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  • The Behavioral View Episode 6.3: Assessment to Behavior Plan Implementation with Allison Frazier

    The Behavioral View Episode 6.3: Assessment to Behavior Plan Implementation with Allison Frazier
    Mar 24 2026
    This episode reviews the process of moving from assessment to behavior intervention planning within applied behavior analysis. The discussion highlights best practices for conducting assessments, including the use of informant reports, direct observation, and multiple assessment types to inform clinical decision-making. Presenters emphasize the importance of individualized assessment selection, compassionate care, and collaboration with caregivers and interdisciplinary teams. The panel also explores common challenges in synthesizing assessment data, developing meaningful hypotheses, and ensuring intervention plans are feasible and socially valid. Additionally, the role of technology and decision-support tools in enhancing clinician performance and improving outcomes is discussed. To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification quiz to generate your certificate! Don't forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review. Show Notes: References Bailey, J., & Burch, M. (2010). 25 essential skills for the professional behavior analysts: Expert tips for maximizing consulting effectiveness. Routledge/ Taylor Francis Group. Bailey, J. S., & Burch, M. R. (2016). Ethics for behavior analysts (3rd ed.). Routledge Rohrer, J. L., Marshall, K. B., Suzio, C., & Weiss, M. J. (2021). Soft skills: The case for compassionate approaches or how behavior analysis keeps finding its heart. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 14(4), 1135–1143. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-021-00563-x Taylor, B. A., LeBlanc, L. A., & Nosik, M. R. (2019). Compassionate care in behavior analytic treatment: Can outcomes be enhanced by attending to relationships with caregivers? Behavior Analysis in Practice, 12(3), 654–666. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40617-018-00289-3 Resources CR Institute AI Measures (AIM) by CentralReach
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  • The Behavioral View Episode 6.2: Outcomes-Based Care in ABA with Yagnesh Vadgama

    The Behavioral View Episode 6.2: Outcomes-Based Care in ABA with Yagnesh Vadgama
    Feb 26 2026
    In this episode of The Behavioral View, Nissa Van Etten, Olivia Teal, Elizabeth Barajas, and Yagnesh Vadgama discuss the evolution of outcomes-based care within applied behavior analysis (ABA). Drawing from extensive experience in both clinical practice and payer systems, Vadgama outlines the differences between traditional fee-for-service models and outcomes-based care frameworks. The panel explores how standardized assessments, aggregate data analysis, and empirically supported dosing recommendations can create greater alignment between providers and payers while maintaining individualized clinical decision-making. The discussion addresses administrative burden, prior authorization processes, value-based payment arrangements, caregiver involvement, social determinants of health, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Emphasis is placed on transparency, data-driven decision making, and protecting the integrity of behavior analytic practice while demonstrating measurable outcomes at both the individual and population levels. This course provides practical insight into how outcomes-based care models may shape the future of ABA service delivery. To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification quiz to generate your certificate! Don't forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review. Show Notes: References Frazier, T. W., Youngstrom, E. A., Speer, L., Embacher, R., Law, P., Constantino, J., Findling, R. L., Hardan, A. Y., & Eng, C. (2014). Validation of proposed DSM-5 criteria for autism spectrum disorder. Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 53(1), 28–40. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaac.2013.10.012 Frazier, T. W., Klingemier, E. W., Beukemann, M., Speer, L., Markowitz, L., Parikh, S., & Strauss, M. S. (2021). Development and validation of the Autism Impact Measure (AIM). Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 51, 3407–3421. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-020-04795-1 Smith, P. C., Sagan, A., Siciliani, L., & Figueras, J. (2023). Building on value-based health care: Towards a health system perspective. Health Policy, 138, 104918. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.healthpol.2023.104918 AI.Measures Scientific Support Ferguson, E. F., Frazier, T. W., Hardan, A. Y., & Uljarević, M. (2025). Challenging behavior domains in individuals with neurodevelopmental genetic syndromes: The role of psychological features. American Journal of Medical Genetics Part B: Neuropsychiatric Genetics, 0(1), 1-12 Frazier, T. W., Huba, K., Frazier, A. R., Womack, R. A., Youngstrom, E. A., Chetcuti, L., Hardan, A. Y., & Uljarevic, M. (2025). Maximizing accurate detection of divergence from normative expectation in behavioral intervention outcome assessment. Research in Autism, 126, 202646. Frazier, T. W., Youngstrom, E. A., Frazier, A. R., & Uljarevic, M. (2025). A critical appraisal of the measurement of adaptive social communication behaviors in the behavioral intervention context. Behavioral Sciences, 15(6), 722 Frazier, T.W., Helton, M., Akouri, C., Chetcuti, L., Uljarevic, M. (2025) Identifying Reliable Change In Outcome Assessments for Behavioral Intervention. Behavioral Interventions. Frazier, T. W., Dimitropoulos, A., Abbeduto, L., Armstrong-Brine, M., Kralovic, S., Shih, A., Hardan, A. Y., Youngstrom, E. A., Uljarevic, M., Verbal Beginnings, T. (2024). Psychometric evaluation of the Autism Symptom Dimensions Questionnaire. Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology. Frazier, T. W., Busch, R. M., Klaas, P., Lachlan, K., Jeste, S., Kolevzon, A., Loth, E., Harris, J., Speer, L., Pepper, T., Anthony, K., Graglia, J. M., Delagrammatikas, C., Bedrosian-Sermone, S., Beekhuyzen, J., Smith-Hicks, C., Sahin, M., Eng, C., Hardan, A. Y., & Uljarevic, M. (2023). Development of informant-report neurobehavioral survey scales for PTEN hamartoma tumor syndrome and related neurodevelopmental genetic syndromes. Am J Med Genet A, 191(7), 1741-1757. https://doi.org/10.1002/ajmg.a.63195 Frazier, T. W., Crowley, E., Shih, A., Vasudevan, V., Karpur, A., Uljarevic, M., & Cai, R. Y. (2022). Associations between executive functioning, challenging behavior, and quality of life in children and adolescents with and without neurodevelopmental conditions. Frontiers in Psychology. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2022.1022700 Frazier, T. W., Dimitropoulos, A., Abbeduto, L., Armstrong-Brine, M., Kralovic, S., Shih, A., Hardan, A. Y., Youngstrom, E. A., Uljarevic, M., & Quadrant Biosciences - As You Are Team. (2023). The Autism Symptom Dimensions Questionnaire: Development and psychometric evaluation of a new, open-source measure of autism symptomatology. Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology. https://doi.org/10.1111/dmcn.15497 Frazier, T. W., Dimitropoulos, A., Abbeduto, L., ...
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  • The Behavioral View 6.1: Season Premiere with Thomas Frazier, Ph.D.

