In this episode of Tim Talks, Tim Zercher sits down with Margaret Fitch, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at Boys & Girls Village, to explore the transformative power of applied behavior analysis (ABA) in supporting children with autism and other special needs. Margaret shares her journey into the field, practical strategies for building trust and rapport with learners, and how small, empathetic interventions can create big breakthroughs for students. From early exposure to autism in her youth to her impactful work today, Margaret provides a window into the heart of ABA and what it truly means to support children in therapeutic and educational settings.

Tune in to hear actionable insights on fostering connection, debunking behavior myths, and helping students thrive in environments that might initially feel overwhelming.

In this episode of Tim Talks: Behavioral Health, Tim Zercher sits down with Ashleigh Dominguez, BCBA, entrepreneur, and founder of Ashleigh Behavior Analysis, LLC. Ashleigh shares her unique journey into the world of ABA - a happy accident that turned into a 12-year career helping families and clinicians alike.

They discuss how technology and AI are transforming the ABA space, from increasing accessibility to assisting clinicians without replacing them. Ashleigh also dives into common mistakes ABA teams make in clinical work, the importance of applying ABA principles internally, and her innovative approach to marketing as she builds her solo practice.

If you’re curious about leveraging tech, improving staff outcomes, or creating meaningful connections with clients in behavioral health, this episode is for you.

In this episode of Tim Talks: Behavioral Health, host Timothy A. Zercher sits down with Moshe Katz, Practice Owner and Clinical Director at TE(A)CH Developmental and Behavioral Support, LLC, to explore his journey into ABA, the realities families face when starting services, and what ethical, person-centered care truly looks like.

Moshe shares how an unexpected career pivot led him from biochemical engineering into behavior analysis, the emotional weight families carry at diagnosis, and the ongoing challenge of service consistency and staff turnover. The conversation also dives into preparing young adults with autism for independent living, emphasizing individualized treatment over diagnosis-driven care.

To wrap up, Moshe offers an honest look at early-stage growth and marketing in behavioral health — from referral relationships to standing out authentically in a crowded space.

This episode is a candid, practical listen for ABA leaders, clinicians, and anyone committed to building sustainable, ethical services in their community.