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General CEU: From Assent to Attachment: Teaching Parents the Foundations of Connected Caregiving

From Assent to Attachment: Teaching Parents the Foundations of Connected Caregiving matters because it changes what a BCBA notices when decisions have to hold up in joint consultation, shared care planning, school-team communication, and interdisciplinary handoffs. In Teaching Parents the Foundations of Connected Caregiving, for this course, the practical stakes show up in clearer roles, fewer duplicated efforts, and better coordinated intervention, not in abstract discussion alone.

Provider: BehaviorLive — via Practicing What We Preach: Assent in Action

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Course Description

Embark on a transformative journey with our comprehensive presentation designed for behavior analysts, focused on empowering parents through assent-based intervention. In this presentation, you'll learn the critical importance of honoring a child's assent in therapy, which not only respects their autonomy but also promotes more effective and ethical interventions. We'll delve into practical strategies for coaching parents on how to recognize and respond to their child's cues of consent or dissent, creating a foundation of trust and collaboration that supports the child's agency in their own developmental journey. By the end of this insightful presentation that combines theory with actionable techniques, you will leave equipped to coach parents in creating a supportive, assent-based environment that cultivates emotional well-being and genuine connection.

What You'll Learn

  1. Explain the principles of assent-based intervention and its significance in behavioral therapy.
  2. Explain at least 2 strategies for coaching parents to recognize and honor their child's assent or dissent.
  3. Identify at least 2 strategies to problem solve common issues that arise when coaching parents on assent based intervention.

CEU Credits Earned

Certification BodyCreditsType
BACB® 2 General
COA 2

About the Instructor

MD
Megan DeLeon (Miller)
BCBA-D

Global Behavior Analyst | Neurodiversity-Affirming Advocate | Author & Innovator | Resource QueenExpertise in Autism & Behavior Analysis: Over 20 years of experience in autism and behavior analysis, focusing on translating research into practical, individualized, and person-centered interventions.Published Author & Contributor: Author of 2 book chapters, several peer-reviewed articles, and a widely recognized expert in advancing compassionate, neurodiversity-affirming practices.Extensive Global Presentation Experience: Invited speaker at conferences across the globe, with over 116 conference presentations and a reputation for bringing innovative, research-informed perspectives to the field.Leader in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Training: Global trainer and coach for behavior analysts, parents, and service providers, specializing in neurodiversity-affirming, person-centered approaches that promote autonomy and social communication.Founder of the Do Better Collective: Creator of an international community empowering behavior analysts and related service providers to deliver more compassionate and effective interventions, combining evidence-based practice with humanity.

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Clinical Disclaimer

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.

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