Samuel Hauslaib, M.S., BCBA, LABA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Samuel Hauslaib earned his Master’s degree in Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of Saint Joseph in 2018. During his graduate training, he completed extensive supervised experience focused on program development, clinical supervision, and the direct delivery of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services for children with autism. His supervision included hands-on practice as a certified Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and training aligned with the BACB Task List competencies. Samuel also holds a Bachelor’s degree in History from Eastern Connecticut State University.
In addition, Samuel has completed both introductory and advanced coursework in the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) through the University of California, Davis, further enhancing his expertise in early intervention for young children with autism.
Samuel is also certified in BCBA supervision, providing formal oversight and mentorship to RBTs and BCBAs, ensuring high-fidelity implementation of ABA programs, adherence to evidence-based practices, and professional growth of his supervisees.
Samuel’s clinical practice is guided by the core principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), emphasizing evidence-based services and data-driven assessment to guide, tailor, and evaluate individualized treatment plans and generate meaningful outcomes for each client and families.
His training and experience include:
- Behavior Skills Training (BST): teaching new skills using instruction, modeling, rehearsal, and feedback
- Pairing and Stimulus Equivalence Training: establishing functional relationships between stimuli to support communication, learning, and generalization
- Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions: embedding learning opportunities into everyday routines and play to increase motivation and functional skill use
- Parent Coaching: training and supporting caregivers to implement interventions consistently across home and community settings
- Neuroaffirming Approaches: supporting each child’s unique neurological profile and strengths while promoting self-advocacy, autonomy, and positive engagement
Samuel has extensive experience working with some of the most vulnerable populations, including infants and toddlers in the Birth to Three system and children and families involved in DCF-mandated services. He is highly skilled in developing client-centered behavioral interventions and transition programs that focus on school readiness, community integration, and daily living skills.
He is experienced in administering and interpreting a range of evidence-based assessments, including the Assessment of Functional Living Skills (AFLS), ABLLS-R, VB-MAPP, as well as ecological assessments and functional behavioral assessments (FBA). These tools guide the design of individualized treatment programs and allow for objective measurement of progress and outcomes.
Samuel has extensive experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and educators, to support seamless transitions into public school systems and ensure consistent, coordinated care through Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). He uses a collaborative, family-centered approach, including parent coaching across home, clinic, and community settings, to help each child reach their fullest potential while promoting communication, independence, and community engagement.
Samuel’s passion for behavioral health and supporting individuals with developmental disabilities is deeply rooted in his family. His parents were dedicated advocates who established the first residential group home in Connecticut for individuals with developmental disabilities, creating meaningful opportunities and support for those they served. Their work inspired Samuel’s lifelong commitment to ABA, early intervention, and the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based behavioral services.
Samuel Hauslaib’s research and professional contributions reflect his commitment to advancing the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and behavioral health through evidence-based practice. His work spans topics including autism intervention, self-management training, staff performance in group home settings, and the relationship between stress and decision-making. He is the co-author of a 2024 peer-reviewed publication in The Psychological Record examining daily perceived stress and impulsive decision-making, and has presented at national and regional conferences. His research has been recognized with the Best Experimental Design award at the CTABA conference, highlighting his focus on rigorous, data-driven approaches that translate into meaningful clinical outcomes for individuals with developmental disabilities.
“A failure is not always a mistake, it may simply be the best one can do under the
circumstances. The real mistake is to stop trying.” – B.F. Skinner