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Join Free →S.T.A.Y. Afloat Mentorship Series (Safety • Teaching • ABA • You) ABA Made EZ is proud to partner with Brea Merhar of Blended Aquatics to present the S.T.A.Y. Afloat Mentorship—a three-part CEU series designed for the ABA community, equipping BCBAs, RBTs, and other providers with the skills to support neurodivergent individuals in water safety. This series empowers ABA professionals to lead collaborative, family-centered, and community-informed interventions that promote aquatic safety, skill development, and confidence, ultimately benefiting both providers and families. 🌊 Part 2: Supporting Transitions — Preventing Elopement & Building Water Safety Skills (June) This CEU focuses on understanding and addressing the behavioral and environmental factors that contribute to elopement and difficulty with transitions in aquatic settings. Designed specifically for the ABA community—including BCBAs, RBTs, and other behavior professionals—this training also welcomes collaboration with parents, aquatic instructors, and those supporting neurodivergent individuals across water-based environments. Participants will learn how to: Identify common triggers and behavior patterns contributing to elopementImplement proactive transition supports rooted in ABA principlesDevelop individualized water safety plans that align with behavior goalsFoster collaborative, supportive environments across bath, pool, and beach settings Real-life examples and behavior-based strategies will empower providers to reduce risk, enhance supervision, and increase positive participation during aquatic routines. 🔍 Simplified Abstract: This CEU helps the ABA community—BCBAs, RBTs, and aquatic professionals—recognize and prevent elopement risks while supporting smoother transitions around water. Learn how to apply proactive safety strategies and create individualized plans that increase cooperation and build trust. Ideal for ABA providers working to promote safer, more successful water experiences. 📚 Missed Part 1? Click here: Foundations of Water Familiarization & Exploration (May) introduced behavior-based strategies for building comfort and confidence in water, preparing children and families for swim readiness. ☀️ Next Up in July 18: Part 3 – Ready to Swim: Prepping Kids (and Parents) for Water Safety Wins The final CEU in the series will focus on equipping ABA providers and caregivers with tools to prepare learners for structured swim instruction and long-term water success. Bundle & Save! Access all 3 parts & Save, click here
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 1 | General |
Christina Torres, BCBA, LBA, IBA, is a Board Certified, Licensed, and International Behavior Analyst who has been serving the Autism and neurodivergent community since 2014. She has worked across a wide range of settings, including schools, residential facilities, transition homes, and community-based programs, giving her a well-rounded and practical perspective on applied behavior analysis.Christina is the founder and CEO of ABA Made EZ, a digital education and mentorship platform dedicated to making ABA accessible, relatable, and ethical. Through social media, live trainings, and digital resources, she simplifies complex behavior-analytic concepts into practical strategies that empower both professionals and families. She is also the host of The Reinforcing Conversations Podcast, where she facilitates honest, thought-provoking conversations about behavior, leadership, business, and the real-life application of ABA in and beyond clinical settings.As a mother to a daughter born at 25 weeks, Christina brings a deeply personal and compassionate lens to her work, allowing her to authentically connect with caregivers navigating the realities of supporting neurodivergent children. Through mentorships, business-to-business partnerships, and community-building initiatives, Christina is passionate about supporting future leaders in the field and fostering communities where professionals, parents, and caregivers feel confident, informed, and empowered to create meaningful change.Follow her Socials Here:Instagram: @Aba.MadeEzTiktok: @Aba.madeezYoutube: ABA Made EzPodcast: Reinforcing ConversationsWebsite: www.AbaMadeEz.com
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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.