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In this episode, Jerome Chiu joins the show to talk about the need and value for establishing standards of care in the field of applied behavior analysis. Jerome shares knowledge he's gained serving as an advocate and clinician, as well as from his experiences working for major health plans. From his vantage point, Jerome shares what he sees as concerns for our field, as well as identifies some solutions for moving the field forward. Jerome has a breadth of experience advocating and working with agencies on elevating clinical and operational outcomes. To learn more about the work he and his incredible team are doing visit https://www.RadBX.com.

Dr. Patricia Wright joins the show to share about her new role at Proof Positive and how she's committed to improving well-being for the autism community. After 40 years in the field, Dr. Wright shares that she is not seeing the life outcomes she was expecting. With mental health impacting many adults, she found herself asking, “What can we do”. In this episode Dr. Wright discusses the PERMA™ theory of well-being and the importance of learning techniques to increase overall health and happiness —for ourselves and our clients. To learn more, visit www.ProofPositive.org.

In this episode, Dash joins the show to share his passion for art. He discusses how he designs his creations and the inspiration behind his artistic expressions. On the show, Dash shares his specific style of animated art. He and Dr. Kelly also discuss their mutual love of art and fondness for having lived in Hawai'i, as well as to what Dash is up to now. To see some of Dash's creations and to continue the conversations, visit https://www.patreon.com/Behaviorbabe.

Rashida Biera joins the show to discuss her frustration —which turned into inspiration. While working as a technician and now analyst, Rashida realized there were not (m)any instructional materials representing children or adults who were black or brown. Many images and instructional materials either featured stick figures, cartoons, or images depicting white individuals. Rashida, along with the artistic talents of her husband sought to change that by creating Hue-Man Expressions. Hue-Man Expressions uses high-quality, detailed images and educational materials featuring black and brown kids and adults for use in therapy and instructional sessions. These materials are great for ABA therapy, speech therapy, and special education lessons. To learn more visit https://www.huemanexpressions.com.

Dr. Tyra Sellers joins the show and shares about her “twisty turny, incredible journey” in behavior analysis. Dr. Sellers also discusses the beauty of choice-making (even when we make the wrong choice), which we won't know until we “check it in the rearview”. On the show, Dr. Sellers further explores topographical definitions of “professionalism” and discusses how traditional parameters around professionalism have historically been used to “other” people. In addition, Dr. Sellers describes the growing pains our field is going through and shares her hopes for the future, as we move forward with her in the role of CEO for the Association of Professional Behavior Analysts (APBA).

Dr. Nasiah Cirincione-Ulezi joins the show to discuss what it means to show up authentically and what it looks like to “do the work”. Dr. Cirincione-Ulezi talks about how “doing the work” means learning to sit with one's emotions —even when they don't feel so good. Dr. Cirincione-Ulezi shares how, through the use of ACT, she is learning to evaluate the rules in her life, explore their origin, and to sit with the discomfort of doing so. Dr. Cirincione-Ulezi describes the rewards of doing the work for her are freedom, self-expression, and perhaps a bit more joy from embracing ones own humanness. To learn more about Dr. Cirincione-Ulezi visit https://inquiry-inc.com.

Emaley McCullough joins the show to discuss with Dr. Kelly her path as an entrepreneur. Emaley details the experiences she had working in schools in Honolulu and Japan, which led to her creating Autism Training Solutions, which later became known as Relias. Since then Emaley has continued to pursue her mission to disseminate and elevate the field, currently creating magic through her work at Motivity. Listen in as Emaley takes us on an exciting adventure, otherwise known as her career as an entrepreneur. To connect with Emaley, you can email her at emaleymcculloch@gmail.com.

It's me Behaviorbabe here and I just wanted to take a quick opportunity to thank you for following me, for listening to the podcast, and for supporting me in my dissemination efforts through all these years, or however long you've been following along. I want to let you know about a new Patreon membership, it is going to be a group of Behavior”babes”, which is open to everyone. I want you to come with me if you're craving conversations, common sense, and actual solutions to the problems we are all facing —as a field and as an industry… Come! Come join in the conversations and let's help execute the solutions we know our clients deserve, that we deserve, and that these systems so desperately need. Join today at the discounted monthly rate https://www.patreon.com/Behaviorbabe.

In this episode, Dr. Jessica Minahan returns to the podcast to talk with Dr. Kelly about trauma, anxiety, and (non-traditional) ABA. In this episode, she shares how traditional ABA strategies can exacerbate behaviors when trauma or anxiety are the underlying cause. Jessica emphasizes that while incentives can help change behavior, they don't teach skills. Listen to this episode to hear lessons learned over the years as well as strategies Jessica's found to be effective when working with people whose behaviors are fueled by trauma and/or anxiety. To learn more, visit www.JessicaMinahan.com.

Dana (pronounced Donna) Meller joins the show to share her experiences as a behavior analyst who focuses on exam preparation. What started as an in-person support, shifted to being online to reach a broader audience. Dana shares how the materials turned into the manual and lectures turned into video and audio recordings. She reflects back on her experiences helping others over these past 10 years. Dana also discusses how the field has changed and what professors and mentors can do to excite their students about the field. There's also a bonus discussion about the toxicity of social media —and yet our need for it to exist. To learn more about Dana and the great work she does, visit https://passthebigabaexam.com.

Amanda “Mandy” Ralston joins the show to discuss her new adventure “Non-Binary Solutions”. Mandy and Dr. Kelly discuss autism service delivery in the late 90's and the impact autism insurance had on the growth in the field. They also discuss the beauty of seeing the world as multi-dimensional, and non-binary. When making clinical decisions, and practicing medicine, there's often not one right answer, but several; whether that's choosing an assessment for a client or a feedback tool for a supervisee. Mandy shares her experiences as an “ABA Dinosaur” and tells how she's using these experiences to develop scalable solutions for our field. To learn more about Mandy, visit https://www.nonbinarysolutions.com, or find her on Instagram at amemeda_ralston.

Wes Lowery joins the show to share how he blends his passion for sports, health and fitness and his love for behavior analysis. In this episode, Wes describes how he began branching outside of transitional autism research, with support from mentors during his ABA graduate program. From there, Wes connected with others in the field by attending conferences, eventually pairing up with Kirk Kirby. Both armed with a desire to extend the powerful effects of our science to new populations, including professional athletes. After checking out this episode, you can learn more about “Team ABA” and the incredible work they are doing by visiting www.TeamABAllc.com. Be sure to also follow them on their various social media handles @teamaballc @teamabauniversity and @teamabawellness.

Audrey Bridgeman, Director of Communications for Brightkyte joins to show and shares tips for how behavior analysts can simplify the treatment planning process. Together, Audrey and Dr. Kelly discuss the value of storytelling in treatment planning, emphasizing the art –as well as the science behind building successful treatment plans. In this episode, Audrey, and Dr. Kelly further explore topics such as how to prioritize the information in treatment plans, how to successfully navigate peer reviews, and how important it is to trust one's own clinical judgement. To learn more about our upcoming Treatment Planning courses, visit https://tinyurl.com/BehaviorbabeTxPlanMasterClass.

Jay Katari joins the show to discuss his experiences and successes with creating and managing various businesses, including successful autism centers in the state of Florida. Join Jay and Dr. Kelly as they discuss the science —and art behind ABA business, as well as the joy of connecting with others along the way! Jay shares the secrets to success to be authenticity and accountability. Interested? We hope you'll lean in and learn more by listening to this episode. To learn more about Jay Katari and My Favorite Therapists, visit https://myfavoritetherapists.com.

Angela Coreil joins the show to share her experiences in the realm of clinical behavior analysis. Originally a psychologist by trade, now an analyst by training, Angela shares how she blends her knowledge and skill sets to treat clients with diagnosis and disorders not commonly associated with behavior analysis. To learn more about Angela and the work her team does, visit https://behavior-behavior.org.

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Don't miss this upcoming two day conference hosted by AlphabeePRO, featuring speaker Tamara Kasper. Happening virtually October 4 & 5th. Learn more and register today, by visiting https://alphabeepro.com/product/teach-play-say/. Early bird rates available through September 7th. [paid advertisement]

In this episode, Ryan Hoesten joins the show to discuss what it's like being a speech language pathologist. Ryan shares information about his background, including experiences working in a pediatric unit specializing in feeding and swallowing disorders and with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems. For the last five years, Ryan has worked alongside various professionals providing treatment for autistic individuals. In this episode, Ryan discusses what it's like to take a collaborative approach —sharing with us his successes connecting with others, even when principles/opinions from different professions/professionals conflict.

Quick update on my upcoming Treatment Plan Master Class, being offered in partnership with BrightKyte. I also share info about my upcoming talks in Ireland and at Autism New Jersey. To learn more about these upcoming events, visit https://www.behaviorbabe.com/presentationsfall2022.

In this episode, Saundra Bishop joins the show to discuss trauma informed treatment. Bishop has been certified 13 years as a behavior analyst. Yet, she reflects on how being a foster parent led her to shift how she views and delivers ABA services. In this episode, Bishop discusses the importance of taking a trauma informed approach to treatment, providing clear and concise examples and descriptions for listeners. Other topics also discussed include early career analysts, the role of licensure, and the importance of being involved with your state chapter. To learn more visit more about Saundra Bishop, the work she does, or the resources she offers, visit www.basicsabatherapy.com.

In this episode, Lorna Murdock joins the show to discuss the inspiration behind her site “Adulting on the Spectrum”. Lorna shares her experiences with her daughters autism diagnosis and shares how the lack of meaningful, appropriate resources led her to create her own. To learn more about Lorna, visit www.adultingonthespectrum.com.

Join us July 14th for a discussion pertaining to medical necessity. This presentation will include a brief literature review on the topic of medical necessity. Additionally, the presenters will discuss how medical necessity is conceptualized in practice, including specific strategies when making medical necessity determinations. Visit www.Behaviorlive.com for more information.

Meme Hieneman joins the show to discuss her career as a behavior analyst, which includes a long history with positive behavior support (PBS). Hieneman, originally certified in the 1980's as an analyst, practiced in the field of behavior analysis until her passing. “Although she battled cancer for many years, she remained fully engaged, creating beautiful memories with her loved ones.” This episode was recorded on March 8, 2021. Hieneman, at age 55, passed away on August 5, 2021. To learn more about Hieneman's contributions and the resources mentioned in the episode, visit www.hcpbs.org.

David Warner, Autism Parent Advocate, joins the show to share his perspectives and experiences with parenting, navigating the world of autism and ABA, becoming a parent advocate, and his journey running for office.

In this episode Dr. Debbie Sutherland joins the show to discuss key thinking and behavior strategies within organizational systems, which are outlined in their book, “The Business of Ambiguity”. Gleaning from their experiences working in diverse fields, such as aviation, tech, and renewable energy, Sutherland also obtains insight by interviewing several successful business executives. In this episode Sutherland discusses how we can develop the ambiguity mindset, approach situations with curiosity, and become a connective communicator. To learn more about Dr. Debbie Sutherland, visit www.BehaviorsInBusiness.com.

In this episode, Rachel Kramer, Executive Director of the Texas Association for Behavior Analysis, joins Dr. Kelly to discuss her passion in the field, her involvement with her state association, and to share news about their upcoming conference, which will be hosted in April in Dallas, TX. To learn more please visit www.TXABA.org.

Plenty of fresh, updated and engaging content headed your way in 2022!

One year ago my dear friend, Feda and her son, Mu who was severely autistic, died in a house fire. Feda made it out of the house, but her son was still inside. She went back in and sadly neither of them survived. Feda died how she lived, dedicated to her children and full of love. On the one year anniversary we ask that you honor their memory by testing your smoke alarms, creating an evacuation route, and taking extra steps if your child or family member has special needs.

In this episode Eileen Lamb, author, photographer, artist, and mom speaks with Dr. Kelly about her family’s journey with autism. Eileen, proud mom of two boys, shares her experiences living in France and now in Texas —Austin to be exact. In this episode, Eileen shares her own journey to receiving an autism diagnosis, as well as being a mom to two boys on the spectrum. Eileen describes the good, the bad, and the ugly: detailing the cyberbullying attacks she has been a victim of when publicly promoting ABA for her boys. Eileen details some of the horrific comments made to her and shares how she has learned to navigate the negativity, creating a safe space for parents (and community members) who want to engage in meaningful and respectful dialogue. To learn more about Eileen and the great work she does, please visit www.theautismcafe.com (@theautismcafe).

