My Journey with The Verbal Behavior Approach
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I am astounded by the reach my books, courses, and information have made, the Verbal Behavior Approach book has now been translated into 15 languages. This provides access to millions of people around the world. This episode is from a live Zoom presentation I did for Lithuania in which I share a little bit about my background including Lucas’ diagnosis and the beginning of my career as a behavior analyst.
The Verbal Behavior Approach
Why the verbal behavior approach? Lucas was diagnosed just the day before his third birthday. I dove into accessing information and receiving ABA because I had to. I had to do my best for and help my son. But as he got older and time went on and I actually became a board certified behavior analyst, the tools I used in therapy had become outdated. I began working for the Verbal Behavior Project now, who provided a successful package of ABA based on the work of B.F. Skinner. I saw incredible progress being made with children and I knew I had to get this information out of my head and write a book for parents and professionals like some of the people I was working with first hand. Now, more than a decade later, my book is still selling better than ever as both a read for novice parents and even as a textbook for graduate level coursework.
Success Strategies for Teaching Kids with Autism
ABA is the science of changing socially significant or important behavior. Through the therapy and activities listed in both of my books the Verbal Behavior Approach and Turn Autism Around, parents and professionals will find easy to follow tools, assessments, and activities for teaching kids with autism. My goal in my work is for parents and professionals to see and know the first signs of autism. It is critical to get to work with my approaches early on, even before or without a diagnosis. For all children, the purpose behind my work is to have them as safe as possible, as independent as possible, and as happy as possible.
Mary Barbera on Turn Around Autism
My books Turn Autism Around and the Verbal Behavior Approach, as well as my online course and community are available for sale. I also offer free information on dozens of topics on my podcast, Youtube, Facebook and website. If you’re struggling with anything autism related, search my name plus the topic you’re looking for and I assure you I have some information to offer.
You’ll Learn
- What is the verbal behavior approach?
- Is there a difference between ABA and Verbal Behavior?
- Is it ever too early or late to start ABA?
- Can you really “Turn Autism Around”?
- Why did Mary Barbera get started with Verbal Behavior?
- What can you expect from Mary Barbera’s verbal behavior books, courses, and free information?
- How can you find information on autism topics you’re struggling with?
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Want to Learn how to Increase Talking & Decrease Tantrums in Children with Autism or Toddlers Showing Signs?
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