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About us

Guiding behavior. Building potential.

The Behavior Consultants serves families in Southeast Missouri with a focus on individualized, scientifically grounded applied behavior analysis.

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Who we are

A commitment to meaningful outcomes

We believe effective behavioral services should be individualized, measurable, and responsive to the needs of the people receiving them.

Our clinical approach emphasizes careful assessment, thoughtful programming, and regular evaluation of treatment outcomes.

We work to make the process clear and collaborative for families.

Clinical leadership

Eric J. Billington, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA

Founder, Owner, and Clinical Director

Dr. Billington is a licensed behavior analyst with more than 20 years of experience in applied behavior analysis, developmental disabilities services, clinical leadership, and graduate education. He earned his PhD in Psychology from the University of Tennessee.

His work includes individualized behavioral assessment and treatment, consultation for people with severe challenging behavior, training and supervision of behavior analysts, and the development of clinical quality-assurance systems. He has published peer-reviewed research and has served in leadership and consulting roles for universities, state agencies, and behavioral service organizations.

At The Behavior Consultants, he oversees clinical programming, staff development, and a data-based approach to improving communication, adaptive skills, and meaningful outcomes for children and families.

Let’s talk about next steps.

Questions about services, referrals, or your family’s needs? We’d be glad to hear from you.

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