Behaviour Speak with Ben Reiman

In this conversation, Dr. Jonathan Mathias Lassiter discusses his book 'How I Know White People Are Crazy and Other Stories,' exploring themes of the whiteness mindset, intergenerational trauma, and the need for culturally grounded mental health practices. He emphasizes the importance of love as a form of resistance and advocates for a Black-centered psychology that prioritizes collective self-knowledge and healing. The discussion also highlights the challenges faced by Black psychologists and the need for systemic change in mental health training and practices.
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Book: How I Know White People Are Crazy and Other Stories
Twitter:@lassiterhealth
Instagram: @lassiterhealth
Links:
Dr. Joy Degruy - Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome
https://www.joydegruy.com/
Related Behaviour Speak Episodes
Episode 178: African-Centred Psychology with Dr. Jonathan Mathias Lassiter
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-178-african-centered-psychology-with-dr-jonathan-mathias-lassiter/
Learn more about Post-Traumatic Slave Syndrome in Episode 219
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-219-colonization-behavior-science-and-parenting-with-robin-williams-vanessa-bethea-miller-and-wendy-toribio-baez/
Take a deep dive into the history of Black Psychology in Episode 98 with Dr. Evan Auguste
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-98-black-liberation-psychology-a-conversation-with-dr-evan-auguste/
 
 

This conversation explores the intersection of Hawaiian culture and behaviour analysis, emphasizing the importance of cultural responsiveness in service delivery. Naomi Tachera and Sara Sato discuss the rich history of Hawaiian language and literacy, the blending of traditions in Hawaii, and the need for humility and acknowledgment in interactions with families. They highlight the demographics of behaviour analysts in Hawai'i, the challenges faced by Native Hawaiians in the field, and the fine line between cultural appropriation and appreciation. The discussion also touches on community support, networking opportunities, and future directions for culturally responsive ABA education.
 
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Naomi Tachera
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Sara Sato
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-sato-97979a9b/
Links:
Kamehameha Schools
https://www.ksbe.edu/
Awaiaulu
https://awaiaulu.org/
Asian & Pacific Islander Association for Behaviour Analysis
https://www.apiaba.org/
Southeast Asia Applied Behavior Analysis Conference
https://www.linkedin.com/company/sea-abac/posts/?feedView=all
https://www.instagram.com/sea.abac/
Related Behaviour Speak Episodes
Episode 241: Behaviour Analysis in The Philippines
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/ep-241-behaviour-analysis-in-the-philippines-with-razelle-kaye-castillo-bcaba-kristine-gomez-ma-bcba-kathryn-mendoza-ma-ed-bcba/
Episode 207: Language, Learning, and Culture in the Quechua community
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/language-learning-and-culture-in-the-quechua-community-with-jessica-huancacuri/
Episode 188: Incorporating Filipino Values in Behavioral Health 
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/incorporating-filipino-values-in-behavioral-health-with-dr-pauline-tolentino-pablo-dbh-bcba/
Episode 148: Behaviour Analysis in the First Nation Communities of Australia
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-148-behaviour-analysis-in-first-nation-communities-of-australia/
Episode 64: Culture-Based Education in Hawai'i 
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-64-culture-based-education-with-naomi-k-tachera-ma-bcba-lba/

This conversation explores the current state of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) in Israel, focusing on the challenges of regulation, funding, and accessibility of services. Shiri Ayvazo discusses the lack of formal recognition for ABA as a profession, the funding issues that arise from this, and the implications for families seeking services. The conversation also delves into the role of behaviour analysts in the educational system, the demand for their services, and innovative approaches to training and research in the field. In this conversation, Ben Reiman and Shiri Ayvazo discuss various aspects of behavioural analysis education in Israel, including the challenges of thesis equivalents, language barriers, and the need for more PhD programs. They explore the translation of behavioural literature, the regulatory landscape, and the importance of professional connections within the field. The shift to online learning and the future goals for improving the quality of services in behaviour analysis are also highlighted.
 
