Adaptation Station

Back in November, I teased that I was starting a new position at my center. On December 1, I announced I was a part-time salary BCBA. I originally intended this podcast to be released that day but due to a number of issues, it kept getting pushed back. 3 months later we are finally releasing it! Truth be told that is a good thing! I know more about the position now, can truly explain my role, and help you all understand what my life looks like now! Enjoy!!

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Peer Reviews are one of the most stressful things I have gone through as a BCBA. They make me super anxious but I have figured out some tips that help. I narrowed it down to 5 overall things that I do before meetings. In this podcast, we cover what treatment plans are, the 4 most common things I have happen with my treatment plans, and my tips for when I do have to go to a peer review. This topic was split into two blog posts-click the links below to read! 4 INSURANCE SCENARIOS THAT BOARD-CERTIFIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSTS SHOULD PREPARE FOR 5 TIPS THAT HELP ME BE CONFIDENT IN THE DREADED PEER REVIEW

Vidya is a mother of a child with Autism. Her son Aarian was diagnosed 15 years ago and she has dedicated her time to not only learning how to support her son but sharing what she has learned with other parents. In this podcast, we share tips for fostering parent-teacher communication. We cover how to establish communication, what we can do to help parents be heard, and how to handle conflict if it does arise. Vidya's Social Media Links Instagram Podcast Blog Vidya has written several blogs and recorded other podcast episodes, find the links below. The Autism Helper Teach Love Autism Adulting Made Easy Navigating Behavior Change Full Sped Ahead

You guys have heard about my monthly plans many times-they used to be my favorite thing! But they just were not working anymore, and that is okay. Routines and schedules can change from season to season, year to year. Adjust to match what you need right now. This short podcast covers what I am trying in Quarter 2 and the projects I have coming down the pike. We will do a recap in July to see if the new system worked and if I got everything accomplished. Want more ideas for planning? I have a couple of other podcasts linked below! Monthly Planning Reset Routine Schedules and Planners

Ashley came on the podcast back in August. She has 10+ years of experience as a middle school self-contained teacher and elementary cross-cat teacher. She started a new position as an Early Childhood Special Education teacher at her same school and we talked about the challenges she was facing. This is a check-in, halfway through the school year! Hear the first episode here-https://anchor.fm/dashboard/episode/e1me3jk Ashley's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/spedtaculardays/ Ashley's TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@spedtaculardays?lang=en Ashley's Website- https://spedtaculardays.com/

I made a lot of changes in 2022 that significantly reduced my anxiety and improved my life. This podcast gives a recap in 5 areas, with lots of ideas for you. I mention a couple of other podcasts and resources in this episode. Find the links below! Blog Version- https://adaptationstation.net/5-small-changes-that-changed-my-life-for-the-better/ Orginal Podcast-https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/PSyHfcnlDxb Morning Routine Podcast-https://anchor.fm/dashboard/episode/e1l8uoj Planning-https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/U479CdrlDxb Hobbies-https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/jGtC4grlDxb Amazon Storefront-https://www.amazon.com/shop/adaptationstation

I love planners and to-do lists so much that I keep 4 separate ones. Intense, I know but I THRIVE off of structure. In today's episode, I will take about the 4 different types I use and how they work together. You absolutely do not need to use all 4, but I hope it gives you a lot of different ideas to try if you are struggling with structure as well! I have a lot of supporting links if you want to learn more! Creating a Monthly To-Do List-https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/creating-a-monthly-to-do-list/id1477777888?i=1000507437591 Instagram Highlight Monthly To Do-https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17933721038088491/ A look inside my notebook-https://www.instagram.com/p/CkpD-2QDzzr/ Post It Note Daily Planner-https://www.staples.com/noted-by-post-it-brand-blue-daily-planner-pad-4-9-x-7-7-100-sheets-pad-1-pad-pack-ntd-58-blu/product_24469841?cid=PS:GS:SBD:PLA:Paper&gclid=Cj0KCQiAn4SeBhCwARIsANeF9DLGbyy51KwMkAuYWoeBzzMKxtxLQ1I-XR4EQf7S1_2YobXCBDnhCQgaAjfOEALw_wcB

Finally! Why I started making freezer meals, the materials you need, tips to save time and money, and I recipe list is below! https://docs.google.com/document/d/1x6eBzFFOs-WQSoRBf0Hyfq9UMdO3GgAmU9O1iv9kx1U/edit

