In this episode of "In the Field," I'm thrilled to chat with Priscilla Rodriguez Haros, a BCBA and passionate advocate for integrating reading and personal development into the practice of ABA.

Here's what we cover:

Embracing a Mentorship Role: Priscilla shares her insights on the importance of clear boundaries in mentorship and how it enhances the supervision process.

Continuous Learning Through Literature: Dive into how reading widely can foster growth and bring innovative perspectives to one's practice.

Developing Supervision Skills: Learn how Priscilla uses her reading to enhance her abilities as a supervisor, focusing on empathy, understanding, and effective communication.

Leveraging Literature for Professional Growth: Explore specific book recommendations that have profoundly influenced Priscilla's approach to ABA, leadership, and mentorship.

Priscilla brings a wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm, discussing how these resources can help behavior analysts expand their expertise and approach their work with renewed insight and empathy. This conversation is essential for anyone in the ABA field looking to enhance their personal and professional development.

Want to connect with Priscilla and dive deeper into her insights on reading, mentorship, and professional development in ABA? Follow her on Instagram at @BookedBX where she shares her latest reads, professional insights, and tips on integrating literature into ABA practice!

1. Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High by Kerry Patterson, Joseph Grenny, Ron McMillan, and Al Switzler
2. Unmasking Autism: Discovering the New Faces of Neurodiversity by Dr. Devon Price
3. The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy
4. Building and Sustaining Meaningful and Effective Relationships as a Supervisor by Linda LeBlanc
5. Good Enough Job: Reclaiming Life from Work by Simone Soltsov 
6. Lean In: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead by Sheryl Sandberg
7. ABA Visualized: A Visual Guidebook for Applying ABA in Clinical and Educational Settings
8. Teaching Good Learner Repertoires by Steve Ward
9. Beyond Behaviors by Mona Delahooke
10. Odd Girl Out by Laura James

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