

Behavior Bitches
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Ever wonder why guys always assume you’re down to get dirty within 3 seconds of meeting them? Why you keep making the same bad decisions and getting back with your crummy ex? Why you can’t stick to a diet? Well, there’s a reason and we’re ready to be direct AF with you by behaviorally breaking down the situation and identifying the function in a way that any average Joe or Jane can understand.
Liat Sacks, a badass Behavior Analyst and your soon to be BFF, makes this “random” world make sense through the lens of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
Liat Sacks, a badass Behavior Analyst and your soon to be BFF, makes this “random” world make sense through the lens of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
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Feb 21, 2022 • 1h 1min
Lifetime’s Leave it To Geege Stars Geege Taylor and Tyler-Curtis Elliot Meet the Bitches
On today’s episode we bring in two stars from Lifetime's newest reality show, Leave it to Geege. Chatting with Geege Taylor and Tyler-Curtis Elliot (BCaBA), we get an amazing insight into their life of raising Pootie, Geege’s adult son with autism. Once you meet this family, we promise you will fall in love. Unapologetically themselves, this southern dynamic duo is endlessly entertaining to chat with—and they give a unique understanding of how they approach and practice behavioral therapy with Pootie. We cover everything from how to successfully film an episode of the show with Pootie, to keeping up with the never-ending to-do list, to Tyler’s own journey on finding out if he also has autism. Tune in to witness the Bitches meeting a real deal celebrity in our field. Love you. Mean it! Show Notes:Watch Leave it to Geege on Lifetime here: https://www.mylifetime.com/shows/leave-it-to-geegeFollow Tyler and Geege on IG:@elliott_et_al@geegetaylorFacebook: Behavior Bitches Podcast

Jan 24, 2022 • 40min
WTF is Ethical Self Control?
On today’s episode we bring on Chelsea Elwoodwho is currently a grad student studying to be a BCBA. She reached out to us about wanting to come on the show to talk about the mental health of graduate students during this global pandemic and we ended up getting way deeper and discussing her amazing thesis that she recently defended. The way she lights up when talking about Ethical Self Control is amazing and she brings such amazing energy to the show! Tune in to hear all about how we can intervene at the individual level to help change the world and also all about setting up self management strategies for your own behavior! Love you. Mean it. Show Notes:Connect with Chelsea on instagram @okchelchelInstagram: @ behaviorbitchespodcastFacebook: Behavior Bitches Podcastwww.behaviorbitches.com

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Jan 10, 2022 • 49min
Precision Teaching You Will Not Hate
Chris Topham, a BCBA, shares insights on precision teaching and direct instruction, revolutionizing traditional ABA line graphs. He discusses the effectiveness of the blue chart, the importance of standardization, and the practical applications for academic growth in children. A must-listen for BCBA exam prep or practicing professionals looking to enhance their skills!

Jan 3, 2022 • 47min
Bonussode: New Year, New CE(You)
YAY… today we have a bonusode, not to be confused with a bonersode (Casey can’t seem to get the wording right #classicCasey). New year. New CE(you). On today’s episode The Bitches bring on their BFF, Jordan Litt, BCBA, to reminisce on the year 2021 and all they have done in building up CEUs by StudyNotesABA. They talk about their fav parts of it and the worst parts of it. Of course, you’ll get your regular dose of bitchy banter between Jordan and The Bitches. If you’re a BCBA, soon to be BCBA, or newly minted BCBA- you’ll want to tune in to plan how you’re going to meet your CEU requirements in the most unboring, exciting way possible. Tube in or miss the F out!Show Notes:Instagram: @ behaviorbitchespodcastFacebook: Behavior Bitches podcastwww.behaviorbitches.comGo to ceu.studynotesaba.com and use code "bitchy" for 10% off!

Dec 27, 2021 • 52min
She’s a Saint: Dr. Katie Saint that is...
On today’s episode we have boss b*tch, Dr. Katie Saint, LPC, BCBA-D, on to talk about how she uses her BCBA and mental health certification to improve the life of her clients. Katie serves the clients that have been turned down by other providers who deemed these individuals “beyond their scope”. Between publishing multiple books, working in ABA clinics, running a private mental health practice, teaching as a professor, and speaking internationally-- It’s safe to say we have found ourselves a unicorn. If you saw a unicorn crossing the street, would you miss it? Our point exactly, tune in or miss the F out.Show Notes: Instagram: @ behaviorbitchespodcastFacebook: Behavior Bitches podcastwww.behaviorbitches.comFind Katie on Insta: @doctorbehaviorbossKatie’s website: http://www.revitalizecounselingservices.com/p/books-and-ceus.html Links to Books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/entity/author/B07D6B9R43?_encoding=UTF8&node=2656022011&offset=0&pageSize=12&searchAlias=stripbooks&sort=author-sidecar-rank&page=1&langFilter=default#formatSelectorHeaderCurriculum and Assessment Online Versionhttps://thestarassessment.com/Paper Version https://www.amazon.com/STAR-Assessment-Sequential-Transition-Adulthood/dp/B097STF148/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=the+star+assessment&qid=1635450672&sr=8-2

