Ms. Bassos is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and consultant to Behavioral Directions, LLC who holds a Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Northeastern University.  She received extensive training in the education and treatment of individuals with autism spectrum disorders, with an emphasis in early intervention, at the highly respected New England Center for Children, where she conducted research, teacher training and served as a case manager.  She was previously a classroom teacher at the Ivymount School in Rockville, MD.   Ms. Bassos has also presented at both local and international conferences.  Her professional interests include early intervention and research supporting best practice.