Grief, loss, and bereavement are universal human experiences that profoundly affect behavior, yet they have received remarkably little attention in the behavior analysis literature and in the training of behavior analysts. For ABA practitioners who work with individuals across the lifespan, particularly those with autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disabilities, the intersection of grief and behavior analysis represents a critical knowledge gap with direct clinical implications.
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Join Free →Loss and grief are universal human experiences that affect everyone at some point in their lives. Written and presented by an experienced professional with a background in both mental health and behavior analysis, this comprehensive course explores the profound impacts of grief, loss, and bereavement on individuals, providing a deep understanding of these complex experiences, and an exploration of the significant effect of grief, loss, and bereavement. With an emphasis on grief-informed practices, the course offers practical strategies for creating supportive environments, a deeper understanding of the grief experience, and ways to support treatment outcomes.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
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| BACB® | 2 | Ethics |
Hi! My name is Bobbi Barber. I’m a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC), board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA), certified in perinatal mental health (PMH-C), and a Clinical Certified Trauma Professional (CCTP) in Central Florida. I have 25+ years of experience working with children, teens, adults, families, and couples. I have extensive training, education, and experience with complex behavior and mental health issues. My expertise includes ABA, Mindfulness, ACT, CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, and internal family systems. I am certified in Gottman Level 1 and Prepare/Enriched certified.My clinical practice focuses on individuals facing emotional conflicts, harmful behavior patterns, self-harm tendencies, body-focused repetitive behaviors, grief, loss, life transitions, trauma, and interpersonal conflict resolution.With over 24 years of experience in ABA, I have worked in various settings, including group homes, clinics, private homes, and the community. I co-founded and worked at a private ABA company for 16 years, giving me invaluable insights into addressing the diverse needs of my clients. As the founder and CEO of Mindful Counseling FL, my mission is to expand the scope of ABA by integrating mental health practices and emphasizing continuous training and education. Holistic care, workplace mental well-being, and specialized education are at the core of my practice. I am committed to helping individuals achieve personal growth, resilience, and success. In addition to my clinical work, I write continuing education coursework and serve as a public speaker and trainer. I specialize in areas such as Stress, Fatigue and burnout, Self-Inflicted Violence Education, and Trauma-Related Loss and grief.
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