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Links:
Kinneret College
https://www.kinneret.ac.il/
https://international.kinneret.ac.il/kinneret/
David Yellin Academic College
https://www.dyellin.ac.il/en#About%20Us
Dr. Eitan Eldar
www.eitaneldar.com
http://www.iaba.co.il/
http://www.smkb.ac.il/continuing-edu-program/applied-behavior-analysis
Dr. Amos Rolider
https://www.abainternational.org/constituents/bios/amosrolider.aspx
Dr. Hedda Meadon
https://spcd.charlotte.edu/people/hedda-meadan-kaplansky/
Israel Organization for Behavioural Analysts
https://www.behavior-analyst.co.il/about-us/
Articles Referenced:
Ayvazo, S., Inbar-Furst, H. & Meadan, H. Training Special Education Preservice Teachers: Exploring the Use of the i-PiCS Program. Educ. Treat. Child. 47, 17–33 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s43494-023-00112-x
Keenan, M., Dillenburger, K., Konrad, MH. et al. Professional Development of Behavior Analysts in Europe: A Snapshot for 21 Countries. Behav Analysis Practice 16, 709–729 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-022-00754-0

In this conversation, Amina Maliki shares her journey into behaviour analysis, highlighting the importance of cultural relevance in training and the impact of the Competent Learner Model. She discusses her research on parenting programs in the UAE, emphasizing the need for training facilitators in Arabic and the significance of parent involvement in learning. Amina reflects on her personal experiences as a mother and the broader implications of behaviour analysis in supporting individuals with disabilities. The discussion also touches on the concept of 'People of Determination' and the role of leadership in fostering community support. 
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Links:
Applied and Behavioral Training Institute
https://abtinstitute.org/
The Competent Learner Model
https://thecompetentlearnermodel.org
Related Behaviour Speak Episodes
Episode 238: Behaviour Analysis in Bahrain with Ingy Alireza
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-238-behaviour-analysis-in-bahrain-with-ingy-alireza-med-ms-bcba/
Episode 209: Vicci Tucci and the Competent Learning Model with Nipa Bhuptani
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-209-vicci-tucci-and-the-competent-learning-model-with-nipa-bhuptani/
Episode 149: Behaviour Analysis in Saudi Arabia with Dr. Shahad Alsharif
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-149-behaviouranalysis-in-saudi-arabia-with-dr-shahad-alsharif/
Episode 37: The Realities of Autism in First Nations Communities in Canada with Grant Bruno
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-37-the-realities-of-autism-in-first-nations-communities-in-canada-with-grant-bruno-phd-candidate/
Articles Referenced:
Maliki, Amina, Michelle P. Kelly, Shamsa Alsuwaidi, and Antje von Suchodoletz. 2025. “Evaluating the Effects of Arabic-Medium Behavioral Skills Training on Parenting Program Facilitators in the United Arab Emirates.” Behavioral Interventions: e70033. https://doi.org/10.1002/bin.70033

In this conversation, Ben Reiman interviews Olga Sirbu, a board-certified behaviour analyst, about her journey into the field of behaviour analysis and her experiences working with children on the autism spectrum. Olga shares her insights on cultural differences in perceptions of autism between Moldova and the U.S., the challenges families face in seeking support, and her efforts to improve ABA services in Moldova through education and community building. The discussion highlights the importance of acceptance, understanding, and advocacy for individuals with autism and their families.
Watch on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2LjGd0DCHrzNMXptOrGU1L?si=I0lGEendSWGzgGOBg8ed3Q
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https://autismfamilia.ro/despre/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5fgvqlOXJTVSvwZygwEiIA/videos
https://autismadvance.com/
Related Behaviour Speak Episodes
Episode 234 Behaviour Analysis in Croatia and Montenegro with Rea Vuksan
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-234-behaviour-analysis-in-croatia-montenegro-with-rea-vuksan-mads-scid-bcba-iba/
Episode 229 Behaviour Analysis in Kyrgyzstan with Dr. Anastasiia Iun
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-229-behavior-analysis-in-kyrgyzstan-with-dr-anastasiia-iun/
Episode 216 Behavior Analysis in Slovenia with Maja Simnjanovski
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-216-behavior-analysis-in-slovenia-with-maja-simnjanovski/
Episode 191: Behaviour Analysis in Belarus with Анна Калиновская, M.A., BCBA, IBA (Hanna Kalinouskaya)
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-191-behaviour-analysis-in-belarus-with-hannakalinouskaya-bcba-iba/
Episode 184: Behavior Analysis in Ukraine with Alla Moskalets
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-184-behavior-analysis-in-ukraine-with-alla-moskalets/
Episode 175 Autism in Serbia with Dr. Marija Čolić
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-175-autism-in-serbia-with-dr-marija-colic/
Episode 38: What We Can Do About Stigma and Racism Using Behaviour Science with Dr. Marija Čolić
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-38-what-we-can-do-about-stigma-and-racism-using-behaviour-science-with-dr-marija-colic-phd-bcba-d/

