Biography

Dr. Patrick Mallory is an Assistant Professor in the Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral (BCBA-D). He has over a decade of experience supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across clinical, home, school, and community settings. His roles have included therapy technician, behavior interventionist, clinical supervisor, and therapeutic consultant. These experiences continue to inform his applied research and teaching.

Dr. Mallory earned his Doctor of Education in Curriculum and Instruction and his Master of Education in Early and Special Education from Boise State University. He holds a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Anthropology/Sociology from The College of Idaho. Prior to his current faculty appointment, he completed a postdoctoral research fellowship in the Department of Educational Psychology at Baylor University.

His research focuses on promoting self-management and self-determination among adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. He is particularly interested in caregiver-implemented interventions and behavioral supports that empower individuals to participate more independently across settings. Dr. Mallory also conducts research on adapting behavior analytic practices to support neurodivergent students in online learning environments, with an emphasis on practical strategies for improving engagement, autonomy, and success in virtual settings.

In his teaching and mentorship, Dr. Mallory supports students in identifying and pursuing their individual areas of interest, encouraging inquiry, innovation, and applied research that contributes meaningfully to the field and the communities they serve.

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