Balancing Leadership, Motherhood, and Clinical Expertise: A Woman's Journey in Behavioral Healthcare becomes clinically important the moment a team has to turn good intentions into reliable action inside clinic sessions and day-to-day service delivery. In Balancing Leadership, Motherhood, and Clinical Expertise: A Woman's Journey in Behavioral Healthcare, for this course, the practical stakes show up in better performance, lower drift, and more sustainable team development, not in abstract discussion alone.
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Join Free →In the dynamic field of behavioral healthcare, women in senior leadership navigate unique challenges while balancing professional responsibilities and personal commitments. "Balancing Leadership, Motherhood, and Clinical Expertise: A Woman's Journey in Behavioral Healthcare" explores the intersection of executive leadership, applied behavior analysis, and motherhood, offering insights into how these roles complement and inform one another. This presentation will highlight the realities of leading a large-scale behavioral health organization, applying behavior analytic principles both in the workplace and at home, and managing work-life integration as a mother—particularly one raising twins and a neurodiverse child. Attendees will gain practical strategies for leveraging clinical expertise in leadership, advocating for inclusive policies, and sustaining personal well-being amid competing demands. By sharing personal experiences, professional strategies, and industry insights, this session aims to inspire and empower women in behavioral health to step into leadership roles while maintaining fulfillment across all facets of life.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 1 | General |
| COA | 1 | — |
Tia Glover serves as the Regional Director for Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, where she oversees nine behavioral healthcare facilities across Florida. With over 15 years of experience in social services and community behavioral healthcare, Mrs. Glover is committed to advancing mental health wellness and fostering positive outcomes for individuals within psychiatric residential settings. Dedicated to empowering individuals and communities, Mrs. Glover has made a lasting impact through mental health forums and summits that promote education, awareness, and support. She is a recognized advocate for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB), championing initiatives that foster inclusive, equitable environments across her organization. Mrs. Glover holds a Bachelor's in Healthcare Management and Business and a Master’s in Public Health from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU), as well as a Master’s in Behavior Analysis from the University of North Florida. A certified behavior analyst since 2016, she is known for her passionate advocacy, which has generated substantial community support for Devereux Florida’s services addressing mental health and intellectual disabilities. In addition to her work at Devereux, Mrs. Glover serves on the board of directors for ALW Cares, a nonprofit organization focused on combating homelessness. A trailblazer in behavioral health education, she also founded the first verified Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) curriculum at an HBCU, housed at FAMU. She is an active member of the American College of Healthcare Executives, the National Association of Professional Women, and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and served as past president of the Black Applied Behavior Analyst Association.
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