Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman

In this engaging conversation, Dr. C. Richard Spates shares his journey as the first Black behavior analyst and clinical psychologist, discussing the evolution of behavior analysis, the impact of social justice movements on the field, and the complexities of trauma treatment. He critiques the rise of treatment packages in psychology, particularly EMDR, and introduces the concept of moral injury, emphasizing its significance in understanding trauma and mental health. This conversation delves into the complexities of moral injury, particularly concerning PTSD, and explores the various factors that contribute to moral injury, including cultural contexts, parenting styles, and the experiences of individuals in different professions. The discussion highlights the need for a broader understanding of moral injury beyond military contexts, addressing its implications in healthcare, education, and societal structures. The conversation also touches on the potential for developing targeted interventions and the importance of recognizing the experiences of both victims and perpetrators in the discourse surrounding moral injury.

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Contact Dr. Spates

The Moral Injury Spectrum

https://moralinjuryspectrum.com/

Dr. Spates on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/c-richard-spates-4328b2239/

Links:

Dr. Nasiah Cirincione-Ulezi Interviews Dr. Spates on Evolving ABA

https://abatechnologies.com/operant-innovations-podcast/2022-08-31/evolving-aba-001-dr-richard-spates

https://abatechnologies.com/operant-innovations-podcast/2024-07-23/evolving-aba-moral-injury-with-dr-richard-spates

Behaviour  Speak Podcast Interview with Dr. Nasiah

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-67-humilty-compassion-and-reflection-with-dr-nasiah-cirincione-ulezi-and-drjonathan-tarbox/

Black Applied Behavior Analysis Organization

https://babainfo.org/

The Power of Us

https://www.powerofus.online/

In this conversation, Dr. Erika McDowell discusses the challenges and opportunities within the education system, focusing on school enrollment, the importance of capital in education, and the role of micro-schools and Montessori education. She emphasizes the need for liberatory schools that prioritize freedom and inclusivity, while also addressing the intersection of PBIS and Montessori practices. Dr. McDowell highlights the resilience of educators and the importance of community engagement in navigating political changes affecting education.

Watch the video here!

https://youtu.be/7y3i08Z9A7I

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Contact Dr. McDowell

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-erika-mcdowell-85499013/

Wildflower Schools

https://www.wildflowerschools.org/

Black Wildflowers Fund

https://www.blackwildflowers.org/

Inspired Minds Collide

https://www.inspiredmindscollide.com/

Links:

Territories on which Erika Resides

https://www.lenape-nation.org/

Rosa Parks School of Fine and Performing Arts

https://www.paterson.k12.nj.us/Page/296

Howard University

https://howard.edu/

Dr. Deja L. Jones

https://www.dejaljones.com

Sep Kamvar - Ted Talk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dbB5na0g_6M

Teal Organizations

https://www.iberdrola.com/talent/teal-organisations

Kamontá Heidelburg

https://ehe.osu.edu/educational-studies/directory?id=heidelburg.3

MACTE Accreditation

https://www.macte.org/

American Montessori Internationale

https://montessori-ami.org/

Dr. Ayize Sabater

https://www.morgan.edu/psychology/center-for-predictive-analytics/staff/ayize-sabater

APBS

https://apbs.org/

Dianna Yip Director of P.L.A.I. Behaviour Consulting & CEO of PBSA.Asia

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianna-yip-plai/?originalSubdomain=hk

Behaviour Speak Episodes to Check Out

Episode 195 APBS Executive Director Cheretta Clerkley 

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-195-the-association-for-positive-behavior-support-with-executive-director-cheretta-clerkley/

Episode 114 Dr. Nikole Hollins-Sims

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-114-equity-belonging-and-inclusion-with-drnikole-hollins-sims/

In this conversation, Cheretta Clerkley discusses the future of the Association for Positive Behavior Support (APBS), emphasizing the need for the organization to evolve and offer more value to its members. She outlines innovative changes, including new educational opportunities, partnerships, and a focus on inclusivity. The new APBS Executive Director also highlights the importance of international connections and the upcoming conference, which aims to diversify its content and presenters. The conversation concludes with a look at the Journal of Positive Behavioral Interventions and its role in supporting the organization's mission.

Check out APBS:  https://apbs.org/

Contact:

Cheretta Clerkley

[email protected]

https://www.linkedin.com/in/clerkley/

In episode 194, Ben Reiman interviews Issac Morgan and Wesley Guy, two Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). They share their journeys into the field, discussing their experiences and the challenges they faced, particularly regarding training and identity. The conversation highlights the importance of mentorship, the need for diversity in the field, and the aspirations of these professionals to bridge gaps between different educational settings. They also emphasize the rewarding nature of their work and encourage others, especially young Black men, to consider a career in ABA.