Today on Behaviour Speak, I’m joined by three Filipino behaviour analysts, Kathryn Mendoza, Kristine Gomez, and Kaye Castillo, who share their personal journeys into the field of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and the formation of the Professional Behaviour Analysts Association of the Philippines. They discuss the challenges they face in promoting ABA, the importance of cultural context and ethical standards, and the need for accessible funding for services. The conversation also highlights their efforts to support Filipino practitioners both locally and abroad, as well as their future goals for the association.
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Professional Behavior Analysts Association of the Philippines
https://pbaap.org/About-us/
https://www.facebook.com/pbaap.inc/
Kathryn Mendoza
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathryn-mendoza-8150587a/
Kristine Gomez
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinegomez-bcba/
Razelle Kaye Castillo
https://www.linkedin.com/in/razelle-kaye-fulgueras-2a68aa26/
Links:
Asian & Pacific Islander Association for Behaviour Analysis
https://www.apiaba.org/
Southeast Asia Applied Behaviour Analysis Conference
https://www.linkedin.com/company/sea-abac/posts/?feedView=all
https://www.instagram.com/sea.abac/
Related Behaviour Speak Episodes
Episode 188: Incorporating Filipino Values in Behavioral Health with Dr. Pauline Pablo
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/incorporating-filipino-values-in-behavioral-health-with-dr-pauline-tolentino-pablo-dbh-bcba/

In this conversation, Dr. Iman Farajallah shares her profound experiences and insights as a psychologist working with trauma, particularly in war zones like Gaza. She discusses her personal background, the impact of war trauma on children, and her efforts to give a voice to those affected. The conversation also touches on the challenges of mental health support in Gaza and the concept of complex continuous trauma, highlighting the ongoing struggles faced by the Palestinian population. This conversation delves into the profound and complex trauma experienced by the population of Gaza, particularly focusing on the impact on children. The discussion highlights the continuous nature of trauma, the intergenerational effects, and the parallels with other marginalized communities. Dr. Farajallah shares insights from her work training first responders and supporting refugees, as well as her personal journey of healing through spirituality.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-ZcfFTPEuro
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-iman-farajallah-psyd-6aa190149/
Links:
My Life Is a War: Voices of Traumatized Palestinian Children under Israeli Occupation
https://a.co/d/cUFdLEA
Articles Mentioned:
Farajallah, I. (2022). Continuous traumatic stress in Palestine: The psychological effects of the occupation and chronic warfare on Palestinian children. World Social Psychiatry, 4(2), 112-120.
Farajallah, I., & Farajallah, H. (2024). Challenges in access to safe drinking water and its impact on maternal and child health in Gaza. Anatolian Clinic the Journal of Medical Sciences, 29(Special Issue on Gaza), 52-65.
Farajallah, I. (2024). Behind the Rubble: Psychological trauma of wars and human rights abuses on women and children in Gaza. Anatolian Clinic the Journal of Medical Sciences, 29(Special Issue on Gaza), 119-136.
Farajallah, I. (2018). Children of War: Psychological Impacts of War and Postwar Trauma on the Palestinian Children in the Gaza Strip (Doctoral dissertation, Sofia University).
Related Behaviour Speak Episodes
Episode 239: Supporting Refugee and Migrant Students Amid Climate and War-Induced Displacement with Dr. Diana Diaków
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-239-supporting-refugee-and-migrant-students-amid-climate-and-war-induced-displacement-with-dr-diana-diakow/
Episode 232: Behaviour Analysis in Sudan with Salma Abdelrahmanabdallahttps://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-232-behaviour-analysis-in-sudan-with-salma-abdelrahmanabdalla-med-iba-qba/
Episode 197: Understanding Moral Injury with Dr. C. Richard Spateshttps://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-197-understanding-moral-injury-with-dr-c-richard-spates/
Episode 191: Behaviour Analysis in Belarus with Анна Калиновская ((Hanna Kalinouskaya), M.A., BCBA, IBA https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/behaviouranalysis-in-belaruswith-hannakalinouskaya-bcba-iba/
Episode 184 Behavior Analysis in Ukraine with Alla Moskaletshttps://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-184-behavior-analysis-in-ukraine-with-alla-moskalets/
Episode 176: Religion, Spirituality, and Mental Health with Dr. Janice Parkerhttps://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-176-religion-spirituality-and-mental-health/
Episode 139: Threads of Hope: Addressing Trauma Amid War and Civil Discord with Sawsan Razzouk, M.A., BCBAhttps://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-139threads-of-hope-addressing-trauma-amid-war-and-civil-discord-with-sawsan-razzouk-ma-bcba/

