ABA Inside Track Episode 171 - Professional Collaboration (SLP Edition) w/ Dr. Erin Michaud
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Jun 30, 2021 Dr. Erin Michaud, a BCBA and SLP, shares her unique perspective as the assistant director of the speech and language department at the New England Center for Children. She discusses the importance of collaboration between speech-language pathologists and behavior analysts, emphasizing how their combined skills can enhance outcomes for students with autism. Michaud also reflects on her journey from speech pathology to behavior analysis and highlights effective communication strategies that can break down barriers in interdisciplinary teams, offering valuable insights for professionals in both fields.
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Cross-Disciplinary Research
- Jackie collaborated with neuroscientists and fitness instructors on a preschool research project.
- She taught them single-subject design while learning about their research approaches.
Vocational Collaboration
- Erin collaborated with a vocational specialist to help a student with job-related speech and language challenges.
- They improved the student's interviewing skills and ability to ask for help.
Learning from Social Work
- Dana learned from a social worker in early intervention about taking time to understand family needs.
- This improved Dana's approach to client-centered care and behavior analysis.