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Joshua Jessel completed his doctoral degree at Western New England University, focusing his primary research on the assessment and treatment of challenging behavior in autistic children. He served as a postdoctoral fellow at a clinic in Texas, where he directed multiple research-based outpatient clinics across the United States. His research interests include developing safe and efficient methods for assessing challenging behavior exhibited by children with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and evaluating skill-based treatments informed by assessments. Jessel has published over 50 peer-reviewed research articles and book chapters, contributing significantly to fields such as functional assessment and trauma-informed care. His work also involves innovative approaches to addressing challenging behavior through functional analysis, skill-based treatment procedures, and comprehensive models. He is actively engaged in sharing his knowledge through workshops and podcasts.
Brock University • St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada
Teaches courses and supervises research related to applied disability studies.
This entry applies to the general Graduate Studies standard for departments such as English Language and Literature, History, Philosophy, and Sociology.