Through our ABA education, we learned a lot about rules and procedures around behavior management. However, sometimes rigid traditional methods fail to work, and we need to turn to an empathetic, person-centered approach instead. Acknowledging how our learners are feeling in the moment can sometimes be far more effective than trying to push ahead. Here, we d ... Show More
May 12
From Compliance to Collaboration: Collaborative Supervision in ABA
We explore what it really looks like to move from compliance-driven supervision to a more collaborative, relationship-focused approach in ABA. Drawing on real experiences, we reflect on how traditional, directive models can limit growth, reduce motivation, and impact clinical jud ... Show More
15m 4s
May 5
Mastering Difficult Conversations in ABA - What Actually Works
Difficult conversations are a core part of our work as BCBAs, yet many of us were never formally taught how to handle them. We explore why these moments feel so high stakes, from fear of conflict to protecting relationships, and how avoidance or vague communication can make thing ... Show More
12m 39s
Apr 28
Supporting High-Needs Learners in Group Settings
Supporting high-needs learners in group settings starts with how we design the environment, not how we manage behavior. We reflect on how unclear expectations, limited movement, and unpredictable routines can impact anyone, then connect that experience to what our learners face e ... Show More
17m 19s
Jun 2022
How To Set Up Your Environment For Your Success | Dr. Emily Sandoz
In today’s episode, we cover contextual behaviorism with Dr. Emily Sandoz. Emily is a professor of social sciences in the psychology department at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, the director of the Louisiana Contextual Science Research Group, as well as the Editor in C ... Show More
1h 2m
Mar 2023
How to Practice Self Compassion with Dr. Shauna Shapiro
In This Episode, You'll Learn:
Why your attitude and how you pay attention is so important when it comes to mindfulness
Understanding the 3 important pillars of mindfulness: intention, attention, attitude
How have a mindfulness practice prepares the mind for learning
Why sha ... Show More
49m 48s