Psychology Essentials for Behavior Analysts

Lauryn M. Toby

ISBN 10: 1032844183 / ISBN 13: 9781032844183

Published by Taylor and Francis Ltd, GB, 2024

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Psychology Essentials for Behavior Analysts provides new and developing behavior analysts with important background information from the field of psychology. This information is directly applicable to the field of behavior analysis and currently lacking in traditional behavior analytic course sequences.This book can be used in training sequences for behavior analysts or for newly credentialed individuals seeking to learn new techniques and perspectives to support their practice. Its broad coverage includes child development, psychotherapeutic techniques, statistics, consultation, cultural responsiveness, trauma-informed care, and the use of standardized assessment measures. It provides readers with essential knowledge of psychological principles that can be applied to behavior analysts, leading to better care for the individuals they serve.Providing much-needed information and training in psychological principles necessary for compassionate behavior analytic care, this is an essential resource for newly credentialed behavior analysts as well as those currently in training. It will also be beneficial to veterans in the field of behavior analysis seeking professional development and continuing education.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Psychology Essentials for Behavior Analysts
• Publisher: Taylor and Francis Ltd, GB
• Publication Date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1032844183
• ISBN 13: 9781032844183
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Weight: 330 grams

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Synopsis

Psychology Essentials for Behavior Analysts provides new and developing behavior analysts with important background information from the field of psychology. This information is directly applicable to the field of behavior analysis and currently lacking in traditional behavior analytic course sequences.

This book can be used in training sequences for behavior analysts or for newly credentialed individuals seeking to learn new techniques and perspectives to support their practice. Its broad coverage includes child development, psychotherapeutic techniques, statistics, consultation, cultural responsiveness, trauma-informed care, and the use of standardized assessment measures. It provides readers with essential knowledge of psychological principles that can be applied to behavior analysts, leading to better care for the individuals they serve.

Providing much-needed information and training in psychological principles necessary for compassionate behavior analytic care, this is an essential resource for newly credentialed behavior analysts as well as those currently in training. It will also be beneficial to veterans in the field of behavior analysis seeking professional development and continuing education.

About the Author

Lauryn M. Toby is a licensed clinical psychologist and board-certified behavior analyst working in Indiana, USA. She specializes in the assessment and treatment of neurodevelopmental disorders and is passionate about improving the training of new clinicians in the field of behavior analysis.

Erica S. Ranade is a board-certified behavior analyst, nationally certified school psychologist, and licensed psychological practitioner working in Kentucky, USA. She is currently a PhD student in curriculum and instruction specializing in special education.