#Behavior Analyst

Tips for a new Behavior Analyst (BCBA) 📝 •Always carry a healthy level of skepticism. Even “evidence-based practices” shouldn’t be taken at face value (I’ll discus further on another post). •Be open to new research and new perspectives ABA has evolved from the days of rigid Behavior Modification methods and it’s important that as clinicians, we are always looking to evolve as well. •Collaborate with other disciplines, keep a pulse on what is working and what isn’t, and use the foundational knowledge you’ve acquired in behavior science to shape your own therapeutic approach. Instagram LIVE: 🗓️March 27th ⏰9pmEst Let’s connect and learn more about how “myBehavior NETWORK”will support families and clinicians on their journey! 🤝🏼 • • • Interested in Early Access to MBN? Families: tag your fav therapist below and share this post on your story. Clinicians: tag a colleague in the comments and share this post on your story. Make sure to tag me so that I can repost you! See you all soon 🤝🏼 Its a new day in ABA #mybehaviornetwork🌎 #behavioranalysis #bcba #behavioranalyst #tips #behavior #therapy #aba #behaviorscience #multidisciplinary #speech #ot #psychology #asd #autismparents #adhd #community #therapist #autismo #psicologia #terapia #comunidad

The concept of behavior momentum can be applied to both animals and humans. I have personally found it really helpful in being able to complete chores around the house. It’s easier to keep going if you’ve already started, and it’s easier to start with…something easy! 😁 . #autism #autisticadult #brainhacking #autistic #specialeducation #teacher #behavior #appliedbehavioranalysis #aba #advice #adhd #executivefunctioning #procrastination

If you’re seeing this, it’s not too late! While it’s common to struggle with supervision and parent training, it’s not something you need to continue to deal with. Check out the Supervision Playbook and the Parent Playbook to transform the way you practice. I made this because I know the struggle! Not knowing what to talk about, what to look for, what to do!!! It’s every BCBA’s nightmare. So, come join the bright side and learn ways to make it all better ❤️ Learn more at www.behaviorfy.net 🌐 #bcbalife #appliedbehavioranalysis #bcbasupervision #parenttraining #behavioranalyst

Practicing with compassion means demonstrating patience and modeling calmness while treating individuals with respect and dignity. It is important to train clinicians on how to respond proactively to crisis situations in order to ensure safety and supportive environments. Lack of training can create hazardous situations for both clinicians and children, resulting in poor practices. This often contributes to the negative perceptions of the application of Behavior Analysis in children on the Autism Spectrum. Severe behavior can be influenced by many factors beyond the scope of ABA. Therefore, coordinating care with other professionals and adopting a multidisciplinary approach is essential. However, one thing we can control during therapy is our method, ensuring it is rooted in compassion and understanding. 🚨Disclaimer: This video has been shared with the consent of the child’s parent for training purposes. It features an autistic child engaging in aggression and self-injury. The purpose of this video is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose any condition or substitute professional treatment. Always consult with a qualified clinician or healthcare provider for professional advice regarding medical or behavioral interventions #aba #therapy #bcba #behavioranalysis #autism #asd #adhd #aggression #selfinjury #severebehavior #Psychology #mentalhealth #speech #speechtherapy #ot #occupationaltherapy #multidisciplinary #behavior #coaching #autismparents #parentcoaching #autismo #psicologia #terapia #science #compassion

🌤️🌈 Cool, calm, & 𝒃𝒆𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒊𝒐𝒓 𝒂𝒏𝒂𝒍𝒚𝒕𝒊𝒄 🧘🏼‍♀️ Disclaimer: This video is for humor and educational purposes only. In Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), we never ignore dangerous behavior or signs of distress. Safety and emotional well-being always come first! The “ignore” strategy applies only to minor, attention-seeking behaviors—never to behaviors that could cause harm or signal that a child needs support. 💙

