Incorporating ABA in a Multi-disciplinary approach to the treatment of Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors becomes clinically important the moment a team has to turn good intentions into reliable action inside case conceptualization, intervention design, staff training, and literature-informed problem solving. In Incorporating ABA in a Multi-disciplinary approach to the treatment of Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors, for this course, the practical stakes show up in stronger conceptual consistency and better translational decision making, not in abstract discussion alone.
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Join Free →This presentation aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs), which are habitual self-grooming behaviors that can significantly impact an individual's life. Through a combination of educational content and practical strategies, attendees will gain valuable insights into the nature of BFRBs and learn therapeutic approaches for managing these behaviors as well as how ABA can be incorporated for deeper work. The presentation will cover various BFRBs, including trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder) and excoriation (skin-picking disorder). In addition to behavior practitioners, this course is also designed for mental health and related clinicians interested in using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to treat BFRBs. Updated information will be presented on the co-occurrence of autism spectrum disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) with BFRBs, providing a more comprehensive view of the complexities involved in these conditions. A multi-disciplinary approach, integrating insights from ABA, mental health, and other relevant fields, is particularly effective in treating BFRBs. Attendees will leave with practical tools and strategies to effectively address BFRBs within their clinical practice.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 2 | General |
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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