A holistic and mindful approach to applied behavior
I started BreathBodyBehavior to provide compassionate, supportive treatment, coaching and mentoring to educational environments, teachers, caretakers and children.
I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) specializing in Naturalistic Development Behavioral Interventions (NDBI), specifically Pivotal Response Therapy (PRT). Developed by Drs Bob and Lynn Koegel out of Santa Barbara, California PRT emphasizes the teaching of behavioral cusps, or pivotal behaviors, and by it's design is entirely child-led.
Pivotal Response Therapy (PRT) is NOT the same as Discrete Trial Training (DTT), which is predominantly what is offered in the DFW Metroplex. Pivotal Response Therapy (PRT) and Naturalistic Development Behavioral Interventions (NDBI) can be offered as a comprehensive treatment or focused treatment.
I worked directly with Drs Bob and Lynn Koegel, the creators of Pivotal Response Therapy (PRT) and have been in the field for 16 years (serving as a clinician, supervisor, public educator, program director, clinic coordinator), credentialed as a BCBA since 2016.
I am currently taking new clients.
I further specialize in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) - a contextual behavior science approach rooted in mindfulness that I find most beneficial in parent and educator training as well as with students ages 7+.
I am neurodivergent affirming.
I'd love to connect and learn more about your journey.
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True behavior change must be addressed holistically; no longer dealing with only what shows up on the surface for kids and students, but rather understanding and addressing the under currents. Simply put, 'behaviors' are stress responses and teaching acknowledgement, understanding and replacement skills using mindfulness and yoga is my speciality.
Behavior changes behavior and I'd love to be a support on your journey to learn more.
Services
Individualized sessions for children, families and caregivers – encompassing naturalistic behavior analysis, expressive and receptive language acquisition and generalization, assessments, Acceptive and Commitment Therapy (ACT), executive functioning, social skills, yoga and mindfulness – and much, much more!
Professional Development, Curriculum Authoring, Social Facilitation, Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP), Program Review, Contract-BCBA services
For those pursuing board certification or registered behavior technician training
For businesses needing a path forward; utilizing research validated systems and processes to promote growth and development
Individual and group sessions
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a session look like?
The short answer is whatever you like!
My career requires versatility. It is not stringent and robotic. I have been lucky enough to create learning opportunities in any situation, from Disney themed sessions in backyard pools to in Fine Art classes and even utilizing Minecraft. Creating changes in behaviors should be enjoyable, collaborative and respectful to the child. I’m not here to just change your child’s behavior. I’m here to partner with you to learn more about your child and your own behavior.