In this conversation, Dr. Diana Diaków shares her extensive experience working with displaced populations, particularly children and families in refugee camps. She discusses her journey from studying applied developmental psychology to focusing on resilience in displaced children. Diana emphasizes the importance of understanding cultural dynamics, community support, and the need for culturally responsive interventions in mental health practices. She highlights the challenges faced in humanitarian work, the significance of transnational competence, and the gaps in research regarding displaced populations. The conversation concludes with Dr. Diaków 's vision for future work in promoting resilience and mental health support for refugees.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gdVhU9PBdd0
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https://dianadiakow.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianadiakow/
Links:
National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) Position Statement Students Who Are Displaced Persons, Refugees, or Asylum-Seekers
Articles Mentioned:
Diaków, D. M., & Christner, R. W. (2025). Integrating global mental health into international school psychology: Supporting refugee and migrant students amid climate and war-induced displacement. International Journal of School & Educational Psychology, 13(3), 246–257. https://doi.org/10.1080/21683603.2025.2519748
Diaków, D. M., & Stewart, J.L (2025). Integrating Spirituality into School Psychology Practice. Communique, 54(1), 31-34
Diaków, D. M., & Goforth, A. N. (2021). Supporting Muslim refugee youth during displacement: Implications for international school psychologists. School Psychology International, 42(3), 238-258.
Diaków, D. M. (2022). Humanitarian Workers’ perspectives on mental health and resilience of refugee youth: Implications for school psychology. University of Montana.
Koehn, P. H., Ngai, P. B. Y., Uitto, J. I., & Diaków, D. M. (2023). Migrant health and resilience: Transnational competence in conflict and climate displacement situations. Routledge.
Related Behaviour Speak Episodes
Episode 139:  Threads of Hope: Addresssing Trauma Amind War and Civil Discord with Sawsan Razzouk
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-139threads-of-hope-addressing-trauma-amid-war-and-civil-discord-with-sawsan-razzouk-ma-bcba/
Episode 78:  The Lived Experiences of Syrian Refugee Parents of Autistic Children with Abdullah Bernier
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-78-the-lived-experiences-of-syrian-refugee-parents-of-autistic-children-with-abdullah-bernier/
Episode 31 and 32: Special Series on Supporting Refugees from Ukraine
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-31specialseries-onsupporting-refugeesfromukraine-episode-1coordinating-supports-forrefugee-families-ofchildrenwithdisabilities-with-sophie/
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-32specialseries-onsupporting-refugeesfromukraine-episode-2tipson-providing-directsupport-toukrainianrefugee-families-with-autistic-children/
 

