On today’s episode, the Bitches sit down with Ali Arena, a BCBA and Speech Language Pathologist #superpower. Ali has dedicated her education and career to finding the best communication patterns and behavior changes required to navigate the ever-changing social world. Her clients often call her a “social detective” -- more than likely that comes from her unique training as a Speech Therapist and Behavioral Analyst. She is constantly figuring out the best way to use every client’s strengths to maximize their learning and social potential. We talk all about using the “Improv Method” during sessions to help build confidence, increase social skills, and create a safe environment for everyone! Tune in to hear us get silly while playing improv games and learn new stuff about Casey & Liat that you may not know! Love you. Mean it!   Support us at patreon.com/behaviorbitchespodcast Insta: @behaviorbitchespodcast Facebook: Behavior Bitches Podcast

Improv'ing Your Session with Ali Arena, BCBA

Ever wonder why guys always assume you’re down to get dirty within 3 seconds of meeting them? Why you keep making the same bad decisions and getting back with your crummy ex? Why you can’t stick to a diet? Well, there’s a reason and we’re ready to be direct AF with you by behaviorally breaking down the situation and identifying the function in a way that any average Joe or Jane can understand.

Liat Sacks &amp; Casey McDaniel, two badass Behavior Analysts are your soon to be BFF’s because they make this crazy, “random” world make sense through the lens of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

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On today’s episode the Bitches talk with Gianna Biscontini about behavior, trauma, psychedelics, going through it to get through it, how to not give a flying f#%k, and most importantly her life-changing book Fuckless: A Guide to Wild, Unencumbered Freedom, behavior scientist, and lifestyle design coach guides women through the process of liberating themselves from the ten archaic, stifling expectations (a.k.a. Fucks) society has placed on them for over a century so they can finally live life on their terms.” Tune in to see how Gianna connects with the Bitches. It is too good to miss. Love you. Mean it!  Show Notes: https://www.giannabiscontini.com/ Fuckless: A Guide to Wild, Unencumbered Freedom 4 Intentional Practices to Ground Your New Beginning How to Use Anxiety to Your Advantage with 3 Questions Support us at patreon.com/behaviorbitchespodcast Insta: @behaviorbitchespodcast Facebook: Behavior Bitches Podcast

How to stop giving a flying F#%k

Today on the show, the Bitches sit down with Dr. John Borgen. He is a clinical psychologist and doctoral-level board certified behavior analyst. He has synthesized his education, experience, and expertise into a scientific framework that allows you to succeed when you haven’t before. ABA is an amazing science but let’s be honest we all suck at applying the principles to our own life and habits.  Dr. Borgen wrote a book called “Persevere: The Science-based Guide to Starting lifelong habits.” “You know what you want to change, but all you’ve ever had for help is some advice and people telling you change is important. You’ve tried to sustain an exercise habit or eat healthier and experienced repeated setbacks. Self-criticism and frustration set in making future attempts even more difficult. You see social media filled with success stories and advice that only seems more unattainable in time.”-Dr. Borgen. Tune in for all the behavior principles! Love you. Mean it! Support us at patreon.com/behaviorbitchespodcast Insta: @behaviorbitchespodcast Facebook: Behavior Bitches Podcast

How to Persevere and Create Life-Long Healthy Habits Using ABA

On today’s episode we thought we were going to be talking about crazy Reddit posts, but life got in the way (in a good way), and you have all asked for an episode updating you on where we are in life now so here you go!  Also, we know this is EPISODE 162 and the rhyme is for 161, but like, seriously, there was too much going on to redo that part, so um, you will have to deal with it or miss the F out! Love you. Mean it! Support us at patreon.com/behaviorbitchespodcast Insta: @behaviorbitchespodcast Facebook: Behavior Bitches Podcast

What is Happening in the Bitches' Lives?

On today’s episode, the Bitches bring on Dr. Terrance Bryant and have a conversation about the state of the ABA field, how to show up and use your soft skills to show that you are not a robot, but a human with real feelings and empathy. You have to have boundaries in this field, but you also need to relate to the families you work with and remember everyone is going through some sh*t. Dr. Terrence Bryant has over 20 years of practical experience in providing Applied Behavior Analysis services to a variety of populations. These include individuals with severe emotional-behavioral disturbances, autism and related disorders, intellectual disabilities, various mental illnesses, and a host of other issues requiring treatment.  He has served these populations in state ICF facilities, family home settings, group home settings, foster care, schools, independent living environments, shelter placements, and other community settings.  Dr. Bryant has a wealth of experience in behavioral assessment and behavior treatment plan development. Tune in or miss the F out!  Support us at patreon.com/behaviorbitchespodcast Insta: @behaviorbitchespodcast Facebook: Behavior Bitches Podcast

How to be a Human and a BCBA

On today’s episode, the Bitches bring back on one of our favorite guests, Dr. Steven Kurtz.  As well all know, even the best-behaved children can be difficult and challenging at times. But oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) includes a frequent and ongoing pattern of anger, irritability, arguing and defiance toward parents and other authority figures. ODD also includes being spiteful and seeking revenge, a behavior called vindictiveness. These emotional and behavioral issues cause serious problems with family life, social activities, school and work. But as a parent, you don't have to try to manage a child with ODD alone. PCIT differs from the three other interventions in that parents and children meet together in dyadic parent-child sessions where parent coaching is performed in vivo through a wireless in-ear speaker with the child and the parent in a playroom while the therapist works from behind a one-way mirror. Thus, the therapist sees the child throughout therapy and can tailor the treatment according to directly observed parent and child behavior instead of solely relying on parent reports. Come listen to another amazing episode with all the behavior principles!! Tune in or miss the F out! Support us at patreon.com/behaviorbitchespodcast Insta: @behaviorbitchespodcast Facebook: Behavior Bitches Podcast

Improv'ing Your Session with Ali Arena, BCBA

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