Trauma Awareness in ABA Service Delivery
The backlash against ABA intervention appears to be increasing. Much of the discussion has been that ABA interventions have not considered the impact of previous trauma and the potential for intervention-induced trauma. Before the backlash begins to significantly impact the availability of families seeking intervention and third-party payers reimbursing ABA, behavior analysts must use a trauma-informed approach. This activity will provide strategies for pivoting to a more trauma-informed intervention delivery
The backlash against ABA intervention appears to be increasing. Much of the discussion has been that ABA interventions have not considered the impact of previous trauma and the potential for intervention-induced trauma. Before the backlash begins to significantly impact the availability of families seeking intervention and third-party payers reimbursing ABA, behavior analysts must use a trauma-informed approach. This activity will provide strategies for pivoting to a more trauma-informed intervention delivery
Behavioral Intervention Certification Council
Relias Learning, LLC is a BICC Approved CE Provider.
This course aligns with A-11, on the BCAT Task List.
Behavior Analyst Certification Board
This course is designed to meet Ethics CE requirements as outlined by the BACB.
CEU Type: Learning
Contrast the public perception of ABA services with research in relation to trauma.
Describe the basis for a framework for a trauma-informed approach to ABA intervention.
Identify strategies for implementing and supervising trauma-informed ABA.
Outline:
Section 1: An Alternate Perception of ABA Services
The Need for a Trauma-Informed Approach
Acceptability of ABA Services
Impact of Trauma on Clients
What Is Trauma-Informed Care?
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Trauma-Informed Approach to ABA
Seeking Trauma-Informed Services
Barriers to TIC in ABA
A Practical and Ethical Basis for TIC in ABA
A Framework for TIC
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Strategies for Implementing Trauma-Informed ABA
Intake and Assessment
Critical Elements of a Trauma-Informed Approach in ABA
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Dr. Rhonda Davin is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst with over 25 years of experience in the fields of developmental disabilities and autism. She has served the field as a teacher, college professor, consultant, and expert witness. She started Behavior Consulting Services which provided direct behavior analytic services to children with autism and their families. She has supervised and mentored several behavior analysts and service providers currently practicing in the field today. Dr. Davin has also provided technical assistance for large-scale organizational change efforts in the area of Positive Behavior Supports.
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