Debra Leach, Ed.D., BCBA
Debra Leach, Ed.D., BCBA, is Professor of Special Education at Winthrop University
and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She previously served as a public school teacher,
as an early intervention provider, and as Associate Director for the Florida Atlantic University
Center for Autism and Related Disabilities. Her main research interests include autism spectrum
disorders, inclusion, applied behavior analysis, positive behavior supports, and early intervention.
She enjoys training preservice teachers and working with school districts, families,
and community groups to support the successful inclusion of children, adolescents, and adults
with autism spectrum disorders in home, school, and community contexts.