Faculty & Staff Details
Kimberly Crosland, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Division of Applied Research and Educational Support (DARES)
Brief Biography
Dr. Crosland is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and an Assistant Professor in the Division of Applied Research and Educational Support (DARES), Department of Child and Family Studies. She has a Ph.D. in Developmental and Child Psychology from the University of Kansas. Dr. Crosland is the research director for the Behavior Analysis Services Program (BASP). The BASP, in collaboration with the University of Florida, has developed a statewide behavior analytic initiative for foster children and families, which is funded through the Department of Children and Families. The program conducts assessments of children with severe problem behaviors, develops interventions, and trains and supports caregivers in implementing positive, proactive techniques to improve the behavior and well-being of children. Dr. Croslands professional interests are in the area of behavioral assessment, research design, and developmental disabilities. Prior to coming to USF, Dr Crosland was a clinician at the Kennedy Krieger Institute/Johns Hopkins Hospital where she provided treatment evaluations for young children with autism and other developmental disabilities who were displaying challenging behaviors. Dr. Crosland has published in journals that promote knowledge in behavior analysis and developmental disabilities including the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, Research in Developmental Disabilities, Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, and the American Journal on Mental Retardation. She has served as a guest reviewer for both the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis and Research in Developmental Disabilities.
