Behaviorally Speaking
RethinkCare
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.
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Jun 24, 2020 • 58min
Addressing Your Child’s Sleep and Eating Issues
Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this episode, Angela and Kristin address two concerns many parents face – issues with childhood sleeping and eating. They explore topics ranging from what to do when your child won’t go to bed to how you can introduce new foods into your child’s limited diet.This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.
Apr 22, 2020 • 45min
The Ins and Outs of Anxiety
Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this episode of Behaviorally Speaking, Angela and Kristin are joined by special guest Darren Sush, a licensed psychologist and fellow BCBA. This episode’s conversation surrounds The Ins and Out of Anxiety, a topic especially top-of-mind for parents and caregivers during the Coronavirus pandemic.This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.
Mar 23, 2020 • 55min
Positive Reinforcement is Your Friend
Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this episode of Behaviorally Speaking, Angela and Kristin discuss positive reinforcement and the role you can play as a parent. They will guide you through step-by-step instructions to introduce positive reinforcement and tools to evaluate you and your child’s progress.This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.
Feb 21, 2020 • 49min
The Basics of Behavior: The Why and What To Do About It
Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this episode of Behaviorally Speaking, Angela and Kristin break down the basics of behavior. They will explain how to set a baseline and guide you through helpful information to positively change the behavior of your child or loved one. As they explain, behavior may be affecting your relationship with a child or their success at school, socially or with extracurricular activities.This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.
Jan 16, 2020 • 42min
Staying Consistent as a Parent
Angela Nelson, MS, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with Rethink Benefits. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of children with learning, social or behavioral challenges. In this inaugural episode of Behaviorally Speaking, Angela and Kristin share five tips to help you stay consistent with parenting in the coming year. By staying consistent, you empower yourself while establishing credibility with your children. They will help you implement simple strategies like incorporating visual support, developing a routine and being realistic with your own expectations.This podcast is brought to you by Rethink Benefits. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to visit rethinkbenefits.com to learn more about the program. Not sure if you have access to Rethink? Ask your Human Resources team if the program is part of your employer-provided benefits. Rethink reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.
