Dr. Barbin to present a seminar on starting a Home ABA program!
Dr. Jane Barbin, Executive Director of Behavioral Directions, LLC will present an invited seminar on February 27, 2010 (1-4:30pm) at the Jewish Community Center of No Virginia (Fairfax VA) through Parents of Autistic Children-Northern Virginia Chapter (POAC-NoVA) on starting a home-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program for children with ASD. A parent presenter will join her in sharing the “nuts and bolts” of start up, needed materials, evaluating if it is working, coordinating efforts with school goals, and selecting a qualified program supervisor who adheres to best practice principles and is focused on best outcome. This seminar is sure to offer lots of practical information for parents, relatives, educators and related professionals seeking to integrate ABA strategies into home and community settings. For more information, call (703) 323-0880.
Behavioral Directions, LLC welcomes Jamie Lebowitz, M.S., BCBA to our practice!
We are pleased to annouce that Jamie Lebowitz, M.S., BCBA has joined our ranks to support our mission to provide high quality, science-based intervention for children, adults and families facing autism spectrum and behavior disorders. Ms. Lebowitz is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who comes to us from the New England Center for Children (NECC) where she trained extensively with children with autism spectrum disorders with a focus on early intervention. She earned a Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Northeastern University in Boston, MA. Welcome Ms. Lebowitz!
Behavioral Directions LLC Event at Autism Speaks Walk 2009 in National Mall
Sharing bubbles with the crowd!
- Sharing information on services and promoting best practice!
- Making a connection with Toys R Us Giraffe!
Behavioral Directions, LLC staff were on site in Washington, DC on October 31st at the 2009 Autism Speaks “Walk NOW For Autism” event on the National Mall. Staff were able to talk directly with parents and other service providers on the necessity of using evidence-based education and treatment procedures, namely Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in working with children with ASD. They enjoyed giving our goodies to Trick Or Treaters who dropped by and creating and sharing bubbles as a fun event on the National Mall.
Christine Crowell, MA, BCBA presents 11/4/09 Seminar on Handling Difficult Behaviors in Children
Christine Crowell, MA, BCBA, Consultant with Behavioral Directions, LLC will present an invited address on Handling Difficult Behaviors in Children on 11/4/09 at 12:15 p.m. at the Children’s Speech Therapy Center in Sterling, Va. She will share information on conducting Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and creating effective Behavior Intervention Programs. For more information, contact our office at (703) 855-4032.
Dr. Jane Barbin to present on Effective Behavioral Consultation on 10/09/09.
Dr. Jane Barbin is an invited speaker at the annual Autism New Jersey conference to be held on October 9, 2009 in Atlantic City, NJ. Dr. Barbin will present on “Behavioral Consultation for Individuals with ASD: Factors Related to Success.” Given the diversity of services available to the autism community, consumer protection must be a primary consideration in good practice. Behavioral Directions, LLC commits strongly to evidence-based education and interventions for the autism community, seeking to increase awareness of factors (e.g., credentialing, professionalism, advocacy, methodology, family characteristics, etc.) that impact success for families seeking outreach services. For more information on this conference see www.autismnj.org.
Behavioral Directions, LLC will participate in the Virginia Ability Alliance Summertime Festival in Chantilly, VA
Behavioral Directions, LLC will participate in the Virginia Ability Alliance (VAA) Summertime Festival held at Dulles Expo Center on July 19, 2009 in Chantilly, Va. Activities for all age groups and abilities are planned and concessions are available. We will share information on best practice in behavioral intervention to address challenging behaviors and increase important life skills. Please visit our booth for more information and we invite you to visit our blog posting.
Dr. Barbin earns BCBA-D distinction.
On 4/13/09, the Behavior Analyst Certification Board recognized Dr. Jane Barbin’s qualifications and experience in the field by giving her the distinction of Board Certified Behavior Analyst -Doctoral (BCBA-D).
This distinction was just initiated by the certification board in December 2008 to set apart those individuals who are not only certified in their field but also hold a doctoral degree. Dr. Barbin is one of the first professionals to hold this distinction in the local area. This certification is an important credential in the behavior analysis field.
Welcome to Behavioral Directions LLC
A Resource for Applied Behavior Analysis in Autism and Behavior Disorders
Behavioral Directions, LLC in Herndon, Virginia is an autism consulting firm of leading behavior analysts and psychological professionals with extensive experience serving individuals with autism spectrum disorders, challenging behavior and related developmental disabilities. We provide autism assessment and intervention services in home, school and community settings. We provide services throughout the Washington metropolitan area including Northern Virginia (Fairfax, Loudoun, Arlington, Alexandria City, and parts of Prince William counties), Maryland (Montgomery, Howard counties), and parts of Washington D.C.
We are committed to using only evidence-based procedures. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), a methodology supported by over 40 years of research and based on principles of learning is utilized. Skinner’s Analysis of Verbal Behavior, to promote communication and other skills, is emphasized in service delivery. Quality control is important to us, so we maintain small caseloads to provide the contact and intensity required to see behavior change.
