The Good Life ABA Summit 2024 Agenda

8:00 am -9:00 am | Registration and Welcome 

Activities: Check-in, distribution of materials, and Coffee Bar 


9:00 am-9:15 am | Opening Remarks 

Speaker: Themis Gomes 

Content: Overview of the day’s agenda, objectives, and housekeeping information. 


9:15 am-10:30 am | (CEU) Featured Speakers 

Round Table panel discussion with leaders in ABA 

Speakers: Lani Fritts, Kathleen Stengel, Paula Braga Kenyon, and Mark Shalvarjian 

Topics: Meeting the demand of our clients. Operational challenges of working in ABA Field. 

Objectives:  

  • Discuss strategies and the role of each team member in contributing to meta-analysis and success. 
  • Identify two key factors in leading a mission for behavior healthcare. 
  • Identify pivotal skills in the management of clinical services, specifically in rural areas. 

10:30 am-10:45 am | Break 


10:45 am – 11:45 am| (CEU) Building Quality Clinical Model 

Speakers : Paula Braga Kenyon

Objectives: 

  • Describe the process for developing clinical standards. 
  • Outline the steps to building a clinical framework for organizations providing ABA services. 
  • List indicators of quality clinical services. 

11:45 am – 1:00 pm| Lunch Break 

Activities: Attendees can enjoy lunch and engage in informal networking. 


1:00 pm -3:00 pm | (CEU) Breakout Sessions 

  • Sessions:Four sessions focusing on topics across Clinical and Administrative Practice
  • Facilitators: Experts in each specific area. 
  • Format: Interactive workshops with discussions and practical exercises. 

1. Behavior Skills Training With Kathleen

  • Interactive session on effective behavior skills training techniques

2. Empowering Parents: Enhancing Caregiving and Problem-Solving Skills

  • Teaching parents to be more effective caregivers and problem solvers

3. Measurement Matters: Mark and Lani

  • Presentation on the significance of data collection and analysis in behavioral healthcare. 

4. Effective Supervision Standards: Rural and Remote Supervision for BCBAs with Paula

  • Workshop on best practices and challenges in supervising BCBAs in rural and remote areas. 
  • Detailed discussion on the standards and guidelines for ABA supervision. 

3:00 pm -3:15 pm | Break 


3:15 pm – 4:00 pm | Closing Remarks and Next Steps and Networking 

Speaker: Themis Gomes 

Content: Summary of key takeaways, upcoming events, and opportunities for further engagement. 

Learn more about the details of the day and bios for the speakers on our event page!

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