The first time I took the BCBA exam, I didn't study ethics very much. I thought I was an ethical person and would instinctively know what the correct answer was. Countless people advised against that strategy but I tuned them out and promptly failed the exam. The second time around I took ethics a lot more seriously because ethics are complex! This podcast is the same exact scenario that I used to study ethics the second time. We walk through a bunch of ethical scenarios, I pause so you can consider your answer, then explain the answer we are looking for. I hope this helps you study for the BCBA exam! Bailey and Burch Ethics Book Matching Workbook

This podcast shares 9 freebies I made earlier this month and the history behind each freebie. If you have ever been interested in how I got started with my Teachers Pay Teachers store, this highlights a couple of stories behind some of the products that I sell. Blog post with all of the links-http://adaptationstation.net/beach-week-freebies-2022/ Email Sign Up-https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5e41b9a405046d00269214a2 Halloween Grocery Math-https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Adding-Grocery-List-Task-Cards-Halloween-Candy-Edition-Freebie-7305213 Sea Creatures Book and File Folders-https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Sea-Creatures-Adapted-Book-and-File-Folders-4914062

We know we need hobbies, but do we know why? How do we find time? What should we even do for a hobby? That's what this podcast is all about! It's loaded with research (in a very manageable way) looking at why hobbies help us mentally and physically. Research Article-https://extension.usu.edu/mentalhealth/articles/how-hobbies-improve-mental-health We analyze some social media usage data to find time for hobbies (thanks to Ashley, Kayla, Cassie, and Kim for sharing their data) Ashley-https://www.instagram.com/spedtaculardays/ Kim-https://www.instagram.com/littlemisskimsclass/ Kayla-https://www.instagram.com/livinthatspedteacherlife/ Cassie-https://www.instagram.com/adventuresinbehavior/ Read the blog version here-http://adaptationstation.net/hobbies-why-they-make-us-happy-and-how-to-find-time-for-them/

After spending years struggling to get assessments done in my classroom, I finally consolidated 5 tips to make assessment blocks more efficient. In this super short (we are talking under 10 minutes) podcast, we cover all 5 tips with examples and some common assessments I used in my classroom. The assessments are linked below: Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP) Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills (ABLLS) Assessment of Functional Living Skills (AFLS) Brigance Comprehensive Inventory of Basic Skills Unique Learning Systems

It's been three years since I left teaching and I finally feel at peace with where I'm at now. We cover all of the decisions and emotions and break it down into 4 parts. Each section has supplemental podcasts if you want to learn more! Part 1: Making The Decision to Leave Teaching/Finding my New Job Why I Left My Classroom Making the Decision I Did Not Burn Out Part 2: Transitioning To My Post-Teaching Life Self Care Strategies Coping with Anxiety Creating Healthy Boundaries (With Braelan from That Special Educator) Part 3: Becoming a BCBA/Being a BCBA Pathway to BCBA I'm a BCBA! Part 4: Which Job Do I Like More? BCBA One Year Reflection

Ashley has 10+ years of experience as a middle school self-contained teacher and elementary cross-cat teacher. She is starting a new position as an Early Childhood Special Education teacher at her same school. We chat about the complexity of being with a staff you already know but in a job that is very different than what you are used to. Ashley will be sharing a lot on her Instagram as well. You can follow her at https://www.instagram.com/spedtaculardays/

How has it already been a year since I passed my BCBA exam?! In this podcast we talk about my favorite parts of being a BCBA, the hardest parts and everything in between!

This isn't just a look at my morning routine-it walks you through my brainstorming session to help you figure out a morning routine that works for you! Read the blog here-http://adaptationstation.net/a-430-wake-up-reduced-my-anxiety-and-changed-my-life-why-routines-help/

Do you struggle to make your routines stick? You have brilliant ideas for a morning routine, a fitness routine and a skincare routine but you just can't follow through? That's what we tackle in this episode. We talk about 3 over-arching reasons why routines are difficult to stick to and I give 9 realistic, easy-to-implement strategies to help. Check out the matching blog post here-http://adaptationstation.net/making-your-routines-stick-3-reasons-they-dont-and-9-easy-solutions/

The end of school can be really tough for some students! After having multiple years with a highly stressful last week of school, I finally came up with three tricks that helped! This podcast covers the tips! Read the blog post here! Resources Mentioned Party Packs Free Mini Party Pack Free Last 5 Days Plan Email List for Access to Free Summertime Party Pack

