The Skinner Report

著者: Sara Litvak & Anna Bullard
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  • We break down everything about the ABA therapy landscape to help you understand how to provide high-quality behavioral health services. Get the lowdown on what's in the news, receive updates on legislation, and listen to industry commentary.


    Many clinicians start their own Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy organizations. ABA therapy is widely considered the gold-standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder.


    Despite making this admirable move, many practitioners find themselves confused and overwhelmed. Inexperienced owners end up knee-deep in a huge market, stuck navigating big insurance companies and other key issues. This is often caused by a lack of business acumen and understanding of specific healthcare regulations. Overcome this roadblock in the most practical way possible with The Skinner Report. 


    Hear from leading industry experts who discuss what's going on in the field. They share actionable tips on building effective therapies and running smooth-sailing organizations. Discover how to address the industry’s latest updates and solve the most common problems. Work through labor shortages, regulator complications, compliance issues, and quality measurements.


    Hosting the show are Sara Litvak and Anna Bullard.


    A Behavioral Analyst and Strategy Consultant, Sara is the CEO of Behavioral Health Center of Excellence® (BHCOE®). This international accrediting body has evaluated over 500 organizations from all 50 states. As a team, their work impacts over 50,000 individuals with autism and 20,000 of their clinicians. Sara is also the co-founder of Autism Investor Summit. Her background in the behavioral health industry includes clinical research, case management, private equity, and landscape analysis. Sara brings her vast knowledge and expertise in the ABA field to the podcast’s informative discussions. She's here to take your practice to the next level.


    Co-host Anna is consistently recognized for her unparalleled work with autism. For over ten years, she has developed policies and advocates at state and federal levels. Anna’s perseverance and dedication in her profession lead to passing legislation that provided autism therapy access in Georgia. She named this law after her daughter, Ava. As BHCOE®’s Vice President for Government Relations, Anna serves as the podcast’s resident expert in legislation. She sheds light on how these vital aspects play out in the ABA world. Anna shares what can and should be done to provide excellent therapy to all who need it.


    Be the beacon of hope in pushing workplaces to embrace more inclusive and comfortable cultures. With a trustworthy and reliable ABA practice, you set high standards in this industry. You can provide everyone an equal chance to work in an environment where they excel, grow, and succeed. People with autism can see their condition as a unique advantage instead of a depressing state.


    Join Sara and Anna in this exciting and meaningful journey by listening to The Skinner Report. Every discussion and conversation aims to make the ABA world a safer place. You are one step closer to building your own high-quality, dependable practice. Visit https://bhcoe.org/ for more details.

    Copyright 2023 BHCOE Holdings, Inc. | All Rights Reserved | bhcoe.org
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We break down everything about the ABA therapy landscape to help you understand how to provide high-quality behavioral health services. Get the lowdown on what's in the news, receive updates on legislation, and listen to industry commentary.


Many clinicians start their own Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy organizations. ABA therapy is widely considered the gold-standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder.


Despite making this admirable move, many practitioners find themselves confused and overwhelmed. Inexperienced owners end up knee-deep in a huge market, stuck navigating big insurance companies and other key issues. This is often caused by a lack of business acumen and understanding of specific healthcare regulations. Overcome this roadblock in the most practical way possible with The Skinner Report. 


Hear from leading industry experts who discuss what's going on in the field. They share actionable tips on building effective therapies and running smooth-sailing organizations. Discover how to address the industry’s latest updates and solve the most common problems. Work through labor shortages, regulator complications, compliance issues, and quality measurements.


Hosting the show are Sara Litvak and Anna Bullard.


A Behavioral Analyst and Strategy Consultant, Sara is the CEO of Behavioral Health Center of Excellence® (BHCOE®). This international accrediting body has evaluated over 500 organizations from all 50 states. As a team, their work impacts over 50,000 individuals with autism and 20,000 of their clinicians. Sara is also the co-founder of Autism Investor Summit. Her background in the behavioral health industry includes clinical research, case management, private equity, and landscape analysis. Sara brings her vast knowledge and expertise in the ABA field to the podcast’s informative discussions. She's here to take your practice to the next level.


Co-host Anna is consistently recognized for her unparalleled work with autism. For over ten years, she has developed policies and advocates at state and federal levels. Anna’s perseverance and dedication in her profession lead to passing legislation that provided autism therapy access in Georgia. She named this law after her daughter, Ava. As BHCOE®’s Vice President for Government Relations, Anna serves as the podcast’s resident expert in legislation. She sheds light on how these vital aspects play out in the ABA world. Anna shares what can and should be done to provide excellent therapy to all who need it.


Be the beacon of hope in pushing workplaces to embrace more inclusive and comfortable cultures. With a trustworthy and reliable ABA practice, you set high standards in this industry. You can provide everyone an equal chance to work in an environment where they excel, grow, and succeed. People with autism can see their condition as a unique advantage instead of a depressing state.


Join Sara and Anna in this exciting and meaningful journey by listening to The Skinner Report. Every discussion and conversation aims to make the ABA world a safer place. You are one step closer to building your own high-quality, dependable practice. Visit https://bhcoe.org/ for more details.

Copyright 2023 BHCOE Holdings, Inc. | All Rights Reserved | bhcoe.org
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  • Applied Behavior Analysis And Autism: Diving Deep Into How Is ABA Perceived
    2023/09/27

    There are tensions in the community towards seeing the applicability of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). In this episode, we explore the nuances of ABA in the field of autism from various perspectives. We sat down with autism parent and BCBA, Yev Veverka from the University of Washington, to discuss her view on ABA and the impression it leaves to people on the spectrum and their families. In particular, she shares the article she published in Spectrum News titled, “Applied Behavior Analysis and Autism: Flawed Application of a Proven Science.” Yev dives deep into ABA reform, the challenges faced by families seeking ABA services, and the need for more individualized and accessible approaches. Plus, we also speak with Netflix's Love on the Spectrum star Dani Bowman to hear about her journey to love and her perspective of ABA from the voice of someone living with autism. Both conversations are meant to provide perspective for those who care about the autistic community and the science of ABA. Join us as we learn more about ABA and its future in the autism space.

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    42 分
  • Behind CARD’s Chapter 11 Filing: What Do We Know So Far?
    2023/07/10

    The Center for Autism and Related Disorders has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protections and entered into a stalking horse bid agreement with a group led by its founder and ex-CEO Doreen Granpeesheh. The news comes after months of rumors regarding CARD’s status. In this episode, Sara Litvak and Anna Bullard interview Dexter Braff of The Braff Group to find out what he knows about the bankruptcy filing and what it means for the marketplace. Find out as well their thoughts on the current challenges faced by the healthcare industry, what bankruptcy in the space looks like, and where demand for autism services currently stands. All of these, plus lessons we can all learn on high-leveraged debt in this enlightening conversation.

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    48 分
  • The Legalities & Ethics Of Layoffs In ABA
    2022/08/18

    What are the implications of clinician layoffs in ABA from an ethical, clinical, and continuity of care perspective? In this episode, Sara Litvak and Anna Bullard sit with employment legal expert and attorney, Jackie, who has asked for her identity to remain anonymous. She currently is Senior Counsel at a Fortune 100 company and counsels employers on employment-related issues and defends employment-related litigation. We also hear from Jon Krieger, an investment banker from Calex Partners, about the dynamics within the autism therapy landscape that may be attributed to the recent layoffs. Hosts Sara and Anna also discuss their thoughts on the matter. Tune in to learn more!

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    56 分

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