In this conversation, Ingy Alireza shares her journey as a behaviour analyst in Bahrain, discussing the challenges and evolution of autism support services in the region. She highlights the cultural influences on education, the role of parents in advocating for their children, and the need for more practitioners and training in behaviour analysis. Ingy emphasizes the importance of mental health in autism support and the potential of technology to enhance services. The discussion also touches on the current projects she is involved in, including the development of NUMUW, a new platform providing multidisciplinary services for families.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Pn0cGKKBA2w
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NUMUW
 
https://numuw.com/?lang=en
Ingy Alireza
https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingyalireza/
https://thinkinc.me/meet-the-team-2/
 
Articles Mentioned:
Kelly, M.P., Alireza, I., Azzaam, S. et al. Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism Spectrum Disorder in the Gulf Region in the Middle East. J Dev Phys Disabil 36, 591–614 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10882-023-09931-7
Related Behaviour Speak Episodes
Episode 228 The Nubian Egyptian Behaviour Analyst with Nehal Siam
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-228-the-nubian-egyptian-behaviour-analyst-with-nehal-siam-mped-bcba-rba-ont/
Episode 149 Behaviour Analysis in Saudi Arabia with Dr. Shahad Alsharif
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-149-behaviouranalysis-in-saudi-arabia-with-dr-shahad-alsharif/
Episode 94: Behaviour Analysis in Lebanon and Qatar with Rola El-Annan
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/ep-94-behaviour-analysis-in-lebanon-and-qatar-with-rola-el-annan-med-bcba/
 

This conversation delves into the complexities of aging, cognitive decline, and the role of behaviour analysts in gerontology. Nehal Siam and Jacqueline Pachis discuss the importance of adapting care to the evolving needs of older adults, the significance of quality of life assessments, and the impact of cultural responsiveness. They also explore the challenges posed by ageism, the necessity of using appropriate assessment tools, and the barriers to utilizing assistive devices. The discussion emphasizes the need for ongoing education, networking, and advocacy within the field of behavioural gerontology.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/eZ0GHUaWPpo
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Contact:
Jacqueline Pachis
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqueline-pachis-54b945a5/
https://www.emich.edu/psychology/labs/cbs-lab/lab-team.php
Nehal Siam
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nehal-siam-22b64663/
nehal.siam@durhamcollege.ca
Links: 
Behavioral Gerontology Special Interest Group
https://bgsig.abainternational.org/
https://www.facebook.com/behavioralgerontology/
Enrich Behavior Gerontology  Continuing Education Courses
https://www.behavioralgerontology.com/ceu-courses
CAMHhttps://www.camh.ca/
Behavioural Supports Ontariohttps://www.behaviouralsupportsontario.ca/
Dr. Claudia Drossel
https://www.emich.edu/psychology/faculty/c-drossel.php
Articles Mentioned:
Rosalie A. Kane, Kristen C. Kling, Boris Bershadsky, Robert L. Kane, Katherine Giles, Howard B. Degenholtz, Jiexin Liu, Lois J. Cutler, Quality of Life Measures for Nursing Home Residents, The Journals of Gerontology: Series A, Volume 58, Issue 3, March 2003, Pages M240–M248, https://doi.org/10.1093/gerona/58.3.M240
Ogden Lindsley's 1964 chapter on Geriatric prostheticsLindsley, O.R. (1964). Geriatric behavioral prosthetics. In: Kastenbaum, R. (eds) New Thoughts on Old Age. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-662-38534-0_3
Related Behaviour Speak Episodes
Episode 228 The Nubian Egyptian Behaviour Analyst with Nehal Siam
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-228-the-nubian-egyptian-behaviour-analyst-with-nehal-siam-mped-bcba-rba-ont/
Episode 17 Behavioural Gerontology with Dr. Rebecca Sharp
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-17-behavioural-gerontology-with-dr-rebecca-sharp-phd-bcba-d/

This conversation explores the development of the first graduate-level Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) program at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU), Florida A&M University. The discussion highlights the importance of HBCUs in addressing the educational needs of African-American students, the collaborative efforts of faculty and community members, and the program's commitment to inclusivity and cultural perspectives in behaviour analysis. The team emphasizes the significance of practicum partnerships, research opportunities, and support for international students, aiming to create a diverse and accessible ABA program that meets the needs of underrepresented communities.
This project would not be possible without the support of :
Dr. Jermaine Robertson, FAMU Psychology
Dr. Valencia E. Matthews,  FAMU, CSSAH
Dr. Allyson Watson, FAMU Provost
 
