The field of applied behavior analysis, like many healthcare professions, operates within a complex web of employment laws that directly affect both practitioners and the organizations that employ them. Despite this, formal training on labor law is largely absent from behavior analysis graduate programs and continuing education offerings.
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| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 1 | Ethics |
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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