
Behaviorally Speaking
Board Certified Behavior Analysts Angela Nelson and Kristin Bandi bring together nearly four decades of experience working with children, teens, and their parents. Their knowledge and expertise in implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy has already helped thousands of parents better understand their children and improve everyday behaviors. Behaviorally Speaking focuses on common scenarios most parents face and provides tangible, lighthearted tips and techniques you can use in your own home.
Latest episodes

Jun 6, 2025 • 41min
Making the Most of Summer Break
On this episode, Angela and Kristin dive into all things summer. They talk about ways to teach skills, boost independence, blast summer boredom, and infuse fun into those hot summer days.Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

May 29, 2025 • 36min
What happens when you get your own diagnosis?
On this episode, Angela and Kristin bring back our guest, Danielle, for part 2 of the diagnosis discussion. This time, they talk about pursuing a diagnosis for yourself, what that process means as an adult, what comes next, and how it can impact your parenting. Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

May 2, 2025 • 42min
Navigating a New Journey - Your Child’s Diagnosis
On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by a guest, Danielle, to discuss getting a new diagnosis for a child. They talk about why parents might seek a diagnosis, how they approach sharing this new information with their child and others, what comes next, and managing the many emotions that often come with this experience. Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

Mar 30, 2025 • 36min
Managing the “It’s Not Fair” Arguments Among Siblings
On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk fairness concepts at home. They discuss how parents can move away from inadvertently promoting sibling score keeping and instead, parenting in a more equitable/individualized way.Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

Feb 28, 2025 • 49min
Preparing Our Kids for College
On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk with a guest, Kimbyr, about preparing kids for college. They discuss critical skills college students need to thrive, surprises parents wish they knew before their kids entered college, considerations for students with disabilities, and more.Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

Jan 27, 2025 • 38min
Working Through Kids’ Perfectionism
On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about perfectionism in kids and teens. They discuss what perfectionism is, where it comes from, its impacts, and how to support kids when it gets in the way.Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

Dec 27, 2024 • 36min
Promoting independence in kids and teens
On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about promoting independence in kids and teens. They discuss how parents can model, teach, and reinforce the integration of independence into everyday activities.Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

Dec 2, 2024 • 37min
Raising Good Allies
On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about the concept of allyship. They discuss how parents can proactively teach being a good ally not only by talking about it but modeling it, educating themselves, engaging in self-awareness, role playing, and much more. Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

Oct 2, 2024 • 1h 2min
What Parents Need to Know About ODD and PDA
On this episode, Angela and Kristin take a deep dive into oppositional defiant disorder and pathological demand avoidance. They will discuss the common symptoms, risk factors, co-morbidities, prevalence, and strategies to support both the child and their families. Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

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Aug 28, 2024 • 47min
Encouraging Kids to Help Out At Home
Discover effective strategies to encourage kids to help at home! The hosts delve into creating a culture of helpfulness and the importance of chores for fostering responsibility. They share humorous kitchen mishaps while teaching kids independence, alongside the positive impact of older siblings motivating younger ones. Essential life skills tied to chores and practical tips for making the experience enjoyable are highlighted. Plus, learn about balancing responsibilities with children's schedules while nurturing teamwork in a supportive environment.