My bio
Danielle Liso, Ph.D., BCBA-D, graduated from Johns Hopkins University in 2000, earning her Masters degree in severe and profound disabilities. She went on to achieve her Doctorate in early childhood special education with a focus on autism in 2005, graduating from Vanderbilt University. She has been a board-certified behavior analyst since 2005.
Dr. Liso has been working the field of autism since 1996 and has been an invited speaker at numerous national and international conferences and events. Some of her previous roles have included special educator, researcher for the U.S. Department of Education, clinical director, owner of a private practice specializing in parent training, assistant professor of special education, and director of an inclusive preschool program.
Dr. Liso serves as the Associate Director for the UF Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD). Her special interests include peer awareness and acceptance of differences, dual diagnosis in ASD, and how to support the mental health and resilience of professionals in the field.
Board certifications
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Board Certified Behavior Analyst - Doctoral
Behavior Analyst Certification Board
Education
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Ph.D. in Early Childhood Special Education - Applied Behavior Analysis/Positive Behavior Support
Peabody College, Vanderbilt University, 2002-2005
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M.S. in Severe and Profound Disabilities - Autism Spectrum Disorders, Inclusive Practices
Johns Hopkins University, 1998-2000
My areas of focus
Gender
Female