Meet the Founder
Dr. Deena Moustafa
Ph.D., BCBA
Founder & CEO, DM Group
ABA Professional
Associate Professor
Educator
Author
10+
Years in the field
3
Published books
Ph.D., BCBA
Credentials
About Dr. Moustafa
A Decade of Clinical, Academic, and Leadership Experience
Dr. Deena Moustafa is an experienced Applied Behavior Analysis professional, educator, author, and advocate for effective and equitable care for neurodivergent individuals. With more than a decade of experience in the field, she brings together clinical expertise, academic experience, professional education, and organizational leadership to advance the quality of ABA practice.
As the Founder and CEO of DM Group, Dr. Moustafa leads initiatives focused on behavioral health, professional education, and development. She is also an Associate Professor and consultant, contributing to the development of ethical autism care while supporting schools, organizations, and professional teams in creating more inclusive environments.
Founder of Classesia
Bringing Clinical Practice Into the Classroom
Dr. Moustafa is the founder of Classesia, where she brings her clinical and academic experience into a dedicated learning environment for ABA professionals and aspiring practitioners.
Through Classesia, she develops and delivers structured training programs designed to build professional knowledge, strengthen practical skills, and support career development in Applied Behavior Analysis.
Her Approach
Education That Goes Beyond Delivering Information
She connects evidence-based science with practical application, while emphasizing ethical practice, cultural responsiveness, empathy, and a whole-child perspective.
Evidence-Based Science
Practical Application
Ethical Practice
Cultural Responsiveness
Empathy
Whole-Child Perspective
Published Author
Writing on Mental Health, Autism, and Family
In addition to her work in ABA, academia, and professional education, Dr. Moustafa is a published author. Her books explore themes including mental health, autism, and family experiences.
Depression: The Silent Screaming
You Are Not Alone
The Mystery Puzzle: Autism
Through her clinical, academic, educational, and leadership work, Dr. Moustafa continues to contribute to professional growth in ABA and to the development of a stronger, more knowledgeable, and compassionate behavioral health workforce.
Ready to Advance Your ABA Career?
Learn from Dr. Deena Moustafa and build the knowledge and skills to take your next step in Applied Behavior Analysis.
