Rain Newbold-Coco

Rain Newbold-Coco, Ph.D., BCBA-D, is an Affiliate Faculty member at The Chicago School in the Department of Applied Behavior Analysis. With over 20 years of experience in mental health and ABA, she has taught at undergraduate and graduate levels and worked as a clinician and agency administrator. Her expertise spans autism, multiculturalism, and caregiver training.

• B.S., Psychology, Special Education Minor - Florida State University
• M.A., Counseling - Webster University
• Ph.D., Industrial Organizational Psychology - Capella University

Rain’s research and applied work focuses on effective ABA interventions for vulnerable populations, emphasizing culturally responsive methodologies. As a parent of a child with ASD, she advocates for client-centered care and practical ABA strategies for caregivers.

Her professional contributions include experience in mental health administration and clinical work across home, school, and community settings. She specializes in training staff and caregivers to implement ABA techniques effectively.