A BCBA develops treatment plans to correct unwanted behavior and encourage positive traits. They analyze how a patient’s motivation affects their behavior, then create an environment that facilitates progress. BCBAs may work with families, teachers or other psychological professionals to monitor and support patients. BCBAs need to complete various educational, training and certification requirements before…
ABOUT THE TECH JULIE POINCOT MS, BCBA, LBA “After being in the field for a year as a registered behavior technician, my hands-on experience with helping teach children created a passion for Applied Behavior Analysis. Once I was able to see the change happening with my children, I knew that I wanted to be a…
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a therapy based on the science of learning and behavior. It is the only evidence-based treatment for ASD, and focuses on improving educational and socially significant behaviors. These behaviors often include tantrums, aggression, self-stimulatory and self-injurious behaviors. ABA therapy applies the understanding of how behavior works to real life situations.…
ABOUT THE TECH EMILY GILCREASE MA, BCBA, LBA | Clinical Director “Hi, I’m Emily. I’m the clinical director and one of the co-founders of Cusps and Capabilities. I got into the field of ABA in 2013 and immediately fell in love with it. After several jobs in the sales industry, I just wasn’t feeling rewarded…