Description
- CE SCHEDULE
December 5th at 10am to 1pm ET
Workshop: Dozens of Ways to Alter Relative Efficiencies
3 LEARNING
This webinar will expand participants’ capacity to increase or decrease a wide variety of behaviors by altering their relative efficiencies. The content relies on the Matching Law (Herrnstein, 1961), but goes much further. The presenter will focus on practical examples, tying them to the science, and based largely on the article “50 Ways to Alter the Relative Efficiencies of Behaviors”.
PRESENTER(S)
Steve Ward, BCBA
Steve Ward, MA, BCBA, is a respected behavior analyst, author, and international consultant who has been advancing the science and practice of Applied Behavior Analysis since 1995. Known for his pioneering work on motivation, play, and learner repertoires, Steve has helped practitioners around the world better understand the foundational skills that make meaningful learning possible.
He is the developer of the Inventory of Good Learner Repertoires (IGLR), a widely used assessment that helps educators and clinicians identify the behavioral foundations that allow learners to acquire new skills efficiently. Through this work, Steve has contributed to a broader shift in focus, from teaching isolated skills to developing the underlying repertoires that support long-term learning and independence.
December 5th at 330pm to 530pm ET
The Practice to Research Gap: Pragmatism and a Practitioner Driven Science
2 ETHICS
PRESENTER(S)
Jordan Belisle, PhD, BCBA-D
Dr. Jordan Belisle, BCBA-D, is a behavior scientist, clinician, and educator whose work spans academic research and applied practice. He previously served as a tenured faculty member at Missouri State University and currently teaches part time at Ball State University. Jordan is the Clinical Director at Entiva Behavioral Health and co-founder of Dynamic Behavior Science, where his work focuses on developing and evaluating pragmatic approaches to behavioral assessment, intervention, and clinical decision making. He has authored more than 100 peer reviewed publications and book chapters and has presented and trained behavior analysts nationally and internationally. His current work focuses on relational behavior, dynamical systems, clinical innovation, and building stronger pathways through which problems encountered in everyday practice can generate meaningful science.
Dr. Megan DeLeon Miller is a global behavior analyst, author, trainer, and founder of the Do Better Collective, an international community dedicated to helping behavior analysts, educators, parents, and related service providers deliver more compassionate, effective, and person-centered support.
With over 20 years of experience in autism, behavior analysis, and service delivery, Dr. DeLeon Miller is known for translating research into practical tools that support autonomy, communication, emotional regulation, meaningful participation, and quality of life. Her work centers neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, and person-centered approaches to intervention, with an emphasis on bridging the gap between research and real-world practice.
Dr. DeLeon Miller is the author of two book chapters, several peer-reviewed articles, and has presented at more than 116 conferences and professional events across the globe. Affectionately known as the “Resource Queen,” she is widely recognized for creating accessible, actionable resources that help practitioners bring compassionate, research-informed support into everyday practice.
Through her training, coaching, writing, and community-based work, Dr. DeLeon Miller continues to support professionals in building practices that are grounded in science, guided by humanity, and responsive to the lived experiences of the people they serve.
December 6th at 10am to 1pm ET
Workshop: Clinical Decision-Making in Applied Behavior Analysis: Moving Beyond Procedural Rigidity
3 ETHICS
This interactive workshop explores how behavior analysts can move beyond rigid procedural rules and strengthen clinical decision-making across prompting, data collection, assent, and skill acquisition. Using research, case examples, and guided application, participants will practice identifying relevant learner variables, analyzing discrepancies between expected and observed responding, and making individualized, data-informed adjustments. The workshop will also address how supervisors can help trainees build flexible, responsive clinical reasoning.
PRESENTER(S)
Dr. Megan MIller, BCBA-D
Dr. Megan DeLeon Miller is a global behavior analyst, author, trainer, and founder of the Do Better Collective, an international community dedicated to helping behavior analysts, educators, parents, and related service providers deliver more compassionate, effective, and person-centered support.
With over 20 years of experience in autism, behavior analysis, and service delivery, Dr. DeLeon Miller is known for translating research into practical tools that support autonomy, communication, emotional regulation, meaningful participation, and quality of life. Her work centers neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, and person-centered approaches to intervention, with an emphasis on bridging the gap between research and real-world practice.
