Laura Wilhelm

Laura Wilhelm, BCBA, LABA, is an Adjunct Professor at Assumption University with extensive experience in applied behavior analysis. She is also a Program Specialist at the New England Center for Children and a doctoral candidate in Applied Behavior Analysis at Western New England University.

• Education:
  • B.A. in Elementary Education and Applied Behavior Analysis, Midland Lutheran College
  • M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis, Western New England University

Her research focuses on symbolic play and restricted/repetitive behaviors in autism, alongside strategies to enhance vocational independence for neurodiverse individuals. She integrates clinical practice with academic mentorship in graduate research methods.

As a Program Specialist, Wilhelm contributes to behavioral intervention programs and collaborates on developmental research at the New England Center for Children. Her doctoral work continues to bridge clinical and educational applications of behavior analysis.