Live from the ABA Conference in Arizona, we sit down with Adam Hahs, Chief Science Officer at Hope Bridge, to explore the future of behavior therapy and its impact on the field.

Discover how ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), innovative leadership, and cutting-edge research are building clinical resilience and transforming ABA care for both clinicians and families.

Whether you're interested in AI integration, mentorship, or leadership development, this episode offers deep insights into the strategies that are shaping the next generation of ABA practices and improving outcomes across the board.

Timestamps:

00:00 Live from the Arizona ABA Conference

00:41 Introduction to Adam Hahs, Chief Science Officer at Hope Bridge

02:41 What is ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)?

03:39 Hope Bridge Initiatives and the Fellowship Program

05:18 The most important leadership characteristics

07:27 Hope Bridge’s Fellowship Program and BCBA Exam Pass Rates

10:11 The challenges of implementation of ACT

11:26 Adam’s experience as a professor and his approach to teaching

15:23 The Bridge Program and mentorship

17:15 Future of ABA: AI integration and ethical considerations

21:52 Continuity of care challenges for children aging out of ABA services