Bridging the Gap Between Analysis and Empathy

This webinar explores how a structured teaching protocol addressing prerequisite skills equips not only behavior analysts with an evidence-based guide, but also caregivers and educators with the tools they need to maintain behavior change. By focusing on teaching prerequisite skills before introducing complex behavioral interventions, behavior analysts can build confidence and competence to support lasting change. Data demonstrates that prioritizing foundational skills results in greater adherence to interventions, improved implementation of behavioral recommendations, and overall better outcomes.  This directly results in not only increased learning opportunities but stronger connections and more joy!

For behavior analysts, this approach offers a structured pathway to assess and ensure necessary skills are attained before training of complex behavioral interventions. Structured training protocols allow behavior analysts to conduct purposeful and efficient training sessions that empower caregivers and educators to shift their perspectives based on an understanding of foundational, behavioral principles. By fostering confidence in caregivers and educators, behavior analysts can cultivate sustainable changes that result in adherence to the essential skills needed to develop an environment that promotes prosocial behavior.

Data from a single-subject design displays that focusing on foundational skills promotes generalization across skills resulting in consistent application. These results highlight the importance of strategies rooted in data-driven decision-making, practical support, and relationship building. For behavior analysts, this approach not only enhances their ability to influence desired change but also reinforces their role as effective collaborators.

This webinar invites attendees to reframe how they approach behavioral training sessions with caregivers and educators by bridging the gap between evidence-based practices and compassion. By addressing foundational skills first, behavior analysts can lead with confidence, foster collaboration, and ultimately create meaningful, lasting change.n not only increased learning opportunities but stronger connections and more joy!

In this CEU event, participants will learn how to:

• Develop Effective Behavioral Training Protocols: Create training protocols that identify prerequisite skills needed to support and promote desired behavioral outcomes for caregivers, teachers, or other professionals.
• Enhance Training Strategies: Learn how to not only describe and model key skills but also teach the underlying reasoning behind each technique to promote better adherence and long-term mastery.
• Monitor Progress and Efficacy: Implement strategic data collection to assess intervention effectiveness, while using multiple baseline data to track generalization across skills and adherence.

Presenter Bio

Hello! I am Bailey Payne. I have a master’s in Clinical Psychology from Pittsburg State University in Kansas and am a board certified behavior analyst. My professional experience includes working as a psychologist at a state hospital, an autism specialist for the Kansas Autism Waiver, a project therapist with the University of Kansas Lifespan Institute, a behavioral specialist with The May Institute of Autism, and a licensed behavior analyst serving the Bowling Green, Kentucky community (consultant for 2 school districts, consultant for a Head Start provider, and an instructor at Western Kentucky University). I am passionate about reaching people in their natural environments!