Kasey Bedard

Kasey Bedard, Ph.D., BCBA-D, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Applied Behavior Analysis at The Chicago School. She specializes in behavior analytic services for individuals with Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) and has extensive experience in clinical practice, research, and parent training programs across residential, home, and community settings.

• Ph.D., The Chicago School (2021)
• Masters in Education, Arizona State University (2015)
• Bachelors of Science, University of Florida (2013)

Her research focuses on rare neurogenetic disorders, particularly PWS, integrating telehealth and computer-based instruction for caregiver training. She emphasizes expanding behavior-analytic services via grant-funded initiatives to underserved populations.

Key publication trends include:

• Behavioral interventions for PWS
• Telehealth implementation in ABA
• Caregiver-led treatment models
• Intersection of ABA and dietary management
• Pandemic-related parental stress analysis
• Service accessibility for developmental disabilities

Dr. Bedard supervises aspiring behavior analysts and has developed innovative programs like PWS Smart Start. She serves on international committees for PWS best-practice guidelines and has presented at major conferences including the Association for Behavior Analysis International Convention and Prader-Willi Syndrome Association events.