Rachel Schaff, M.Ed., BCBA

Rachel is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA), and Clinic Coordinator at the CCSN Behavioral Health ABA Clinic in Farmington, Connecticut. With over a decade of experience in education and behavioral services, Rachel is passionate about supporting meaningful skill development in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), while also fostering the professional growth of the clinicians and behavior technicians she supervises.

Rachel began her career in Early Childhood Special Education before transitioning to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in 2018. She holds a Master of Science in Education in Inclusive Early Childhood Special Education and an Advanced Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis, both from Hofstra University. Throughout her career, she has provided services in home-based and clinic-based settings, working with individuals ranging from early childhood through adolescence.

Rachel's clinical approach emphasizes individualized, evidence-based interventions that prioritize the acquisition of socially significant skills. She believes that meaningful progress extends beyond the mastery of individual treatment goals and focuses on developing skills that promote independence, enhance quality of life, and support learners in navigating their environments throughout their lifespan.

In her role as Clinic Coordinator, Rachel is equally committed to developing the skills and clinical competencies of the professionals she supervises. She values mentorship, ongoing professional development, and creating opportunities for staff to strengthen their clinical judgment and implementation of evidence-based practices. With a growing interest in Organizational Behavior Management (OBM), Rachel is passionate about applying behavioral principles to support staff performance, strengthen clinical systems, and promote a positive and effective clinical environment.

Rachel remains dedicated to advancing the quality of ABA services through thoughtful clinical leadership, collaboration, and a continued commitment to improving outcomes for patients, families, and the professionals who support them.