The perspective of a behavior analyst who received ABA services as a child offers an extraordinary and rare window into the lived experience of behavior-analytic intervention. Alex Astrella's journey from ABA client to ABA supervisor and small business founder challenges the field to consider how early intervention skills transfer into adulthood, how the experience of receiving ABA shapes a clinician's practice, and how inclusive work environments can support professionals with autism.
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| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 1 | Ethics |
Alex is a visual artist and behavior analyst based out of Orange County, California. Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at the age of 2, Alex was told that he’d never be able to hold a job as an adult. 24 years later, Alex has won numerous awards and has garnered nationwide praise for his documentary films. He also has his Masters in Special Education from Vanderbilt University, which an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis. Alex currently works with his production company, Blu Star Productions, and also works as a BCaBA for ACES Autism Services.
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280 research articles with practitioner takeaways
279 research articles with practitioner takeaways
258 research articles with practitioner takeaways
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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.