Artificial intelligence is entering the field of applied behavior analysis at an accelerating pace, and behavior analysts must grapple with the ethical implications before adoption outpaces thoughtful evaluation. AI tools are being used or proposed for treatment plan generation, data analysis and visualization, insurance authorization documentation, session note writing, caregiver training content, and even direct clinical decision support.
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Join Free →AI is rapidly reshaping the field of ABA, offering new opportunities to improve efficiency, treatment fidelity, and clinical decision-making. This session explores the promise and pitfalls of AI in practice—asking whether it enables BCBAs to work smarter or risks ethical shortcuts. We'll cover practical use cases, ethical guardrails, and key questions around implementation, giving attendees a balanced look at how AI can support high-quality, responsible care.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 1 | Ethics |
Dr. Bonavita is the Vice President of Clinical Services for Autism Allies ensuring ethical and excellence in service delivery and has worked in the field of applied behavior analysis for over 20 years. Her experience includes working in home, school, and residential settings and she has served as an expert witness on autism spectrum disorders for the Massachusetts department of children and families. Dr. Bonavita is an avid sports fan, and her love of sports has guided several research projects surrounding increasing sports performance in athletes of all ages and abilities as well as the area of health and fitness. She is certified in the application of Organizational Behavior Management (OBM) focusing on employee job performance, satisfaction, and retention. Dr. Bonavita also serves as an adjunct faculty member at Bay Path University and Cambridge College in both the Masters and PhD of Applied Behavior Analysis Programs.
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All behavior-analytic intervention is individualized. The information on this page is for educational purposes and does not constitute clinical advice. Treatment decisions should be informed by the best available published research, individualized assessment, and obtained with the informed consent of the client or their legal guardian. Behavior analysts are responsible for practicing within the boundaries of their competence and adhering to the BACB Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts.