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Dana Reinecke, PhD, BCBA-D Capella University and Supervisor ABA One of the most rewarding and impactful jobs a behavior analyst can have is preparing aspiring new professionals. Behavior analysts learn through varied experiences as students, trainees, and mentees, under support and guidance from experienced faculty, supervisors, and mentors. Not only is it an honor and…
Conducted by Mi Trinh, BA and David Celiberti, PhD, BCBA-D We recently had the pleasure of interviewing Thuong Ho, MA, BCBA, to learn about her unique journey and her extensive work and efforts in introducing and integrating applied behavior analysis in the treatment for autism in Vietnam. Readers will gain insights into the reality of…
I am a BCBA collaborating on a case with an occupational therapist. The OT recommended a weighted vest. I know this is not an evidence-based practice, but I fear that if I’m not open to her suggestions, it will hurt our collaborative efforts and reinforce possible perceptions that behavior analysts are close-minded. How can I…
Reviewed by Kate McKenna, MEd, MSEd, BCBA, LBA Association for Science in Autism Treatment Kirstyn Mazza, MS, RBT Hunter College The supervision of many professionals in the fields of education and therapy is often required of Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA), and it is important that BCBAs use proven strategies to supervise and train others, so…
Conducted by Adriane Miliotis, MA, BCBA, LBA and David Celiberti, PhD, BCBA-D Recently, we had the pleasure of speaking with ASAT Professional Advisory Board Member, Tracie Lindblad, MSc., SLP, MEd, BCBA, to learn about her journey to becoming a dually certified SLP-BCBA and to discuss her thoughts on interprofessional collaboration. Adriane and David: Please share…
Mi Trinh, BA, Carolina Arguello, BA, and David Celiberti, PhD, BCBA-D Association for Science in Autism Treatment In November 2020, The Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) shared a resource titled “Interprofessional Collaborative Practice Between Behavior Analysts and Speech-Language Pathologists.” This document was developed by Trina D. Spencer, PhD, BCBA-D, Lina Slim, PhD, BCBA-D, CCC-SLP,…
An Interview with Michelle Kelly, PhD, BCBA-D, C. Psychol., Ps. S. I., Associate Professor, Counseling, Special Education and Neuroscience Division, at the Emirates College of Advanced Education (ECAE) Part 1 of this interview can be found here. Conducted by Lina Slim, PhD, BCBA-D, CCC-SLP Lina: The first part of this interview was well received, and…
An Interview with Michelle Kelly, PhD, BCBA-D, C. Psychol., Ps. S. I., Associate Professor, Counseling, Special Education and Neuroscience Division, at the Emirates College of Advanced Education (ECAE) Part 2 of this interview can be found here. Conducted by Lina Slim, PhD, BCBA-D, CCC-SLP I had the great pleasure to interview Dr. Michelle Kelly and learn…
As the country further re-opens during the COVID-19 pandemic, I would like my son with autism to be able to visit some places he used to enjoy. However, I know that face masks are now required, and he is resistant to wearing one. How can I teach my son to cooperate with wearing a face…
I have spent a lot of time researching best practices and consulting with my supervisor to develop my first official behavior intervention plan (BIP) for a home therapy case. I interviewed the family during assessment and have their consent to implement the plan. I know that including the family is crucial for the overall success…
Answered by David Celiberti, PhD, BCBA-D and Nicole Stewart, MSEd, BCBA, LBA-NY Association for Science in Autism Treatment This is a wonderful and important question! Without a doubt, the long period of service disruption brought about by COVID-19 has been very challenging to families and providers alike. It also brings additional opportunities to observe individuals…