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Contact Wesley Guy:

https://www.shiftperspectivesbehaviorconsulting.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/wesley-guy-252052255/

https://www.instagram.com/est_93wesguy/

https://www.instagram.com/shiftingperspectives_bc/

Contact Issac Morgan:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/issac-morgan-90143b131/

Links:

Black Men in Behavior Analysis

https://bmbanetwork.org/

Black Applied Behavior Analysts

https://babainfo.org/

Gereen Francis

https://www.linkedin.com/in/gereen-r-francis/

https://www.tangerinebehavioral.com/

The International Behavior Analysis Organization

https://www.theibao.com/

Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Mentioned:

Episode 180 The ABA Roundtable: Centering Registered Behavior Technicians

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-180-the-aba-roundtable-centering-registered-behavior-technicians/

The Road to Black Con 2024 Mini Episode 4 The RBT Experience

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-159-the-road-to-black-con-series-mini-episode-4-the-rbt-experience/

Episode 79 Black Men in Behavior Analysis with Jeron Trotman

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-159-the-road-to-black-con-series-mini-episode-4-the-rbt-experience/

In this conversation, Dr. Amber Sessoms discusses the complexities of identity and community within the Black experience, particularly in predominantly white spaces. She emphasizes the importance of resilience, the need for intentional conversations at home, and the role of education in challenging harmful narratives. Dr. Sessoms also explores the significance of ancestry and historical trauma, advocating for healing and reclamation of one's heritage. She highlights the power of love and humanity in fostering connections and the importance of applying knowledge in practical ways to create a more inclusive society.

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Contact Dr. Sessoms:

https://www.aninclination.com/about

https://www.instagram.com/natural_inclination/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/aninclination/

Links:

Highlander Adult Education Center

https://kinginstitute.stanford.edu/highlander-folk-school

Teaching To Transgress by Bell Hooks

https://www.routledge.com/Teaching-to-Transgress-Education-as-the-Practice-of-Freedom/hooks/p/book/9780415908085

All About Love by Bell Hooks

https://www.google.ca/books/edition/All_About_Love/A5ZDDwAAQBAJ?hl=en&gbpv=0

Uncle Bobbie’s Books - Philadelphia

https://www.unclebobbies.com/

Starting with a love of Organic Chemistry

Dr. Bettina Love

https://bettinalove.com/

Eddie Glaude

Robin Redman Wright

Dr. Dena Simmons

My Grandmother’s Hands - Resmaa Menakem

The 1619 Project

Research Articles Discussed:

Sessoms, A. M. (2023). The work of bearing witness to the dual pandemics of COVID-19 and white rage. New Directions for Adult and Continuing Education, 2023, 91–104. https://doi.org/10.1002/ace.20489

Love, B. L. (2016). Anti-Black state violence, classroom edition: The spirit murdering of Black children. Journal of Curriculum and Pedagogy, 13(1), 22–25. https://doi.org/10.1080/15505170.2016.1138258

Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Mentioned:

Episode 114: Equity, Belonging and Inclusion with Dr. Nikole Hollins-Sims

Episode 75 Cultivating Black Excellence and Intelligence in School Psychology with Dr. Celeste Malone

Episode 67 Humility, Compassion, and Reflection with Dr. Nasiah Cirincione Ulezi and Dr. Jonathan Tarbox

This conversation explores the contributions of three authors of the paper: Behavior Analysis in Venezuela: An Unrecognized Legacy published in the journal, Behavior Analysis in Practice, and outlines their journeys from Venezuela to the U.S., and the socio-political context that shaped their experiences. The speakers discuss the rich history of behavior analysis in Venezuela, the unique Latin American model of education, and the significant role women played in establishing and sustaining behavior analysis programs. They reflect on the importance of community, identity, and tribute in academia, as well as the challenges and adaptations faced in their professional journeys. The conversation concludes with a hopeful outlook on the future of behavior analysis in Venezuela and the importance of recognizing and sharing research contributions from the region

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Contact Mirari Elcoro:

https://www.framingham.edu/our-people/mirari-elcoro-phd

Contact Amalix Flores:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amalix-flores-069581188/

Contact Corina Jimenez-Gomez: 

https://tabslab.psych.ufl.edu/corina-jimenez-gomez/

Research Articles Discussed:

Elcoro, M., Flores, A., Jimenez-Gomez, C., Angelucci, L., Burgos, J. E., Contreras, E., ... & Yáber, G. (2024). Behavior Analysis in Venezuela: An Unrecognized Legacy. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 1-12.

Ardila, R. (1982). Psychology in Latin America today. Annual Review of Psychology, 33, 103–122. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev.ps.33.020182.000535

Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Mentioned:

Episode 172: ¿Quiénes somos? An Exploration of Latinidad

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/ep-172-quienes-somos-an-exploration-of-latinidad/

Episode 186 Culturo Behavior Science : A Primer With Dr. Traci Cihon, Dr. 

