Understanding the Behavior Therapist Shortage in Florida and Charting a Path Forward

Kerri P. Peters Clinical Assistant Professor
Kerri P. Peters Ph.D., BCBA-D

Kerri Peters, PhD, BCBA-D was awarded a foundation grant from the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council, Inc. (FDDC) for her research project “Understanding the Behavior Therapist Shortage in Florida and Charting a Path Forward.”

This project seeks to establish a collaborative task force between applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapists, AHCA, Medicaid, private insurance, along with membership of university representatives of behavior analysis academic training programs, and families to identify and address unmet needs and ensure quality services through improved access to ABA therapists in all Florida Counties.