Zhichun Zhou Ostlund, PhD, Bcba D
About Zhichun Zhou Ostlund, PhD, Bcba D
Zhichun Zhou Ostlund, PhD, BCBA-D, serves as the Clinical Director and Practice Owner at Finni Health and St. Louis Children's Hospital, where he has worked since 2023. He has held various academic and clinical positions, including roles at Webster University and Washington University in St. Louis, and he earned his PhD in Human Development Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of Rochester.
Work at Finni Health
Zhichun Zhou Ostlund serves as the Clinical Director and Practice Owner at Finni Health, a position held since 2023. In this role, Ostlund applies expertise in behavior analysis to lead clinical practices and improve patient outcomes. The focus is on delivering high-quality behavioral health services tailored to meet the needs of clients.
Current Role at St. Louis Children's Hospital
Since 2023, Zhichun Zhou Ostlund has worked as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at St. Louis Children's Hospital. This role involves assessing and implementing behavior interventions for children, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance the therapeutic environment and support child development.
Previous Academic Positions
Zhichun Zhou Ostlund held various academic positions at Webster University. Ostlund served as an Assistant Professor from 2018 to 2023, contributing to the Arts and Sciences department. Additionally, Ostlund was an Adjunct Professor for one month in 2023 and coordinated the Association for Behavior Analysis International VCS from 2018 to 2023.
Education and Expertise
Zhichun Zhou Ostlund earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Human Development Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of Rochester. This educational background supports a strong foundation in behavior analysis, which is applied in clinical and academic settings.
Professional Experience
Ostlund has extensive experience in the field of behavior analysis. Prior roles include working as a Clinician and Licensed Behavior Analyst at Hillside Family of Agencies from 2016 to 2018, and as a Researcher at the University of Rochester Medical Center from 2014 to 2018. Ostlund also served as an International Subject Matter Expert for Behavior Analysis with the Ministry of Education in the UAE for one month in 2020.