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Dr. Neico Slater Sa-Ra
Website
https://www.drslatersara.com/
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/neico-slater-sa-ra-ph-d-509728187
Dr. Sharlyn Crump
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sharlyn-crump-bcba-iba-lba-232a4a6a
https://www.bestabaprogram.com/
Tia Glover
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiadglover/
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/tiagloverbehavioralhealth/
https://www.instagram.com/tia_dann/?hl=en
Adrienne Bradley
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-bradley-m-ed-bcba-lba-2845aa180
Instagran
https://www.instagram.com/xoxo.contingencynerd/
My interview with Adrienne
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-76-the-next-generation-of-black-leaders-in-behavior-analysis-empowering-success-with-adrienne-bradley-med-bcba-lba/
Links: 
Florida A&M University Psychology
https://cssah.famu.edu/departments-and-centers/psychology/index.php
Black Men in Behavior Analysis
https://bmbanetwork.org/
IMHOTEP Conference
https://cssah.famu.edu/departments-and-centers/psychology/imhotep.php
International Behavior Analyst Organization
https://theibao.com/
Savannah State University Behavior Analysis Program
https://savannahstate.edu/programs/behavior-analysis/
Association for Professional Behavior Analysts
https://www.apbahome.net/
Related Behaviour Speak Episodes
Episode 223: Building Community in Behavior Analysis with Dr. Jewel Parham
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-223-building-community-in-behavior-analysis-with-dr-jewel-parham/
Episode 171: Empowering Black Voices in Autism Research with Dr. Brian Boyd
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-171-empowering-black-voices-in-autism-research/ with Dr. Brian Boyd
Episode 98: Black Liberation Psychology with Dr. Evan Auguste
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-98-black-liberation-psychology-a-conversation-with-dr-evan-auguste/
Episode 79 Black Men in Behavior Analysis with Jeron Trotman
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode79-black-men-in-behavior-analysis-with-jeron-trotman/
Episode 76: The Next Generation of Black Leaders in Behavior Analysis with Adrienne Bradleyhttps://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-76-the-next-generation-of-black-leaders-in-behavior-analysis-empowering-success-with-adrienne-bradley-med-bcba-lba/
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Welcome to this insightful episode of Behaviour Speak, where we speak with the inspiring Jaime Santana, founder of Santana Behavioural Services in Toronto. Join us as Jaime shares his journey as a dedicated behaviour analyst, exploring the challenges and triumphs of working with adults with developmental disabilities. Discover how Jaime's passion for empowering change and building independence has shaped his approach to ABA, particularly through the use of Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT). Plus, get a sneak peek into the upcoming ONTABA 2025 conference.
Register for ONTABACON 2025 now! https://behaviorlive.com/conferences/ontaba/registration
Use the code BxSpeak10 to get 10% off your registration
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Uy_e7qzRLWs
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jsantana@santanabehavioural.ca
Website
https://www.santanabehavioural.ca
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaime-santana-563320153/
Links: 
ONTABA
https://ontaba.org/join-ontaba/
Shining Through Centre
https://www.shiningthrough.ca/
Brock University
https://brocku.ca/programs/graduate/mads/
Behaviour Speak Episodes Featuring Guests from Ontario 
Get 75% off CEUs for these Episodes until the end of ONTABACON 2025 on November 7th!
Episode 11: The Treatment of Life Threatening Pica wiht Louis Busch
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-11-the-treatment-of-life-threatening-pica-with-louis-busch-bst-abs-hc-med-bcba/
Episode 13: Behaviour Analysis and Psychotropic Medication with Dr. Alison Cox
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-13-behaviour-analysis-and-psychotropic-medication-with-alison-cox-phd-bcba-d/
Episode 20: Consulting in Group Homes Using ACT with Monica Peters
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-20-consulting-in-group-homes-using-act-with-monica-peters-mads-bcba/
Episode 24 Autistic Self Advocacy with Michau Van Speyk and Philip Lerner
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-24-autistic-self-advocacy-with-michau-van-speyk-and-philip-lerner/
Episode 27 Translational Research, DiGeorge Syndrome, and a Little Dash of Metacontingencies with Dr. Val Saini
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-27-translational-research-digeorge-syndrome-and-a-little-dash-of-metacontingencies-with-valdeep-saini-phd-bcba-d/
Episode 34: Neurodiversity, ADHD, and ODD with Ameila Bowler
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-34-neurodiversity-adhd-and-odd-with-amelia-bowler-mads-bcba/
Episode 100: Self Determination and Self Advocacy with Brooke Myers
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Episode 136: From Bias to Balance: Antiracism in Behaviour Analysis wth Dr. Sonia Levy
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Episode 186: Culturo Behaviour Science: A Primer with Dr. Albert Malkin
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Episode 228: The Nubian Egyptian Behaviour Analyst with Nehal Siam
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-228-the-nubian-egyptian-behaviour-analyst-with-nehal-siam-mped-bcba-rba-ont/
 
