Verbal Behavior Associates
Rachel MacDougall is a BCBA with extensive experience in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Currently employed at Verbal Behavior Associates since January 2023, Rachel has previously held positions as a BCBA at Zinnia Health and CREST, a Strand Specialist at Boston Public Schools, and a BCBA at NE-ARC. Earlier in their career, Rachel served as Assistant Clinical Director at Vinfen and as an ABA Therapist at Apex Behavioral Consulting. Rachel's expertise includes conducting Functional Behavior Assessments, developing academic and function-based behavior support plans, supervising Registered Behavior Technicians, and implementing data collection methods. Rachel holds a Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis from Simmons University and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Vermont.
Verbal Behavior Associates
Who is VBA? Currently partnering with dozens of Southern California school districts, Verbal Behavior Associates (VBA) is a team of roughly 200 credentialed behavioral instructors, Ph.D.’s and other experts who believe all children can be taught to lead independent, fulfilling, and happy lives. VBA works hard to give every child a voice. We focus on setting the highest standards for Applied Behavior Analysis, and recognize that the student is ALWAYS right. We provide instruction and programming that is entirely learner-driven. From general education to moderate/severe cases, we understand what makes your child succeed, and are dedicated to crafting success in whatever form it takes for every individual with autism. Whether you’re a long-time member of the community or have lots of new questions, talk to us about the challenges you’re facing at home or at school. VBA’s professionals are all available for consultation, assistance, support and training…and if we don’t know the answers, we’ll point you towards resources. Turn to VBA for your language development needs, and let us help you give YOUR child a voice. Because success looks different for every family, and we know how to get you there. VBA gives every child a voice. 200± credentialed behavioral instructors, Ph.D.’s & experts convinced all kids can be taught to lead independent, fulfilling, happy lives. High standards for Applied Behavior Analysis recognize the student’s ALWAYS right.