Dec 13, 2021 • 56min
Supervision in ABA with 5 Badass Women
We hear it all the time from our students and listeners. “Ugh my supervision sucked and it is so unfair and my supervisor never met with me and I didn't learn anything and I feel so unprepared…..blah blah etc.etc”. Liat always responds with “Sorry, you are not special.” It is hard to hear but you are not the only one who had/has a shitty experience in your supervision on your road to becoming a BCBA. Fear no more because on today’s show we have three powerful women in the field who have taken it upon themselves to write an entire Supervision Guide book that takes all the guesswork out of the experience and will hold both supervisors and supervisees accountable!! Tune in to hear all the amazing details as they break down what the book contains, who it is good for, how it can change your entire experience and make you feel confident AF as a BCBA!! Show NotesGet your book here:https://www.wndpress.com/product-page/the-aba-supervision-handbook-a-guide-to-quality-fieldwork-experience Support us at patreon.com/behaviorbitchespodcastInsta: @behaviorbitchespodcastFacebook: Behavior Bitches Podcast

Nov 29, 2021 • 1h 4min
Can You Spare Some Change? Panhandling
On today’s episode we are bringing it back to just Liat & Casey. To say there has been some drama is an understatement and today’s show is very therapeutic for the Bitches! They talk all about a very interesting topic: Panhandling. You know they can break down any topic using behavior principles and this episode is no different! Casey has close experience with this topic as her Dad was a professional Panhandler and Liat of course finds this topic interesting AF. Tune in for all of the Behavior principles they tie into the topic of Panhandling and open up about some personal sh*t they are both going through. Love you. Mean it. Show notes: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1885225/https://www.ted.com/talks/richard_j_berry_a_practical_way_to_help_the_homeless_find_work_and_safety?utm_campaign=tedspread&utm_medium=referral&utm_source=tedcomsharehttps://www.yumpu.com/en/document/read/34589630/2007-southern-nevada-panhandling-study-city-of-las-vegashttps://invisiblepeople.tv/how-much-do-panhandlers-actually-make/amp/https://www.georgefox.edu/journalonline/spring14/alumni/panhandling.htmlhttps://www.amazon.com/Exit-Ramp-Profitability-Panhandling-Kindle-ebook/dp/B00EDEZRFWhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC121964/

Nov 15, 2021 • 1h 1min
Dom the BCBA Mom
On today’s episode we have BCBA, Dominique Shorter, on the show. You can call her “Dom the BCBA Mom”. You may already know her from her viral youtube channel, where she talks about all the things that everyone wants to know but may be too scared to ask. Dom’s energy is contagious and she definitely shares the same drive to disseminate this science in a real, raw, and relatable way. Tune in or miss the F%#k out!Show Notes:Find Dom’s Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN3IdekN-tUvx-cm252w5zASupport us at patreon.com/behaviorbitchespodcastInsta: @behaviorbitchespodcastFacebook: Behavior Bitches PodcastWebsite: BehaviorBitches.comTake courses and CEUs with us at:www.studynotesaba.com

Nov 1, 2021 • 52min
Balancing Being a BCBA and a Mom of a Child Diagnosed with Autism
On today’s episode Elaine Krift, BCBA, takes us on her journey of her son’s diagnosis of ASD. Elaine, a seasoned journalist, took a major career jump at the age of 34, and decided to pursue becoming a BCBA. This episode exhibits the love of a parent, the emotions involved, and the application of ABA through someone who has experienced the other side. Whether you’re a parent of an individual with autism or a provider working with individuals- you will take a lot away from this episode. Elaine left us with the important message that we need not only to meet the child where they are at, but also the parents. This is a good one for so many reasons, but you’ll have to tune in or miss the F out!Show notes: Support us at patreon.com/behaviorbitchespodcastInsta: @behaviorbitchespodcastFacebook: Behavior Bitches Podcast

Sep 20, 2021 • 1h 8min
True Life: I’m a Dominatrix with Mona Wolf
True Life: I’m a dominatrix. What really happens behind the dungeon doors? Wouldn’t you like to know. On episode 102, The Bitches + Danielle (The wannabe third bitch- JK love you D) leave no whip unturned. We ask all the questions you may be too scared to ask and our cool AF guest, Mona Wolf, answers every last question without sparing any dets. This episode hits on a shit ton of behavioral concepts, so good news is you’ll be learning while being completely fascinated by what goes on behind closed dungeon doors. Tune in or miss the F out.Show notes:You have find Mona and her podcast below:Thepsychhoe.comTwitter: femdommona wolfdomination.com theypsychoe.com IG: thepsychoepodcast IG: mwolfdomination