I passed the BCBA exam in July 2021. I began studying in January and tried a lot of different resources across the six months. This podcast talks about every resource I used and what I thought of it. You will find links below for each resource mentioned, if applicable! Study Notes ABA One Month Cram- https://www.studynotesaba.com/store/1-month-video-access/ Top 3 Books for BCBAS Podcast- https://anchor.fm/adaptationstation/episodes/Episode-97-Top-3-Books-for-BCBAS-e1gp0g1 Ethics Book- https://www.amazon.com/dp/1138949205/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_0WH3W88ZF1XQR79YAAB8 Ethics Student Workbook- https://www.amazon.com/dp/081536069X/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_HQGYA7D184WWB7MJY2E0 Study Notes ABA Mini Mocks with Video Feedback- https://www.studynotesaba.com/store/full-mini-mock-bundled/ ABA Study Group on Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/groups/ABAStudyGroup/about/ Cooper Text- https://www.amazon.com/dp/0134752554/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_4P56PVE8MV9NHFTK15VK ABA Wizard App- https://apps.apple.com/us/app/aba-wizard/id1326943979 Rogue ABA- https://www.rogueaba.com/rogue-events/ Study Notes How the F to Break Down a Question- https://www.studynotesaba.com/courses/how-the-f-to-break-down-a-question/ Etsy Purchase- https://www.etsy.com/listing/808704336/5th-edition-bcba-exam-study-kit-study?click_key=b278358f4c5b842ed646ffa41826f485fce6b934%3A808704336&click_sum=33cd02a4&ref=shop_home_active_9&crt=1 ABA All Day- https://www.abamindset.com/store-1/p/aba-all-day

I absoutely love my reset routine. I broke it down into three chunks-a reflection portion, a reset portion, and a nourish portion. For reflection, I fill out my weekly journals. For reset, I plan out my work week. For nourish, I meal plan. These two hours on Sunday help me have a much better week. This podcast gives more details as well as gives you ideas you could plug into your routine!

This podcast recaps the top 3 books I used when studying for the boards and in my career now as a BCBA. I have the books and resources linked below: Cooper Text (I have the 2nd edition but if you ate studying, get the 3rd edition as that is what the exam is based on. I linked the 3rd edition here) Cooper Companion Site (This one is for the 2nd edition. Although the test is on the 3rd edition, a lot of the basic vocabulary and concepts are the same in the two texts and it can still be helpful) Bailey and Burch Ethics Books Bailey and Burch Student Workbook Behavior Speak

I did not mean to take a six month hiatus from the podcast but it was just what I needed and I'm excited to be back! This episode is just going to catch you up on four things that have changed in my life since the last time you heard from me and it's the re-launch of the podcast with a ton of new episodes plant across 2022!

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Kelly is a student of ABA and works in a clinical setting that uses precision teaching. In this episode, she explains what precision teaching is, how it can be used, and gives resources for people who want to learn more about precision teaching! Transcription-http://adaptationstation.net/kelly-percision/ Standard Celeration Website-https://celeration.org/ Standard Celeration Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/scs_standardceleration/ Fluency.org- http://fluency.org/ Morningside Academcy-https://morningsideacademy.org/ ABA and OT Podcast-https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-aba-and-ot-podcast/id1538336498

colleen Read the Transcript Here-http://adaptationstation.net/colleen-transcripts/

When you are the teacher of children with complex needs, your relationships with their parents often looks very different than the relationships that general education teachers have with the parents of children. In this episode, Sam and I talked about why it is important to work on that relationship and tips for supporting the parents of our students. Read the Transcript Here-http://adaptationstation.net/sam-transcript/ Sam's Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/theedqueen/

Braelan and I talked about why it's hard to have boundaries at work, why they are important to have, how to build them and why you derve them. It's a good one guys, and if you love what you hear she has her own podcast and Youtube channel to check out as well! Transcript- http://adaptationstation.net/braelan/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/thatspecialeducator/ Podcast-https://braelanmartin.com/podcast YouTube-https://braelanmartin.com/youtube Book Mentioned-https://www.amazon.com/Burnout-Secret-Unlocking-Stress-Cycle/dp/1984818325/ref=sr_1_7?dchild=1&keywords=burnout&qid=1619616448&sr=8-7

Heather and I talk about how to work with parents before, during and after the IEP process. If you have been trying to develop a system that works, this is a great episode to listen to! Heather's Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/full_sped_ahead/ Transcript-http://adaptationstation.net/collab-with-families/