Behaviorbabe counts down the TOP 10 episodes of 2020!

In this very special, hour-long episode, Sarah Trautman and Dr. Kelly discuss all things 2020. They speak of how this year started with optimism and intention. Then, became one filled with chaos and heartbreak, most notably with the loss of autism advocate and friend, Feda and her son, Mu. In this episode, Sarah and Dr. Kelly kick 2020 to the curb and talk about what really matters in life! Join them as they take a candid look back at 2020 and a cautiously optimistic look ahead to 2021.

In this episode, Amy Evans joins Dr. Kelly to describe and discuss Precision Teaching, Instructional Design and what she means by getting the party charted! Amy fluidly describes the benefits of measuring fluency when teaching and learning new skills. Amy shares her journey as an expert in these areas and outlines what lies ahead for herself and the field! To learn more about PT, SSC, and Amy visit www.octavetraining.com.

In this episode, Clint Evans joins Dr. Kelly to discuss the Behavior Chef. Clint shares how his love for the science and desire to improve his health led to an opportunity, which also allows him to help others. In this episode, Clint and Dr. Kelly discuss how our histories, private thoughts, and existing repertoires influence our behaviors, related to health and nutrition. Listeners have the opportunity to hear Clint delve into the art of cooking, through a behavior analytic lens. To learn more about Clint, his partner Tony Chambers, and their mission, visit www.behaviorchef.com.

In this episode, Katy Stallings joins Dr. Kelly to discuss what OpenABA is and how the software came to be. Katy shares how the need for a customizable, FREE platform, almost overnight (due to COVID19) compelled her to reach out to friends and colleagues in other professions. Together, with feedback from users and input and from dedicated and talented volunteers, the platform continues to grow and evolve, adapting to meet client needs. To learn more about this project, or to volunteer your time, visit www.Openaba.com.

Bethany Patterson joins Dr. Kelly for a second episode. In this episode, Bethany and Dr. Kelly discuss the challenges military families and providers are facing during the COVID19 pandemic. Join us as we discuss impacts on types of coverage and the modalities of service delivery deemed acceptable by TRICARE, as well as other impacts the pandemic has had for military families —both providers and recipients of ABA services. For more information, visit www.behaviorbabe.com.

