Behavior analysts serve individuals across the full spectrum of gender identity and sexual orientation, yet the field's training programs, clinical protocols, and professional literature have historically given minimal attention to the specific needs and experiences of LGBT+ clients. This gap is not neutral.
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| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 1 | Ethics |
Cassi Breaux, M.A., M.S., BCBA, LBA (pronouns they/them) is a content creator and the manager of educational content development for CRInstitute at CentralReach. They have been in the behavior field for more than 15 years, most notably as a special education teacher and behavior specialist for NYC public schools, a tech and BCBA in private clinics, and a private practice owner. They have been adjunct faculty for Association for Behavior Analysis International approved Verified Course Sequence courses for more than 9 years. They have created more than six hours of assent and dignity continuing education courses for CRInstitute, as well as over 50 hours of content on the BCBA Task List (5th ed.). Their goal is to help the field of Applied Behavior Analysis become assent-based and person-centered, through a lens of anti-ableism.
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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.