Jennifer McConnell
Jennifer McConnell is a licensed and board-certified behavior analyst at Touro University Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities. She has 16 years of experience advocating for, and working with, the Autism population. Jennifer specializes in verbal behavior, imitation skills, social skills, and parent training. She is passionate about empowering parents/caregivers with skills and tools to make connections with their child, and helping individuals learn skills to live a more independent life.
In addition to her master’s degree from Arizona State University in applied behavior analysis, Jennifer is PEERs certified from UCLA. She has worked with toddlers to young adults in school based, community based, and clinic settings as a one-on-one therapist and consultant. Prior to joining Touro, Jennifer was president and cofounder of SWGT a nonprofit organization that advocated for twice exceptional kids. She believes that collaboration, consistency, and kindness are essential to the healthy development of children.
When she is not at Touro, Jennifer is an avid runner and loves spending time with her husband and kids.