    The Behavioral View 6.1: Season Premiere with Thomas Frazier, Ph.D.
    Jan 26 2026
    In this podcast episode, Shannon Hill, Nissa Van Etten, and Jordan Fries interview Thomas Frazier about outcome measurement in behavioral intervention services. Using Frazier and colleagues' work on adaptive social communication measurement as a foundation, the discussion explores why many legacy assessments were not designed for the ABA context or for individuals with autism and developmental disabilities. The presenters distinguish between moment-to-moment ABA data collection and periodic outcome assessment, highlighting how periodic measures support long-term progress tracking, clinical decision-making, and accountability to funders. The episode emphasizes the complementary roles of norm-referenced and skill-based assessments, discusses constraints such as limited assessment authorizations, and underscores the importance of monitoring client and family quality of life. Ethical considerations related to caregiver-report measures, interpretation of sensitive results, and appropriate referrals are also addressed. To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification quiz to generate your certificate! Don't forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review. Show Notes: References Frazier, T. W., Youngstrom, E. A., Frazier, A. R., & Uljarevic, M. (2025). A critical appraisal of the measurement of adaptive social communication behaviors in the behavioral intervention context. Behavioral Sciences, 15(6), 722. Aman, M. G., Singh, N. N., Stewart, A. W., & Field, C. J. (1985). The Aberrant Behavior Checklist: A behavior rating scale for the assessment of treatment effects. American Journal of Mental Deficiency, 89(5), 485–491. Sparrow, S. S., Cicchetti, D. V., & Balla, D. A. (2005). Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales (2nd ed.). Circle Pines, MN: American Guidance Service. Abidin, R. R. (2012). Parenting Stress Index (4th ed.). Lutz, FL: Psychological Assessment Resources. Resources U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2022). Patient-Focused Drug Development: Selecting, Developing, or Modifying Fit-for-Purpose Clinical Outcome Assessments—Guidance for Industry, FDA Staff, and Other Stakeholders. International Consortium for Health Outcomes Measurement (ICHOM). Autism Spectrum Disorder Standard Set. Child and Family Quality of Life (CFQL) Measure.
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  • The Behavioral View 5.10: The CR Institute 40 Hour Course Team on Delivering High Quality Introductory Training

    The Behavioral View 5.10: The CR Institute 40 Hour Course Team on Delivering High Quality Introductory Training
    Dec 10 2025

    Join us for a deep discussion on the ins and outs of developing meaningful content for aspiring RBTs - incorporating all required technical elements while maintaining a focus on compassionate, culturally relevant, assent-based professional services through an online asynchronous training format.

    While there is no CEU associated with this episode at this time if you wish to watch the episode and earn 60 minutes Staff Training certificate. Please click here.

    Show Notes:

    40 hour RBT Course - 3rd Edition TCO -Enhanced
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  • The Behavioral View 5.9: In person from CR Unite 2025: The Future of Assessments, Outcomes, and AI in ABA

    The Behavioral View 5.9: In person from CR Unite 2025: The Future of Assessments, Outcomes, and AI in ABA
    Oct 24 2025

    In this special in person episode of The Behavioral View, hosts Dr. Shannon Hill and Dr. Nissa Van Etten broadcast from the CR Unite 2025 Conference in Chicago to discuss the latest innovations shaping behavior analysis. They're joined by Amber Ledesma, BCBA and Customer Success Lead III at CentralReach, and Dr. Alana Fallucca, Director of Quality Assurance at Above and Beyond Therapy, for an unscripted, in-person conversation about the evolution of assessments, outcomes tracking, and AI in clinical practice.

