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Jacquelyn MacDonald is an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Behavior Analysis at Regis College, where she serves as Director of the Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis Program and Co-Director of the Regis Autism Center. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral (BCBA-D®) with over 16 years of clinical experience across diverse settings including schools, residential programs, and day programs for individuals with disabilities.
Research Interests focus on:
- Teaching observational learning to children with autism and developmental disabilities
- Assessment and treatment of problematic behavior
- Application of the behavior momentum metaphor
- Behavioral interventions in educational and clinical contexts
- Interdisciplinary approaches to autism treatment
Publications demonstrate expertise in autism interventions, therapist training, citation education, and behavioral strategies for food aversion. Her work bridges applied research with practical implementation frameworks.
Scientific Awards:
- NECC Outstanding Educator of the Year (2018)
Academic Leadership: Previously served as adjunct faculty at Simmons College and UMass Boston. Currently on the editorial board of Behavioral Interventions and the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy professional practice committee.
