07/27/2026
🎉 Please join us in welcoming Jacob Hooks to the Manhattan Behavioral Center team as our newest ABA Therapist! 💙
Jacob brings over 10 years of experience supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and is deeply committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based ABA therapy. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Appalachian State University, graduating with distinction, and is currently pursuing his Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis at the University of North Carolina–Charlotte.
Since completing his undergraduate degree, Jacob has worked with more than 20 clients ranging in age from 2 to 15 years old across home and clinic settings. His clinical interests include autism spectrum disorder, social and emotional skill development, supporting autistic adolescents, and exploring the impact of algorithms on the developing autistic brain.
Originally from North Carolina, Jacob is excited to call New York City home! Outside of work, you'll find him discovering new music, enjoying movies and TV, reading, swimming, weightlifting, crafting cocktails, diving into comic books, and cheering on the Green Bay Packers.
We're thrilled to have Jacob join the MBC family and can't wait for the positive impact he'll make in the lives of our students and families. Welcome to the team, Jacob! 💙