    While there is no CEU associated with this episode at this time if you wish to watch the episode and earn 30 minutes Staff Training certificate. Please click here.
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  • The Behavioral View 5.8: Peer Review 101 with Olivia Teal

    The Behavioral View 5.8: Peer Review 101 with Olivia Teal
    Aug 27 2025
    This episode provides behavior analysts with practical guidance on navigating insurance authorization processes, with particular focus on peer review procedures. The panel discusses the workflow from initial clinical review through potential peer review, emphasizing that peer review is a collaborative process rather than punitive action. Key topics include understanding medical necessity requirements, writing effective treatment plans, preparing for peer review conversations, and managing different outcomes. The discussion addresses common challenges faced by both new and experienced BCBAs, including dosage recommendations, goal writing, parent involvement requirements, and handling denials. This content directly supports behavior analysts in improving their clinical documentation and communication skills to ensure continued access to services for their clients. To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don't forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review. Show Notes References: Reinecke, D. R., & Colleagues. (2024). Treatment planning recommendations for applied behavior analysis services. Association for Professional Behavior Analysts. Resources: Professional Organizations and Guidelines: ABA Coding Coalition - https://abacodes.org Association for Professional Behavior Analysts (APBA) - http://www.apbahome.net Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP) ABA Practice Guidelines - https://www.casproviders.org/asd-guidelines Training and Educational Resources: Autism Law Summit ABA Authorization and Appeals Playbook CentralReach Institute CR Unite Conference Assessment Tools: WebABLLS (Web-based ABLLS-R program) - http://webablls.com
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  • The Behavioral View 5.7: Things I Wish I Knew When Starting as an RBT

    The Behavioral View 5.7: Things I Wish I Knew When Starting as an RBT
    Jul 30 2025

    This panel discussion brings together experienced ABA professionals to share insights and practical advice for new and aspiring Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs). The hosts and guests discuss their personal experiences entering the field, common challenges faced by new behavior technicians, and strategies for success. Key topics include the importance of authentic rapport-building and play skills, understanding intermittent reinforcement schedules and their impact on intervention outcomes, preventing and managing burnout through self-advocacy and support systems, navigating boundaries in home-based services, and developing effective communication with supervisors. The discussion emphasizes the human elements of ABA practice and provides actionable guidance to help new professionals thrive in their roles while maintaining ethical standards and professional relationships.

    While there is no CEU associated with this episode at this time if you wish to watch the episode and earn 1 Staff Training hour certificate. Please click here.

    Show Notes

    References

    Plantiveau, C., Dounavi, K., & Virués-Ortega, J. (2018). High levels of burnout among early-career board-certified behavior analysts with low collegial support in the work environment. European Journal of Behavior Analysis, 19(2), 195-207. https://doi.org/10.1080/15021149.2018.1438339

    Resources

    • Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) - www.bacb.com

    • CentralReach Institute - www.centralreach.com/institute

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  • The Behavioral View 5.6: Robots in ABA Research with Madeline Jürgensen

    The Behavioral View 5.6: Robots in ABA Research with Madeline Jürgensen
    Jun 23 2025
    This episode features a comprehensive discussion of research examining socially assisted robotics for children with autism. Madeline Jürgensen presents findings from two single-case design studies that investigated whether children with autism would attend to and learn from a small humanoid robot called Kebbi. The first study used a multiple baseline design to measure attending behaviors, revealing dramatic increases in eye contact and engagement when children worked with the robot versus human instructors. The second study employed an adaptive alternating treatment design to compare learning outcomes between robot and human instruction, finding that while children learned academic skills from both modalities, they showed preference for robot-delivered activities despite sometimes performing better with human instruction. The discussion includes important considerations about the novelty effect, social validity, and the future role of robotics in behavior analysis practice. To earn CEUs for listening, click here, log in or sign up, pay the CEU fee, + take the attendance verification to generate your certificate! Don't forget to subscribe and follow and leave us a rating and review. Show Notes References: Berens, K. N. (2020). Blind spots: Why students fail and the science that can save them. Oakland, CA: The Collective Book Studio. Darling, K. (2021). The new breed: What our history with animals reveals about our future with robots. Henry Holt and Company. Shi, Z., Groechel, T. R., Jain, S., Chima, K., Rudovic, O., & Matarić, M. J. (2022). Toward personalized affect-aware socially assistive robot tutors for long-term interventions with children with autism. Journal of Human-Robot Interaction, 11(4), Article 39. https://doi.org/10.1145/3526111 Resources: Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI): https://www.abainternational.org/ CentralReach Institute: https://centralreach.com/ University of Southern California Robotics and Autonomous Systems Center (RASC): https://rasc.usc.edu/research/ If you would like a copy of the articles discussed please reach out to madeline.jurgensen@centralreach.com
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