Amanda Guld Fisher, PhD, BCBA-D, is an assistant professor and coordinator of the applied behavior analysis (ABA) graduate programs at Temple University. She earned her doctorate in ABA and special education from the Ohio State University. Her research interests include areas such as, the analysis of verbal behavior, staff training and treatment integrity, and the assessment and treatment of challenging behavior. Additionally, she provides consultation to administrators, staff, and parents in training and implementing both systems-level and individualized evidence-based interventions for behavioral excesses and deficits common in individuals with autism.