Sarah and I talked about some easy strategies to put in place to navigate problem behavior in your classroom! Transcript-http://adaptationstation.net/sarah-behavior-in-the-classroom/ Sarah's Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/teacch.love.aba/ For more on ABA Data-https://anchor.fm/adaptationstation/episodes/Episode-27-All-About-ABC-Data-Sheets-and-Behavior-ealcml For more about the Functions of Behavior-https://anchor.fm/adaptationstation/episodes/Episode-44-Behavior-Its-All-About-WTF-Whats-The-Function-eh3btm Sarah's Other Podcast Appearances Starting Out as a BCBA Roundtable-https://anchor.fm/dashboard/episode/eg90el Myths of ABA Roundtable-https://anchor.fm/adaptationstation/episodes/BCBA-Mini-Series-Myths-of-ABA-Roundtable-etv5kr

Laura and I chat all about math instruction. We talk about how to fit math instruction, math centers and math IEP goals into your school day! Transcript-http://adaptationstation.net/laura-transcript/ Laura's Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/missluluspecialed/

Chloe is a Speech and Language Pathologist and passionate about Early Literacy Skills. In this podcast, we give very simple tips to support early literacy skills in your classroom. Chloe-https://www.instagram.com/chloeelizabethslp/ Trancript-http://adaptationstation.net/chloe-transcript/

Are you curious what a transition teacher does or wondering how to structure your classroom if you are a transition teacher? Fiona shares so many valuable tips in this podcast! Transcript-http://adaptationstation.net/fiona-transcript/ Fiona's Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/spedadulting/ Fiona's Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/spedadulting Fiona's Teachers Pay Teachers Store-https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Adulting-Made-Easy-Aka-Spedadulting California Transition Tools-http://www.catransitionalliance.org/content.aspx?id=1561&title=Resources Virginia Transition Tools-https://www.doe.virginia.gov/special_ed/transition_svcs/resources.shtml Career Zone-https://www.cacareerzone.org/ Career One Stop-https://www.careeronestop.org/

Have you been wanting to make your classroom more sensory-friendly but you are not sure where to start? Sofie breaks it down into 5 different areas to consider. She shares ideas for each area and we cover ways to make this happen on a limited budget! Read the transcript here- http://adaptationstation.net/sofie-sensory/ Sofie's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/whereiautabe/ Check out her reel that shows a visual for all 5 areas here-https://www.instagram.com/reel/CI9crlrBWFg/

Are you interested in becoming a school-based BCBA and you are wondering what the job is like? Are you in a school and not sure how to utilize the support from your school-based BCBA? Alexandra comes on the podcast and we talk about all of this and more! Read the Transcript Here- http://adaptationstation.net/alexandra-bcba-school/ Alexandra's Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/kindnessandcontingencies/

Lauren joins the podcast and we chat all about SEL-what it is, why it is important and how to support SEL needs on the home. Transcripts-http://adaptationstation.net/sel-with-lauren/ Lauren's Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/structuredspecialed/ Casle Website-https://casel.org/

Jenny and I dive into what self-care is, why we need it and how to know it's working for you! Transcripts- http://adaptationstation.net/self-care-jenny/ Jenny's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/littlelearners.bigfeelings/ Big Magic-https://www.amazon.com/Big-Magic-Creative-Living-Beyond/dp/1594634726/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=big+magic&qid=1619116629&sr=8-1 The Happiness Project-https://www.amazon.com/Happiness-Project-Tenth-Anniversary-Aristotle/dp/0062888749/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=the+happiness+project&qid=1619116652&sr=8-1 A Year of Self Care-https://www.amazon.com/Year-Self-Care-Practices-Inspiration-Yourself/dp/1648765092/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=self+care&qid=1619116764&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyTUFNQlNSUEs5NDk1JmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNjQzMDM1MllGN1A4TTc3VUVLQiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNjI3NjQ0TVJKWlZUUkhPQkhGJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ== Self Care Day and Night Reflection Journal

Empathy is an important part of our practice, but it can be hard to build empathy and it can be hard to draw boundaries with empathy. Heather comes on and we chat about why empathy is important, how to build it and what to do when you feel overwhelmed with it. Heather's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/full_sped_ahead/ Transcripts-http://adaptationstation.net/empathy-transcript/ The book mentioned in the podcast-https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1736046004/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