Dr. DeLeon Miller is the author of two book chapters, several peer-reviewed articles, and has presented at more than 116 conferences and professional events across the globe. Affectionately known as the “Resource Queen,” she is widely recognized for creating accessible, actionable resources that help practitioners bring compassionate, research-informed support into everyday practice.
Through her training, coaching, writing, and community-based work, Dr. DeLeon Miller continues to support professionals in building practices that are grounded in science, guided by humanity, and responsive to the lived experiences of the people they serve.
Steve Ward, BCBA
Steve Ward, MA, BCBA has been working in the field of Behavior Analysis since 1995, and is currently co-owner of Whole Child Consulting, LLC. Steve has been consulting to teams around the world, addressing everything from early communication and physical aggression to vocational opportunities and inclusion in college courses. Steve authored What You Need to Know about Motivation and Teaching Games: An In-depth Analysis, The Inventory of Good Learner Repertoires, and Teaching Good Learner Repertoires and co-authored Teaching Advanced Learner Repertoires, Another 21 Games: This time, it’s personal…, and 2,100+ Inexpensive Ideas for Play and Intrinsic Motivation. These publications reflect Steve’s passion not only for what students learn, but also for the manner in which they learn it. Steve specializes in teaching learner repertoires, including social repertoires, incorporating knowledge from a variety of perspectives and remaining at all times behavioral in his own perspective.
Madelyn Vickery, BCBA
Madelyn Vickery, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), brings hands-on experience and passion to her role as the Clinical Director at C.A.B.S.
Autism and Behavior Specialists in Statesboro, GA. She earned her Bachelor’s in Child and Family Development from Georgia Southern University in 2018, followed by her Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis from Florida Institute of Technology.
Madelyn’s journey with C.A.B.S. began as an intern in 2018, evolving from her role as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). She ascended to the position of case manager at C.A.B.S.’s Savannah and subsequently introduced the organization to her hometown, establishing the Statesboro branch as its Clinical Director.
Madelyn is dedicated to delivering high-quality behavioral services through ongoing education and by staying updated with the latest research and methodologies in the field of ABA. She actively engages in staff training, leveraging her expertise to mentor and supervise aspiring analysts, demonstrating her commitment to nurturing and guiding the development of future professionals in the field of behavioral analysis.
Madelyn’s focus on enhancing tolerance and positive learning behaviors is evident through the application of behavioral principles, emphasizing
intrinsic motivation to promote the generalization of learned skills across contexts.
April Dyal, BCBA
April Dyal earned a Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis at the University of South Florida, under the guidance of Raymond Miltenberger and gained extensive practical experience while working closely with Terry Grimes and Steve Ward. While gaining a deep understanding of the practical application of behavioral principles, April discovered the benefits of her natural interest and ability with play and intrinsic motivation. Learners could have fun while learning and April could have fun while teaching! Interactions could be natural and gains could be meaningful. April remains passionate about fostering change through collaborative efforts, leveraging everyday experiences to create exceptional learning opportunities, and disseminating her holistic approach to newcomers in the field.
December 7th at 12pm to 1pm ET
The RBT Crisis: Retention, Buy In, and the Behavioral Science of Keeping Good People
1 SUPERVISION
PRESENTER(S)
Erica Napers
December 7th at 6pm to 7pm ET
Bosses Behaving Badly: Contingencies of Power in Leaders
1 GenERAL/LEARNING
PRESENTER(S)
Kristyn Peterson
December 8th at 12pm to 1pm ET
Beyond Diagnosis: ACT Coaching for Veterans and Medicaid Waiver Adults as a Path to Expanded Competence and Independent Practice
1 GenERAL/LEARNING
PRESENTER(S)
Becca Goebel, M.A., BCBA
Becca Goebel is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and owner of B. Goebel Consulting, BCBA, based in Colorado. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Butler University, with coursework spanning cognitive behavioral science, psychology, criminology, and political science, and a master’s degree in Psychology and Applied Behavior Analysis from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.