 

In this episode, Rea Vuksan shares her journey from Canada to Croatia, where she has dedicated her career to disseminating Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) in a region where it is still developing. She discusses the importance of mentorship in her career, the challenges faced in autism services in Croatia, and the cultural responsiveness required in her practice. Rea also highlights her work in Montenegro, where she has trained thousands of professionals in ABA, and her current efforts in Denmark to further expand the reach of ABA. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the need for trust and understanding in working with families and the importance of adapting practices to fit cultural contexts.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/n5iPr5mL5Ko
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LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rea-vuksan-09891844/?originalSubdomain=hr
Links: 
Dr. Anne Cummings
https://obituaries.thestar.com/obituary/anne-cummings-1088206454
Surrey Place Center
https://www.surreyplace.ca/
Brock University
https://brocku.ca/programs/graduate/mads/
Rosemary Condillac
https://brocku.ca/social-sciences/applied-disability-studies/people-in-the-department/rosemary-condillac/
Nirvana Kos
https://abacroatia.com/
 

Este es el primer episodio de muchos que contará con diferentes presentadores entrevistando a invitados en sus propios idiomas para amplificar voces y perspectivas en todo el mundo. En nuestro primer episodio, una de mis colegas de CBI Consultants, Natalia Florez, entrevista a la analista de conducta colombiana Johanna Ávila Meza sobre el análisis de conducta en Colombia. Johanna habla sobre el excelente trabajo que realiza con ABA Pro Columbia para capacitar a profesionales para que puedan obtener su certificación internacional en análisis de conducta. Johanna comparte información sobre su nuevo libro, su próxima conferencia sobre ABA en Colombia y mucho más.
This is the first episode of many that will feature different hosts interviewing guests in their own languages to amplify voices and perspectives across the globe. In our first episode, one of my colleagues here at CBI Consultants, Natalia Florez, interviews Colombian behaviour analyst Johanna Avila Meza on the topic of behaviour analysis in Colombia. Johanna discusses the great work she is doing with ABA Pro Colombia to train professionals so they can qualify for their international behaviour analyst certification. Johanna shares information about her new book, her upcoming conference on ABA in Colombia, and more!
Ver en/Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/shAbCgM9Ods
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BACB: 0.5 Ética/Ethics
IBAO: 0.5 Cultura/Cultural
QABA: 0.5 Ética/Ethics
CBA: 0.5 Diversidad Cultural/Cultural Diversity
Contacto/Contact
SERVIMEDAS
Instagram: @servimedas_sas
Pagina web: www.servimedas.com.co 
 
