Clinical supervision in behavior analysis is a professional relationship with enormous developmental stakes — and yet the conditions under which supervisors operate often work against the qualities that make supervision transformative. Competitive professional cultures, narratives demanding individual performance, and systemic expectations that individuals must "keep up" or "be better" create supervisory environments where interdependence is perceived as weakness rather than strength.
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Join Free →In a world where disparities persist, I will challenge conventional notions surrounding success and stripping barriers by advocating for a paradigm shift: embracing interdependent problem-solving and the courage to seek assistance as mechanisms for transformative change. Individuals facing systemic disparities often encounter expectations to "keep up," "be equal," or "be better" than their counterparts, perpetuating a cycle of competition and division. In this discussion, I will challenge such narratives, share self-discoveries, and propose a collaborative approach where supervisors leverage the strength of asking for help and the power of collective support to amplify their strengths. Supervisors can navigate the complex challenges of their respective domains without succumbing to the pressure of predefined benchmarks that may not consider their unique circumstances by fostering an environment of mutual assistance and shared insights. Join me for a thought-provoking conversation that challenges the status quo and calls everyone to action to foster an inclusive environment where all can thrive together.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 1 | Supervision |
| COA | 0 | — |
Dr. Ellie Kazemi has devoted her career to workforce development. She merges the science of learning, advanced digital technology, and data-based decision-making with her years of experience working with leadership to promote practical, performance-based training. She has worked on several large nationwide projects (e.g., with FEMA and NASA) focusing on measuring outcomes. She currently wears multiple hats. She is a tenure-track professor at CSUN, where she founded the M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis program and where she is also the Director of AI/VXR Initiatives for the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. She is the founder and CEO of Transform VXR, creating a world where everyone can learn to have hard conversations through safe experiences and fun.
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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.