Our Staff

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Richard Laitinen, Ph.D. BCBA-D LBA

CEO of EDT

Graduated from the UC Santa Barbara Special Education Program.

Co-authored three curricula for children with autism and related disabilities as well as peer-reviewed articles and book chapters on various aspects of curriculum, and instructional design and delivery.

Participated on a national panel of experts to determine the qualifications of individuals who provide ABA-based autism services.

Taught all required courses for individuals seeking to become Board Certified Behavior Analysts.

Conducted multiple regional and national workshops on teaching verbal behavior, generative learning, executive functioning and emotional awareness and empathy competencies.

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Kalle Laitinen, BCBA

CFO of EDT

Also provides services at Fit Learning Aptos

Contact Kalle for clinical questions and job opportunities.

Email: klaitinen@abaedtherapies.com