In this episode, Vincent Van Antwerp discusses the topic of telehealth with Dr. Kelly. Vincent shares how the pandemic has catapulted the profession of behavior analysis into the world on online instruction. Vincent shares barriers encountered by professionals and agencies as well as some suggestions and solutions. Join us for this episode and discuss telehealth with us, advantages and disadvantages and then weigh in on whether for you, telehealth is a help or a hindrance. Learn more about Vincent and the work he is doing at smarttoolsconsulting.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Dr. Natalie Parks joins Dr. Kelly to discuss her passion for partnering with police. Dr. Parks describes her interest in leadership, diversity and inclusion, and organizational systems and shares the great work she and her colleagues are doing in St. Louis. Collaborating with police officers and departments allows Dr. Parks, as a behavior analyst, a point of entry into the justice system. To learn more about Dr. Parks, visit drnatalieparks.com. To learn more about behavior analysis, visit www.behaviorbabe.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Mireille Ellsworth, a Hawai’i public school teacher joins Dr. Kelly to discuss her concerns for returning to in-person instruction for the upcoming school year. Mireille describes how she transformed her concerns into a grassroots campaign, full of creative ideas for advocating for a safe return to schools. Mireille discusses with Dr. Kelly how she and her colleagues effectively advocated for additional training for teachers and a delay in the start of in-person school for the 20-21 school year. Mireille describes the 4-phase plan her group feels is needed for us to safely return to our public school campuses. Mireille speaks candidly about teachers experiences with DOE “COVID-training” and the type of PPE teachers in Hawai’i have actually received. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Dr. Wright discusses the difference between cultural competence and cultural humility. Dr. Wright shares how culture can be social habits, religion, language, and beyond. For behavior analysts, being culturally aware includes adapting our language, especially when we are working with other professions or cultures. Dr. Wright shares some of her own missteps and lessons learned, modeling for us all how we can become more humble. To learn more, visit www.behaviorbabe.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Dr. Amoy Hugh-Pennie joins Dr. Kelly to share her experiences working in schools throughout the US (New York, Hawai’i) and the world (Canada, Hong Kong), and to discuss her perspectives on how we can ensure and promote an ethical culture. Dr. Hugh-Pennie discusses the importance of integrity and honesty, as well as admitting when we make mistakes. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Carter Keegan returns to discuss updates in his life as an autistic adult. He details his journey, sharing struggles and successes, including his recent college graduation and his long-term relationship with his girlfriend, Tiffany. In this episode, Carter shares his affection for Disney movies and tells how being with “old friends” (even for 45 minutes) can be peaceful and calming. Carter also describes his connection and interest with animals, which started early in his childhood. Carter shares lessons we all can learn from observing and studying animals and the animal kingdom. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Behaviorbabe (Dr. Kelly) talks about some ways her behavior has changed during quarantine. She explores how we have increased behaviors (e.g. cooking at home, wearing masks), while others have decreased (e.g., dinning out, traveling) and others have changed (e.g., celebrating birthdays, going to the grocery store). Dr. Kelly explores some of these new daily truths and does so thru a behavior analytic lens. Although not named specifically in the episode, Dr. Kelly addresses concepts such as the matching law, skill acquisition, motivating operations, aversive stimuli, and the importance of context. To learn more visit www.behaviorbabe.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this unique episode, Dr. Amanda Kelly is interviewed by ASU Professor, Dr. Amanda Digangi on the topic of sustainability. Originally a discussion with ASU graduate students, in this interview Dr. Kelly shares her journey of blending behavior analysis with her passion for sustainability, as well as the origin of her #NoStraw4Me campaign. Dr. Kelly shares her thoughts on how behavior analysts can gain competence, influence legislation, and impact behavior change beyond autism. To learn more visit www.behaviorbabe.com/sustainability. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Camille Morgan joins Dr. Kelly to discuss being a black, cisgender, lesbian, behavior analyst. In light of the current unrest in the US and the ongoing conversations on racism, Camille and Dr. Kelly discuss how we can begin to move through what makes us uncomfortable to create a space where we can acknowledge and address racism in ourselves, in our field, and in society. To learn more, visit www.behaviorbabe.com/social-justice. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Milestones Executive Director, Ilana Hoffer Skoff joins Dr. Kelly to discuss the upcoming Milestones National Autism Conference. Ilana shares the diverse lineup of this year’s (now virtual) conference including Keynotes Lamar Hardwick and Dr. Lauren Moskowitz. Milestones has additional resources beyond their annual conference: such as finding resources for tele-support, self-care, guardianship, and much more. Join Ilana and Dr. Kelly as they discuss the conference, resources, and more. To learn more about Milestones, visit www.milestones.org. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Dr. Antonio Harrison discusses with Dr. Kelly difficult topics; such as diversity, discrimination, and debating divorce with ones own dream. Dr. Harrison discusses his open letter to behavior analysis, including his ideas on how we can effectively evolve and expand our reach as behavior scientists. To read Dr. Harrison’s “Open Letter to Behavior Analysis” visit www.linkedin.com/pulse/open-letter-behavior-analysis-dr-antonio-harrison-bcba-d/. To learn more about applied behavior analysis, visit www.behaviorbabe.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode Dr. Kelly explains how a formula is needed when confronting ethical dilemmas as they are rarely ever black or white. What do you do when one code element appears to conflict with another? Join us for a quick, yet deep discussion on ethics and ABA. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Dr. Kelly describes the differences between reinforcement and punishment. She provides examples of both positive and negative reinforcement as well as positive and negative punishment. To learn more visit www.behaviorbabe.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Rebecca Womack joins Dr. Kelly for a discussion on serving adults, efforts related to advocacy, and some suggestions for achieving meaningful, systems change. For more information, visit www.behaviorbabe.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Feda Almaliti joins Dr. Kelly to speak on the need for specialization within the field of behavior analysis. Feda shares from her own experiences as an autism mother, insurance champion, and legislative advocate the need for further developing existing treatment and supports for adolescents and adults with severe challenging behavior. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app