ABA PRO COLOMBIA
Instagram: @aba_pro_colombia
Pagina web: www.abaprocolombia.com
Natalia Flórez Marín
https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalia-fl%C3%B3rez-mar%C3%ADn-943914104/
Links:
International Behavior Analysis Organization
https://theibao.com/
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In this episode of Behaviour Speak, Salma Abdelrahmanabdalla shares her inspiring journey as an international behaviour analyst, childhood coach and consultant. She discusses her multicultural upbringing, educational background, and the importance of culturally responsive behaviour analysis. Salma highlights the challenges faced by autism services in Sudan, especially in the wake of war, and emphasizes the need for systemic change and community-driven solutions. Her vision for the future includes rebuilding autism infrastructure in Sudan, advocating for neurodiversity, and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential and thrive.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/xkbWLfxijDo
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Contact Salma:
https://neurobloomconsulting.com/
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/salma_abdelrahmanabdalla_phd/
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/salma-abdelrahmanabdalla-84a443372/
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Episode 78: The Lived Experiences of Syrian Refugee Parents of Autistic Children with Abdullah Bernier
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Episode 94: Behaviour Analysis in Lebanon and Qatar with Rola El-Annan
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/ep-94-behaviour-analysis-in-lebanon-and-qatar-with-rola-el-annan-med-bcba/
Episode 139 Addressing Trauma Amid War and Civil Discord with Sawsan Razzoukhttps://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-139threads-of-hope-addressing-trauma-amid-war-and-civil-discord-with-sawsan-razzouk-ma-bcba/
Episode 228: The Nubian Egyptian Behaviour Analyst with Nehal Siam
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In this conversation, Dr. Jessica Sangiq Ullrich shares her journey as a tribal citizen of the Nome Eskimo community in Alaska, discussing her background, the significance of cultural identity, and the impact of intergenerational trauma on Indigenous communities. She emphasizes the importance of connectedness in promoting Indigenous well-being and highlights her research methodology, which focuses on community engagement and spirituality. Jessica advocates for language preservation and community workshops as essential tools for healing and empowerment, ultimately envisioning a future where Indigenous communities thrive through cultural practices and interconnectedness.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/5k6TZAxZWMI
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Contact:
https://ireach.wsu.edu/people/jessica-saniguq-ullrich/
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-saniguq-ullrich-302896213/
Links:
The Institute for Research and Education Advancing Community Health (iREACH)
https://ireach.wsu.edu/
The Nome Eskimo Community
https://www.necalaska.org/
Native Village of Wales
https://kawerak.org/our-region/wales/
Láaganaay Tsiits Git’anee
https://nationalfolklifenetwork.org/liz-medicine-crow/
Articles Referenced:
Ullrich, J. S. (2019). For the love of our children: an Indigenous connectedness framework. AlterNative: An International Journal of Indigenous Peoples, 15(2), 121-130. https://doi.org/10.1177/1177180119828114
Chase, Y.E., Ullrich, J.S. A Connectedness Framework: Breaking the Cycle of Child Removal for Black and Indigenous Children. Int. Journal on Child Malt. 5, 181–195 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s42448-021-00105-6
Wesner, C. A., Around Him, D., Ullrich, J. S., Martin, L., Denmark, N., Russette, H., Lee, K. S., Sarche, M., Asdigian, N. L., Barnes-Najor, J., Whitesell, N. R., & the Tribal Early Childhood Research Center Early Relational Wellbeing Community of Learning. (2025). Co-creating a conceptual model of Indigenous relational wellbeing in early childhood: Planting seeds of connectedness. Infant Mental Health Journal, 46, 115–132. https://doi.org/10.1002/imhj.22149
Ullrich, J. S., Young, J. C., Wilbur, R. E., Nguyen, T., Johnston, P., White, L. F., Bright, J., Contreras, A., Alowa, E., & Tobuk, L. (2025). “It Makes My Heart Smile When I Hear Them Say, ‘Hi Grandpa, We’re Home!’”: Relationality, Alaska Native Wellbeing and Self Determination in Tribal Child Protection. Genealogy, 9(3), 85. https://doi.org/10.3390/genealogy9030085
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https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-220-decolonizing-mental-health-with-dr-julie-smith-yliniemi/
Episode 210 Indigenous Cultural Revitalization with Dr. Haley Shea
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-210-indigenous-cultural-revitalization-with-dr-haley-shea/
Episode 182 Healing The Disconnect: Culture, Climate, and Community with Dr. Emma Elliott
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-182-healing-the-disconnect-culture-climate-and-community/
Episode 177 The Arctic Rose Foundation with Susan Aglukark
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Episode 150 Education Is The New Buffalo: Healing and Wellness for the Piikani Blackfoot People with Angela Grier
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