Alison Farrell

Education

• Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate Program, Florida Institute of Technology
• M.S., Counseling Psychology, Holy Family University
• B.S., Psychobiology, Holy Family University 

Alison Farrell will join Holy Family University as an Adjunct Professor in January 2027. A proud Holy Family alumnus, Alison earned her bachelor's degree in Psychobiology and later returned to Holy Family University to complete her master's degree in Counseling Psychology, with a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy. While pursuing her professional counseling licensure, she continued her education at Florida Institute of Technology, where she completed the coursework and certification requirements to become a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

Alison brings experience in behavioral health, counseling, and applied behavior analysis. She currently serves as Clinical Director and BCBA at Piece of Our Puzzle, where she provides clinical leadership and supervises Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) who support children with a variety of behavioral health needs across clinical and community-based settings, with a primary focus on autism spectrum disorder. In addition to her work in behavior analysis, Alison is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), providing counseling services to individuals across the lifespan. She also provides grief counseling through the Gift of Life program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Outside of her professional roles, Alison enjoys spending time with her husband and three children, taking family weekend getaways, exploring new restaurants, and cheering on her children at their sporting events.

Courses Taught

MABA 536: Behavior Change Procedures (2027)

Research Interests

• Applied Behavior Analysis and Behavior Change
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Parent Training and Caregiver Education
• Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions Across the Lifespan