Ep53 - Kelly Baird

Do you shy away from the uncomfortable stuff, or do you lean into discomfort in order to grow and learn?

During today’s meal— I speak with a behavior analyst and mother of a child with autism about her passion projects, how to learn from failure, and her favorite holiday traditions.

Ep52 - Sarah "Scho" McFarland

Do you set boundaries that align with your values?

Do you show up as your authentic self in all environments?

During today’s meal— I speak with a behavior analyst, avid volleyball player, and entrepreneur about using the science of behavior analysis outside of autism services, practicing self care, and being a biracial immigrant and a working mom.

Ep51 - Ann-Marie Donovan

Do you tend to stick to the black & white rules, or dive into the greyscale?

How often do you explore the cultural differences and similarities at work?

During today’s meal— I speak with a behavior analyst about her journey to ABA, which brought her all over the world. We also discuss being flexible, leaning into the gray areas, local traditions, and soup!

Ep50 - Rosie & Allen

Do you take the time to reflect on your accomplishments?

Do you plan every detail or do you dive right in?

During today’s dinner date— My husband and I celebrate our 50th episode of Behavior Bites. We give thanks, toast to our successes, and reflect on not quitting early on. We also talk about kittens, what I love ordering when we go out, and candy!

Ep49 - Leanne Page

Do you find yourself rambling in a caregiver coaching or supervision session?

Have you ever heard the acronym WAIT “why am I talking?”

During today’s meal— I speak with a behavior analyst, parent coach, and ABA business guru about taking time to slow down and listen, what compassionate caregiver support looks like, and simple meals after a busy week.

Ep48 - Kayla Lopez

How often do you take culture into consideration when interacting with learners and families?

Do you examine your biases and check your ego before trying to collaborate with others?

During today’s meal— I speak with a behavior analyst, school consultant, and lover of all things Disney about interpersonal skills, new projects, and collaborating with others.

Ep47 - DeTerrence Allen

How often do you give yourself grace?

Do you let fear hold you back from saying yes and trying new things?

During today’s meal— I speak with a behavior scientist about the importance of collaboration, how to instill self-reflection in supervisees, being kind to others and ultimately yourself, and a surprising revelation that he hates public speaking.

Ep46 - Iveth Aguilar

Is burnout just a buzzword?

Is there such a thing as work-life balance?

During today’s meal— I speak with a passionate behavior analyst and burnout coach about the importance of antecedent strategies to process big emotions, how to empower BCBAs, and listening to our bodies.

Ep45 - Michael Reynolds Jr

Are you more of a speak only when necessary or a nonstop talker?

Is it more important to be liked or to be authentic?

During today’s meal— I speak with a dedicated behavior analyst who specializes in parent training about being authentic, those ah-ha moments with clients and families, and using your PTO.

Ep44 - Priscilla Rodriguez Haros

How often do you think about the fluidity of self care and your work/life balance?

Do you prefer to recharge in silence or surrounded by people you love?

During today’s meal— I speak with a behavior analyst about leaning into her community for support, reading as a tool to learn as well as protest, and we talked a lot about Mexican and Korean food.