Lindsey Sneed, Ph.D., BCBA-D’s Post

I consider myself the be someone who focuses on real world change. It's one of the reasons why I was drawn to Applied Behavior Analysis. As such, the world of academia has been a place I have not prioritized throughout my career. However, I was asked to help write an article that would start the discussion of establishing minimum standards of care for Applied Behavior Analysis treatment for people with Autism. We started with a discussion of where the field stands, issues we see, and where services should go. The result was an article that I played a small part of getting published. 'The Right to Effective Behavioral Treatment Revisited' uses the framework of the original article published in 1988 by Van Houten and colleagues to review the basic mandates of effective ABA treatment and discuss the challenges we face today. My intentions were to open the door for more research focused improving the quality of treatment. My hope is that this article will establish a larger foothold in the ABA academic literature to study best practices, the concept of minimum acceptable standards of treatment, and be a jumping off point for ensuring quality/effective treatment for all patients receiving care. I hope that this article will be used to further the discussion of minimal standards of treatment. I'm not sure how this article will be interpreted, but I can say that I am proud that I was a part of writing an article that discusses the state of effective treatment and presents the concept of minimum standards of care for the field of ABA. The article is behind a paywall, but for those of you who are interested, here is the link. https://lnkd.in/epe5fwQK

Are you an allied health, psychology, or educational professional who wants to learn more about the Autistic children you support? Join Dr. Melanie Heyworth in our online professional development course designed by and for Autistic people, providing you with the insight required for neuroaffirming practice. Register here on our website: https://bit.ly/3tYceRZ #AlliedHealth #NeuroaffirmingPractice #ProfessionalDevelopment #ReframingAutism [ID: A blue background featuring the Reframing Autism logo. Text in white reads, "Professional Development: Using Neurodiversity to Support Autistic Children and Their Families. You'll learn: To understand Autism within a double empathy and radical acceptance framework that fosters Autistic authenticity; To develop a basic understanding of Autism from a neurological perspective; To interrogate traditional, reductive approaches to Autism and offer new ways to view Autistic traits and behaviours; and To scope ways of interacting with Autistic individuals which are respectful and successful."]

Seeking professional development in neuro-inclusive and neuro-affirming modes of practice need to be a top priority for everyone. Awareness and education is the key to achieving a truly inclusive and equitable society. #NeurodiversityInEducation #InclusiveLearning #EducationReform #TeachDifferently #EquityInEducation #Neuroinclusive #NeuroAffirming #Inclusion #Diversity #Equity #InclusiveHealthCare #EquityInWokplaces #InclusiveWorkplaces #Neurodiversity

📊 Understanding WISC Scores: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents and Professionals As a clinical psychologist, I often see the confusion and anxiety parents face when trying to interpret their child's cognitive assessment results. That's why I've created an in-depth guide to understanding WISC scores. Key highlights from the article: • Clear breakdown of what each WISC component measures • Age-specific testing considerations • Cultural and linguistic factors that impact results • Real-world applications of test results • Practical strategies for supporting your child Whether you're a parent navigating your child's cognitive assessment journey or a professional looking to enhance your understanding, this guide offers valuable insights into interpreting and applying WISC results. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gEZEK7W2 #ChildPsychology #CognitiveAssessment #WISC #ParentingResources #ProfessionalDevelopment #EducationalPsychology #ChildDevelopment

ABA is bad, very bad. Here’s what to do instead. These alternatives to ABA are presented in convenient bulleted lists of strategies with links to deep resources. In collaboration with Helen Autistic Realms. https://lnkd.in/gnZdDQWY

