Ronald LeafDr. Ronald Leaf is a licensed psychologist with more than 50 years of experience in the field of autism. He began his career working with Prof. Ivar Lovaas while receiving his undergraduate degree at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Subsequently, he received his doctorate under the direction of Prof. Lovaas. During his years at UCLA, Leaf served as clinic supervisor, research psychologist, lecturer, and interim director of the Young Autism Project. He was extensively involved in several research investigations, contributed to The Me Book, and is a coauthor of The Me Book Videotapes. Dr. Leaf has consulted with families, schools, and agencies on a national and international basis. He is the cofounder and director of the Autism Partnership, which offers comprehensive services for families with children and adolescents diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With offices in 10 countries, Ronald and his team have developed the Autism Partnership Method, a progressive approach to implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment. He is the coauthor of A Work in Progress, Time for School, It Has to Be Said, Crafting Connections, A Work in Progress Companion Series, Clinical Judgment, Autism Partnership Method: Social Skills Groups, and the Clinician’s Toolbox: Rediscovering Compassionate ABA. He has coauthored more than 100 articles in research journals and presented more than 100 times at professional conferences. Dr. Leaf is also the cofounder of the Autism Partnership Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing professional standards and the treatment of individuals with autism through research and training. Read More Read Less