Becca’s path into behavioral health began in Santa Cruz, California, working with children and adults with disabilities, and deepened through collaborative work alongside licensed therapists, social workers, and fellow BCBAs. This interdisciplinary experience shaped her belief in Contextual Behavioral Science as a more personal, relatable alternative to the standard medical model of ABA. Since relocating to Colorado in 2021, she has specialized in Medicaid waiver and adult behavioral health services, private practice for clients seeking out services based in Contextual Behavioral Science, and provision of behavioral health support for veterans, as well as trainings and workshops for businesses and other providers.
Outside of work, she can be found with her cat Walter, reading her favorite novels, exploring Colorado’s wineries and restaurants, or catching up with friends and colleagues.
December 8th at 6pm to 7pm ET
E.H.E.M. Are you listening? Listening with your Eyes, Heart, Ears, and Mind
1 SUPERVISION
E.H.E.M. – Are You Listening? explores active listening as a critical skill for strengthening supervision, feedback, and professional relationships. Participants will learn to listen with their Eyes, Heart, Ears, and Mind while using behavioral observation, empathy, self-monitoring, and analytical listening to improve rapport and staff receptivity to feedback. This interactive training provides practical strategies for navigating difficult conversations, responding to feedback without defensiveness, and creating supervisory relationships in which people genuinely feel heard.
PRESENTER(S)
Marrie Sallade
M. Kate Sallade, MS, BCBA, LBA, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, entrepreneur, author, and executive leader with more than 18 years of leadership experience. She is the founder and CEO of Behavioral Foundation Centers, a multi-location ABA organization in Florida, and has been a BCBA since 2011. Kate is passionate about developing strong leaders, improving organizational culture, and creating supervisory practices that prioritize staff wellness, ethical decision-making, and high-quality client care. Her work emphasizes practical, behavior-analytic approaches to leadership, communication, and professional development that help supervisors build stronger teams and more meaningful workplace relationships.
December 9th at 12pm to 1pm ET
Nothing changed….or did it? Rethinking Performance Through a Trauma-Informed Lens
1 GENERAL/LEARNING
PRESENTER(S)
Nicole Hayes, MA, MSW, BCBA, LMSW
December 9th at 6pm to 7pm ET
Building Back Better: Why Skepticism Matters
1 GENERAL/LEARNING
PRESENTER(S)
Andrew J. Houvouras IV, MA, BCBA
December 10th at 12pm to 1pm ET
The 40-Hour Myth: Why Exam-Eligible Is Not Session-Ready
1.5 GENERAL/LEARNING
PRESENTER(S)
Crystal A. Harms, MEd, BCBA, LBA
Crystal Harms, MEd, BCBA, LBA, is a behavior analyst, professor, and leader with over 30 years of experience in applied behavior analysis (ABA). Trained at Florida State University and Florida Institute of Technology, she is a charter certificant of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). She served four years on its Board of Directors and Disciplinary Review Committee and continues as a Subject Matter Expert.
Her career spans clinical practice, higher education, and leadership across the U.S. and Canada. A Rowan University ABA faculty member since 2006, Crystal serves as ABA Practicum Coordinator and Clinical Director of the Early Learning ABA Clinic. She is also a Mentor BCBA with Behavior Matters LLC and owner of Bowsprit Consulting LLC. Her dedication to mentorship and training standard-setting behavior analysts has earned her multiple university awards.
December 10th at 6pm to 7pm ET
We Would Analyze It If the Client Did It: Normal Practices, Nonlinear Contingencies, and the Behavior of Behavior Analysts
1 ETHICS
PRESENTER(S)
Rosalie Byrd Prendergast, MS, BCBA, IBA, NL-2
Rosalie, is a clinical behavior analyst with more than 20 years of experience across home, school, community, equine, and experiential settings. She is the founder of Eclipse Therapy LLC and developer of the Happy Medium Approach, a constructional and contextual framework focused on skill construction, contextual flexibility, and supporting people in living with meaning.
December 10th at 730pm to 830pm ET
From Interview to Empowered Voices: Using the HOPE Profile to Build Interaction
1 GENERAL/LEARNING
PRESENTER(S)
Tamara S. Kasper MS, CCC-SLP, BCBA, LBA
December 11th at 12pm to 1pm ET
Turning Information into ACTion
1 GENERAL/LEARNING
PRESENTER(S)
Kaitlin Wilder