🧠 Join us for an essential learning experience! 🧠 CE course on De-Pathologizing Autism: A Guide to Affirming Care for Mental Health Professionals, presented by Molly Williams, MSW, ACSW. This course is designed for therapists, dietitians, and professionals in the mental health field looking to provide affirming and effective care for autistic individuals. Learn to apply a de-pathologized understanding of autism. Address the unique sensory and communication needs of autistic clients. Incorporate strengths-based treatment strategies that prioritize self-determination, consent, and respect. 📅 Date: Friday, October 25, 2024 🕘 Time: 9:00-10:30 AM PT (12:00-1:30 PM ET) 💻 Where: Virtually via Zoom 💼 CE Credits: 1 CE Credit available for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs, and LEPs. 💲 Cost: $35 This CE course meets the qualifications for 1 hour of continuing education credit as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. Register here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gAyX_a9p For more information or accommodations for special needs, contact the Program Administrator at Robyn@alignedcarecenter.com. If you'd like to request a refund, they will be issued (less a $5 administrative fee) if requested 72 hours prior to the start of the event. Looking forward to seeing you there! #MentalHealth #AutismAffirmingCare #TherapistEducation #CECredits #AutismAwareness #StrengthsBasedCare

Racism is a pervasive problem in Western society, leading to mental and physical unwellness in people from racialized groups. Psychology began as a racist discipline, as many prominent early leaders in the field actively promoted eugenics and the use of intelligence testing to prove the inferiority of people of color. Unfortunately, most clinical training and curricula do not provide an anti-racist framework, which is long overdue for a profession that started with many openly racist ideals. Although most therapists have seen clients with race-based stress and trauma, very few were taught how to assess or treat it. This workshop will discuss how therapists can embrace an anti-racism approach in their practice and their lives in general as an essential prerequisite for authenticity in this work. Dr. Williams will review her extensive research on microaggressions, explain the difference between being a racial justice ally versus a White savior, and share new research on what it means to be a genuine racial justice ally. Join us in beautiful Montego Bay, Jamaica and turn your continuing education in a well-deserved vacation! #continuingeducation #therapists #psychologists #lcsw #lmft #lpc #lmhc #psyd #selfcare #vacation #ces #evidencebasedtraining #evidencebasedpractice

In today’s complex educational landscape, school psychologists play a vital role that extends far beyond testing and paperwork. From providing mental health support to fostering positive school climates, their presence on campus helps students thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. As we celebrate School Psychologist Appreciation Week, let’s explore five essential benefits of having a school psychologist on campus—and two creative ways to harness their expertise even further.

I'm beyond excited and proud to announce my new CE course with the amazing Robyn Caruso, LMFT, CEDS-C and AlignED Care Eating Disorder and Mental Health Center: "De-Pathologizing Autism: A Guide to Affirming Care for Mental Health Professionals." This course is centered around one of soapbox issues: accessibility to care. When evidence-based modalities fail autistic clients, clinicians often refuse to look inward: A client's lack of progress is often blamed on their traits, on willful defiance, or a toxic cocktail of both. I posit that the problem does not lie with our clients, but in how we are delivering care. In short, this course aims to help allistic providers understand the different ways in which our community perceives, senses, interprets, and responds to the world. Interventions and modalities need to be reframed, adapted, and translated so they can work for our brains. Together, we will pose questions, answer some of them, and challenge ourselves to re-assess and refine our approaches in a safe, non-judgmental space. I am so excited to see you all there!

💡 New #PolicyInsight: A growing number of crime and violence prevention programs have sought to draw on behavior change techniques, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), as a means of shifting the way people think and make decisions. In our new Policy Insight, we review eight experimental and quasi-experimental evaluations that found these interventions have been effective in reducing criminal, violent, and antisocial behaviors across a range of contexts and populations. 👉 Where studies have been able to isolate and test for mechanisms, evidence suggests these programs may help participants enhance their emotional regulation, rethink their default assumptions, consider alternative perspectives, and improve their decision-making. 👉 The majority of programs tested were low-cost with relatively simple, standardized curricula often delivered by facilitators with no formal training in social work or psychology, suggesting these techniques could be replicated across a variety of contexts. Read the Insight here: https://j-p.al/db9