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-186-culturo-behavior-science-a-primer-with-dr-traci-cihon-dr-kyosuke-kazaoka-and-dr-albert-malkin/

Episode 96: Behavior Analysis in Mexico with Mariana del los Santos, M.S., BCBA, Varsovia Hernández Eslava  Ph.D., BCBA, and Janet Enriquez, M.S., BCBA

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-96-behavior-analysis-in-mexico-with-mariana-del-los-santos-ms-bcba-varsovia-hernandez-eslava-phd-bcba-and-janet-enriquez-ms-bcba/

Episode 68: Racism, Feminism, and Behaviour Analysis in Brazil with Dr. Táhcita Medrado Mizael, Ph.D.

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-68-racism-feminism-in-brazil-with-drs-tahcita-medrado-mizael/

Behavior Analysis in The Middle East

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/category/arabmena-voices

Behavior Analysis in Eastern Europe

Belarus

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/behaviouranalysis-in-belaruswith-hannakalinouskaya-bcba-iba/

Ukraine

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-184-behavior-analysis-in-ukraine-with-alla-moskalets/

Behavior Analysis in Africa

Nigeria

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-120-culturally-responsive-screening-tools-for-autism-andor-intellectual-disabilities-in-nigeria-with-dr-eziafakaku-nwokolo/

Ghana and Nigeria

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-91-behaviour-analysis-in-ghana-and-nigeria-with-josephine-akure-and-joy-oviojie/

Senegal

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-9-behaviour-analysis-in-senegal-with-adair-cardon-ms-bcba/

Botswana

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-5-bringing-behaviour-analysis-to-africa-a-culturally-diverse-journey-around-the-world-with-maleshwane-mauco-msc-bcba/

Behavior Analysis in Asia

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/category/asian-and-pacfic-islander-voices

In this conversation, Ben Reiman interviews Hanna Kalinouskaya, a behavior analyst from Belarus, who shares her journey from being a musician to becoming the first BCBA in her country. She discusses the political situation in Belarus, the challenges faced by families with children with autism, and the evolution of autism services in the region. Hanna also talks about her experiences during the war, her efforts to create a behavior analysis course, and her aspirations for the future of behavior analysis in Belarus and beyond.

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Contact Hanna:

https://kalinouskaya.com/

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/kalinovskaya.aba/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/Анна-Калиновская-234bbb1a4/

Links:

International Behavior Analysis Organization

https://www.theibao.com/

Episodes Referenced:

Episode 184 Behavior Analysis in Ukraine with Alla Moskalets 

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-184-behavior-analysis-in-ukraine-with-alla-moskalets/

Episode 180 The International Behavior Analysis Organization wit Dr. Michael Mueller

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-80-the-international-behavior-analyst-organization-an-interview-with-ibao-co-founder-and-executive-director-dr-michael-mueller-bcba-d-iba/

In Episode 190, Leslie Peters shares her story as a Métis individual, exploring her family history, cultural identity, and the impact of colonization. Leslie discusses her professional role in student support services in the Yukon, her experiences growing up in a mixed heritage family, and the importance of understanding and embracing Métis culture. The conversation delves into the complexities of identity, the historical context of the fur trade, and the significance of cultural practices in parenting. Peters also reflects on the interplay between science and Indigenous knowledge, emphasizing the healing potential of recognizing the shared experiences of both colonizers and the colonized. The discussion transitions into the intersection of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Indigenous approaches, emphasizing the need for culturally responsive and trauma-informed practices. Leslie shares her journey into the field of ABA, highlighting the challenges and misconceptions she faced, and how she aims to integrate Indigenous perspectives into her work.

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Contact Leslie:

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-peters-5b011b44/

Email:

[email protected]

Links:

Moose Factory Metis

https://www.ontariometisfacts.com/post/major-metis-presence-moose-factory

https://www.ontariometisfacts.com/post/the-turners-a-metis-family

Metis Nation of Ontario

https://www.metisnation.org/

Autism Yukon

https://autismyukon.org/

Neurosequential Model 

https://www.neurosequential.com/

Dr. Richard Stock

https://www.capilanou.ca/programs--courses/search--select/explore-our-areas-of-study/faculty-profiles/richard-stock/

Articles Discussed:

Penney, A.M., Bateman, K.J., Veverka, Y. et al. Compassion: The Eighth Dimension of Applied Behavior Analysis. Behav Analysis Practice (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-023-00888-9

Wolf M. M. (1978). Social validity: the case for subjective measurement or how applied behavior analysis is finding its heart. Journal of applied behavior analysis, 11(2), 203–214. https://doi.org/10.1901/jaba.1978.11-203

