Live from the ABA Conference in Arizona, we sit down with Adam Hahs, Chief Science Officer at Hope Bridge, to explore the future of behavior therapy and its impact on the field.
Discover how ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), innovative leadership, and cutting-edge research are building clinical resilience and transforming ABA care for both clinicians and families.
Whether you're interested in AI integration, mentorship, or leadership development, this episode offers deep insights into the strategies that are shaping the next generation of ABA practices and improving outcomes across the board.
Timestamps:
00:00 Live from the Arizona ABA Conference
00:41 Introduction to Adam Hahs, Chief Science Officer at Hope Bridge
02:41 What is ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)?
03:39 Hope Bridge Initiatives and the Fellowship Program
05:18 The most important leadership characteristics
07:27 Hope Bridge’s Fellowship Program and BCBA Exam Pass Rates
10:11 The challenges of implementation of ACT
11:26 Adam’s experience as a professor and his approach to teaching
15:23 The Bridge Program and mentorship
17:15 Future of ABA: AI integration and ethical considerations
21:52 Continuity of care challenges for children aging out of ABA services
