Kenneth D. Shamlian, Psy.D.

Dr. Shamlian's professional training is in the use of behavioral and cognitive-behavioral approaches with children with an autism spectrum disorder, intellectual and developmental disorders, & clinical presentations of common developmental concerns (e.g. potty training, sleep, and parent-child interactions). His approach to working with families emphasizes the careful consideration of parent concerns and challenges as they try to help their child develop to their fullest potential. A major aim is to help families develop methods to interact with their child in ways that support healthy development, in addition to being feasible for the family to use.

Professional Background

Dr. Shamlian is a licensed pediatric psychologist and a licensed, doctoral-level board-certified behavior analyst in New York. He is currently the Director of the Behavioral Treatment Program in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics and the Director of the Crisis Intervention Program at UR. He has over 20 years of experience in mental and behavioral health in school and community outpatient programs, university centers, and medical centers. Over 15 years of this time has included specialty training and experience in working with children with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders.

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