Beaulieu, L., Kwak, D., Jimenez-Gomez, C., & Morgan, G. (2024). Implementing culturally responsive and trauma-informed practices with checklists and goal setting. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 57(4), 821–839. https://doi.org/10.1002/jaba.1095

Stack, A., & Lucyshyn, J. (2019). Autism Spectrum Disorder and the Experience of Traumatic Events: Review of the Current Literature to Inform Modifications to a Treatment Model for Children with Autism. Journal of autism and developmental disorders, 49(4), 1613–1625. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-018-3854-9

Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Mentioned:

Episode 162 Michael Yellow Bird

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-162-the-decolonization-equation-with-dr-michael-yellow-bird/

Episode 148 Deb Fernando

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-148-behaviour-analysis-in-first-nation-communities-of-australia/

Episode 147 Jaxcy Turietta

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-147-the-chickasaw-behavior-analyst-with-dr-jaxcy-odom/

Episode 130 Jordyn Burleson

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-130-the-tonowanda-seneca-behavior-technician-with-jordyn-burleson-rbt/

Episode 117

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-117-the-lakota-bcba-with-valerie-clack-ma-bcbalba/

Episode 106 Mari Cerda

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-106-ancient-wisdom-meets-modern-insights-dr-mari-cerda-s-journey-as-an-indigenous-mestiza-autistic-behavior-analyst/

Episode 64 Naomi Tachera

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-64-culture-based-education-with-naomi-k-tachera-ma-bcba-lba/

Episode 11 Louis Busch

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-11-the-treatment-of-life-threatening-pica-with-louis-busch-bst-abs-hc-med-bcba/

Episode 2 Alexia Stack

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-2-trauma-informed-supports-for-autism/

In this conversation, Morénike Giwa Onaiwu shares her journey as an Autistic individual and advocate for disability justice. She discusses her background, the challenges she faced growing up, and her experiences with mental health. Morénike emphasizes the importance of intersectionality in understanding the diverse experiences of individuals with disabilities. The conversation also delves into the ongoing debate surrounding Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, highlighting personal experiences and the need for more inclusive and holistic approaches to support neurodivergent individuals. Morénike's work with the Federal Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee and her initiative, Advocacy Without Borders, showcases her commitment to amplifying the voices of marginalized communities and improving access to resources and support.

Contact:

Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network

https://awnnetwork.org/directory/morenike-giwa-onaiwu/

Advocacy Without Bordersd

https://advocacywithoutborders.org/morenikego/

Links:

Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee

https://iacc.hhs.gov/

Project with Northwestern University

https://news.northwestern.edu/stories/2024/12/study-investigates-best-early-intervention-method/

Behaviour Speak Podcast Epiosdes Referenced

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-171-empowering-black-voices-in-autism-research/

Camile Proctor  Episode 187

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/epiosde-187-culturally-grounded-autism-training-for-black-parents-with-camille-proctor/

In this conversation, Ben Reiman and Dr. Pauline Tolentino Pablo discuss the importance of Filipino identity, language diversity, current issues in the Philippines, and the resilience of Filipino culture in the face of generational trauma. She discusses the impact of her upbringing in the Philippines, the challenges she faced in the education system, and how these experiences shaped her understanding of mental health. The conversation also covers Pauline's immigration story from the Philippines to the U.S., family dynamics, and the role of Filipinos in nursing and caregiving.  Pauline also highlights the significance of community and representation in the field of behavioral health, particularly through the formation of APIABA, which aims to support Asian and Pacific Islander behavior analysts. The discussion emphasizes the need for holistic approaches in healthcare and the importance of cultural connections in providing effective support.

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Contact Dr. Pablo:

Symphony Behavioral Health

https://www.symphonybh.com/

Dr. Pablo on Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/integratedbx/

Links:

Asian & Pacific Islander Association for Behavior Analysis

https://www.instagram.com/api.behavioranalysis/

Fernandeño Tataviam Band of Mission Indians

Behaviour Speak Podcast Episodes Referenced:

Episode 109 with Dr. Valeria Parejo

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-109-behaviour-analysis-in-brasil-with-valeria-parejo/

Asian and Pacfiic Islanders

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/category/asian-and-pacfic-islander-voices

Episode 64 with Naomi Tachera 

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-64-culture-based-education-with-naomi-k-tachera-ma-bcba-lba/

Episode 148 Deb Fernando

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-148-behaviour-analysis-in-first-nation-communities-of-australia/

Episode 162 Michael Yellow Bird

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-162-the-decolonization-equation-with-dr-michael-yellow-bird/

Episode 17 with Dr. Rebecca Sharp 

https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-17-behavioural-gerontology-with-dr-rebecca-sharp-phd-bcba-d/