Practicing as psychologists and behavior analysts, we have to change our language often depending on the context. Psychologists can have a range of theoretical orientations, including developmental, cognitive, social, and behavioral. While all behavior analysts have a behavioral orientation, they can vary in their emphasis on radical behaviorism, ACT, verbal behavior, or many other micro orientations within the discipline. Behavior analysts and psychologists can approach the same question very differently. The behavior analyst may focus on specific technologies (task analysis), outcomes (shoe tying completion), and mechanisms (reinforcement) while the psychologist may focus on topics like developmental level and self-esteem/efficacy. Here’s the thing - they are both frameworks with a common goal. Neither answer is right or wrong. In fact, both responses would benefit from content from one another. This was one of the realizations that motivated us to write our book, “Psychology Essentials for Behavior Analysts”, which comes out next month through Routledge. If you’re a behavior analyst who is open to learning more psychology concepts and principles to enhance behavior analytic practices, check it out!

As a hands on BCBA, it be so hard for me to not jump in immediately to deescalate a behavior. However, I have learned that this is not even helpful & actually does more harm than good (obviously unless necessary, where my tech needs support). Allowing my techs to deescalate behaviors on their own, not only allows me to provide them w/ positive reinforcement, it also allows me to provide any feedback on areas they could touch up on, it allows me to see if there are pieces of the behavior plan that isn’t effective, and gives me peace of mind to know my techs/ clients are more likely to remain safe during sessions in my absence. This gives my techs confidence to respond to a behavior and not be hesitant, one second of hesitation can quickly result in a crisis situation that could’ve been avoided! #appliedbehavioranalysis #bcba #aba #rbt #fyp

I am a board certified behavior analyst a.k.a. BCBA. But I prefer to be called a behavior scientist and I specialize in precision teaching. #bcba #aba #behavioranalysis #appliedbehavioranalysis #precisionteaching

✨A day in the life of a BCBA isn’t just meetings and data — it’s making magic happen behind the scenes 💛 BCBAs (Board Certified Behavior Analysts) are the clinical leads in ABA therapy. They: 🧩 Create individualized treatment plans for each child 📊 Analyze data to track progress and adjust goals 👩‍🏫 Train and guide RBTs (the therapists working 1:1 with your child) 💬 Collaborate with parents to support skills at home 🎉 Celebrate every victory, big or small! They make sure every strategy is backed by science and tailored to your child’s unique needs — because progress is personal 💫 📍 Serving Miami & Orlando families with compassionate, evidence-based ABA therapy. ✨ Helping kids 18 months – 20 years old reach their full potential. Contact us now for more information about our centers! 786-349-4700 #abatherapy #bcba #appliedbehavioranalysis #abatherapyworks #bcbalife #behavioranalysis #behavioranalyst

Sometimes a little reassurance is needed while you figure things out 😂😂 #schoolbasedbcba #bcba #behavioranalysis #behavioranalyst #behaviorscience #behaviorinschools #ivegotaplan #behaviorintervention #behaviorspecialist #functionofbehavior #specialed #specialeducationclassroom #classroommanagement

This is a common example of scripting, where children repeat phrases rather than answering from their own experiences. As behavior technicians, we gently guide them back to authentic communication by asking reflective questions. For instance, we might say, “You said scaring dinosaurs—where did you hear that? From a video or a story?” This helps build awareness of where the words came from and supports more intentional communication. You also might say: “That’s a fun idea! But what do you, [their name], what do YOU like to do?” This keeps the interaction validating while softly inviting an authentic answer. Another approach is to ask open-ended questions related to their interests, like, “What’s your favorite dinosaur?” :) #behaviortechnician #behaviortherapy #autismsupport #behavioranalyst #funnygirl

If I was your behaviour analyst (a girl can dream 💛), here’s what I’d want you to know… Behaviour is communication. Not “naughty.” Not manipulative. Not attention-seeking. Every behaviour serves a function. And if we don’t understand the *why*, we’re just guessing at solutions and they end up being just tips & tricks (that you e probably already tried..) Before we try to reduce a behaviour, we should be asking: What is this child trying to tell us? What skill might be missing? What support isn’t in place yet? This information and assessment us make thoughtful decisions instead of reactive ones. It shows us what’s working. It protects children from unnecessary, restrictive approaches. And the best outcomes? They happen when families, educators and allied health professionals work together, with shared understanding and shared goals. That’s what we believe in at Super Kids 💛 We’ve got you.