In this episode of ABA Mom, host Allie Langan welcomes Phil Carrenard from Connect N Care to discuss his journey into the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Phil shares his experiences starting in the field during the pandemic, his passion for working with children and sports, and how his brother's autism influenced his career path. The conversation covers the importance of mentorship, the challenges of working in different states, and the significance of building strong relationships with RBTs and BTs. Phil emphasizes the value of being proactive in sessions and the impact of body positioning on client success. #ABA, #AppliedBehaviorAnalysis, #ConnectNCare, #mentorship, #RBT, #BT, #proactivestrategies, #bodypositioning, #autism

In Episode 45 of ABA MOM, Allie Langan, BCBA, dives into one of the most emotionally charged—and rarely talked about—challenges parents face: setting boundaries with family members who don’t believe in ABA. This isn’t about winning arguments or convincing skeptics. It’s about protecting your child’s progress, your mental health, and your role as their strongest advocate.

Allie shares real-life examples, boundary scripts you can actually use, and mindset shifts that help parents stop over-explaining and start standing firm. Whether you’re navigating pushback from grandparents, relatives undermining routines, or family members questioning your parenting choices, this episode offers practical tools and validation you didn’t know you needed.

✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why family resistance to ABA feels so personal
• How to set boundaries without guilt or conflict
• What to say when relatives undermine your parenting
• How to protect consistency for your child—even at family gatherings
• Why you don’t owe anyone an explanation for doing what worksA”

In this episode of ABA MOM, Allie Langan, BCBA, is joined by Tracy Smith, BCBA, Sharon Holloway, and Julie Eggleston, CTRS for a powerful conversation on networking and building sustainable adult living supports. Together, they explore how interdisciplinary collaboration can strengthen services for adults with autism and other developmental disabilities across community, residential, and clinical settings.

The panel discusses innovative, billable, and sustainable service models, including opportunities within Medicaid Waivers, nonprofit partnerships, and grant-funded programs. Julie shares insights from her work in therapeutic recreation, higher education, and experiential therapy, while Allie, Tracy, and Sharon highlight the critical role BCBAs play in adult services beyond childhood intervention.

This episode also dives into creative collaboration ideas—such as involving university students in SOP development, expanding respite and adult living options, and bridging gaps between behavior analysis and experiential therapies. Whether you’re a BCBA, caregiver, nonprofit leader, or student, this conversation offers practical insights and inspiration for growing meaningful adult services through connection and collaboration.

🎧 Tune in for real talk, professional insight, and actionable ideas to help move adult living services forward.

#ABAMOM #AppliedBehaviorAnalysis #AdultAutism #ABAPodcast #BCBAPodcast #AdultLiving

#AutismAdults #IDDServices #TherapeuticRecreation #CTRS #InterdisciplinaryCare

#CommunityLiving #MedicaidWaiver #RespiteCare #NonprofitWork #BehaviorAnalyst

On this episode, Allie and Erica discuss new goals and maintaining them using ABA principles!

Episode 42: Trauma-Informed Behavior Analyst | with Annie Chen, BCBA In this episode of the ABA MOM Podcast, host Allie Langan, BCBA, sits down with Annie Chen, BCBA, founder of Behavior Roots, to explore what it truly means to practice as a trauma-informed behavior analyst. Annie shares her journey in the field of ABA and how trauma-informed care has shaped the way she supports clients, caregivers, and clinicians. Together, Allie and Annie discuss the importance of compassion, safety, and connection in behavior analytic practice, as well as how understanding trauma can transform outcomes for individuals and families. This conversation is especially valuable for BCBAs, RBTs, parents, and professionals looking to integrate ethical, humane, and person-centered approaches into their work. Learn more about Annie and her work at Behavior Roots: 👉 https://behaviorroots.com/

🎧 Tune in for an honest, insightful discussion that bridges behavior analysis and trauma-informed care. #ABAMomPodcast #ABA #TraumaInformedCare #BehaviorAnalysis #BCBA #RBT #TraumaInformedABA #ParentingWithABA #BehaviorRoots #EthicalABA #ABACommunity #NeurodiversityAffirming #CompassionateCare

On this episode of ABA Mom, Allie Langan, a board-certified behavior analyst and mother of five, discusses the challenges and strategies for preparing both children and parents for the holiday season. She emphasizes the importance of using ABA strategies to manage expectations, stress, and sensory overload during the holidays, while also focusing on self-care and setting boundaries. #aba #holidaypreparation, #sensory , #parenting, #holidaystress, #christmas, #appliedbehavioranalysis

On this episode, Allie describes and provides examples of functional play. What is functional play? How do you engage in functional play at home? #aba #funcionalplay #bcba #rbt #parenting #adhdawareness #autismawareness

On this episode, Allie interviews Kate Blasi who is a school-based BCBA, yoga instructor, and doula! Kate has combined her interests and started her own business in New Jersey called Seaquence, LLC. Kate discusses her journey and gives helpful tips to parents and caregivers. Contact:

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