ABA Inside Track Episode 255 - Scope of Comfort w/ Landria Green
Oct 18, 2023
Join Landria Green, a speaker and author, as she dives into the intriguing concept of 'scope of comfort' in behavior analysis. She explores how the notion of graduations can misrepresent the ongoing relationship with clients. Green discusses the importance of self-awareness and professional growth, emphasizing that comfort and competence go hand-in-hand. The conversation also touches on parenting dynamics, self-care, and celebrating continuous growth in therapeutic contexts, encouraging professionals to recognize their limits and foster supportive environments.
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Defining Scope of Comfort
- Scope of comfort is distinct from competence and practice; it involves personal feel and life context impacting professional tasks.
- It includes assessing if one has the mental capacity and life space to perform well beyond just skills or knowledge.
Personal Journey Shapes Practice
- Landria's personal growth shaped her professional self deeply, supported by family to find strength in autonomy and advocacy.
- She overcame barriers of representation and bias, learning to live authentically and set boundaries.
Model Authenticity in Leadership
- Live authentically as a leader to model acceptance of personal differences and comfort levels.
- Create flexible policies that respect staff life demands and build a culture of care reflecting those values.