Margaret, Alexandra, Cassie and I had a roundtable where we discussed ABA moving forward. We talked about many resources you could turn to when looking to improve your practice as a BCBA. The episode is packed with valuable information and I have linked a lot of resouces below! Transcripts-http://adaptationstation.net/moving-forward-podcast/ Alexandra's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/kindnessandcontingencies/ Cassie's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/adventures.in.behavior/ Margaret's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/puzzledpeg/ Dr. Hanley's Paper-https://practicalfunctionalassessment.com/2021/01/26/a-perspective-on-todays-aba-by-dr-greg-hanley/ Acceptance and Commitment Therapy-https://contextualscience.org/act AIM Website- https://www.acceptidentifymove.com/ Autism Helper Podcast Episode with Megan Miller- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-109-encore-episode-61-comprehensive-approach/id1443908794?i=1000504956367 Cusp Emergence- https://cuspemergence.com/ Do Better Movement-www.dobetterpod.com

Cassie and Carla come on and we talk about how we can build and maintain positive relationships with parents and families. Read the Transcript Here- http://adaptationstation.net/collab-with-parents/ Carla does not have a public Instagram, but you can access Cassie's here- https://www.instagram.com/adventures.in.behavior/

Alexandra and Amanda came on the podcast and we shared tips on how to collaborate with related service providers! Transcript-http://adaptationstation.net/collab-with-related-service-providers/ Alexandra- https://www.instagram.com/kindnessandcontingencies/ Amanda- https://www.instagram.com/abawithamanda/

Sarah, Lizzie and Abby come on and we talk about some of the most common myths of ABA that we hear. Read the Transcript Here-http://adaptationstation.net/myths-of-aba-transcript/ Sarah's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/teacch.love.aba/ Lizzie's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/abcs_and_aba/ Abby's Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/mrs_moes_modifications/

Elana from Sped Made Simple and Kim from Kim Loves Teaching come on the podcast and we talk about different ABA strategies that can easily and effectively be used in the classroom. You will walk away with tips you can start using tomorrow! Check out the transcripts here- http://adaptationstation.net/dtt-transcript/ Elana's Instagram is here- https://www.instagram.com/spedmadesimple/ Kim's Instagram is here- https://www.instagram.com/kimlovesteaching/

Cassie, Margaret, and Sarah are all BCBAS and they came onto the podcast for a roundtable to talk about becoming and starting as a BCBA. If you are currently going through supervision or about to take the boards-this podcast is for you! Transcript-http://adaptationstation.net/start-out/ Cassie- https://www.instagram.com/adventures.in.behavior/ Margaret- https://www.instagram.com/puzzledpeg/ Sarah- https://www.instagram.com/teacch.love.aba/

Katie is a public special education teacher getting BCBA supervision on the job. Kelsey is a full-time graduate student getting supervision in a research setting. I work as a Behavior Therapist and I am getting supervision in a private clinic. In this episode, we talk all about supervision across the three settings and we answer a ton of questions! Check out Katie here- https://www.instagram.com/spotonspecialed/ Check out Kelsey here- https://www.instagram.com/exceptionalelementary/ Read the transcript here- http://adaptationstation.net/katie-kelsey-transcript/

In this episode, Maria from Teaching Behavior Together co-hosts and we talk about how teachers and BCBAS can work together for the same goal of supporting students. In the episode, we talk about Registered Behavior Technicians. You can find more information here-https://www.bacb.com/rbt/ Check out Maria's Instagram (and amazing highlight reels) here-https://www.instagram.com/teachingbehaviortogether/ Read the transcript of the podcast here- http://adaptationstation.net/maria-transcript/

Why I left teaching is complicated and hard for me to summarize-so I decided to record a podcast about it! In a nutshell, teaching was not the right forever career for me and it took me a while to figure that out. This podcast will address many of the assumptions I get. If you would prefer to read the written outline, it is in the blog post below! http://adaptationstation.net/i-did-not-burn-out-why-i-left-teaching/

As of February 2021 I am 80% of the way through my BCBA supervision. A lot of people assume that I’m currently in school and I get why it’s confusing that I actually started my certificate 2015 but I’m not finishing up until six years later. There were three main reasons why I took an extensive break towards working towards BCBA. The first one being I really struggled in my classes and I didn’t think I was smart enough to pass the test. The second one being I really struggled to get supervision and I couldn’t balance it all. And the third one being I met some not nice BCBAs and I really didn’t want to associate with them. The podcast will tackle all three of those things, and explain how I got back on the path towards BCBA!