Balancing Emotions with ABA: Practical Tools for Self-Regulation | Learning BCBA CEU Credits: 3
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This course provides Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) with a comprehensive understanding of applying Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles to enhance emotional regulation.
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This course provides Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) with a comprehensive understanding of applying Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles to enhance emotional regulation. A special focus is placed on Balancing Emotions with ABA throughout every module. Participants will learn to identify triggers and maintaining variables through functional assessments, develop effective behavior intervention plans (BIPs), and teach self-regulation skills using evidence-based strategies such as reinforcement and prompting. The course emphasizes ethical considerations, data-driven decision-making, and collaboration with stakeholders to ensure successful intervention outcomes. Through case studies, role-playing, and practical tools, learners will gain the skills needed to promote emotional regulation across diverse environments and maintain long-term success. Moreover, Balancing Emotions with ABA gives participants invaluable techniques for supporting clients with varied needs.
This course goes beyond the current BCBA and BCaBA Task Lists by applying behavior-analytic principles specifically to the domain of emotional self-regulationโaddressing the systematic identification of triggers and maintaining variables, and the implementation of self-regulation strategiesโan area not explicitly represented in existing task list items. It is behavior-analytic in nature, grounded in functional behavior assessment, the development of behavior intervention plans (BIPs), the use of reinforcement and prompting strategies, and empirical, data-driven decision-making. The course is designed for certified and aspiring behavior analysts, providing practical case studies, role-play exercises, and tools to teach self-regulation ethically and effectively across diverse environments. Notably, the curriculum incorporates Balancing Emotions with ABA as an integral part of effective intervention.
This is a multi-modal course primarily focused on reading materials with minimal use of video content.
Publication Date: Feb 2025
This Learning/General course provides 3 CEU credits for BACB, QABA, and IBAO. In summary, Balancing Emotions with ABA enhances emotional regulation for both clients and practitioners.
BACB CEUs
3 Credits
IBAO CEUs
3 Credits
QABA CEUs
3 Credits
Type of Credit
Learning
Course Format
Text-Based + Activities + Minimal Video
ACE Provider
ACEย Provider Information Provider Name:ย 123 Behavior Analyst CE Provider Type:ย Organization Provider Number:ย OP-23-10561 Nextย Renewalย Date:ย 10/31/2026
Author/Speaker
Jaime Flowers, PhD is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Licensed Educational Psychologist (CA), Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (TX), and Nationally Credentialed School Psychologist with extensive experience across applied practice, research, higher education, and professional training. She has served as a university professor and program director, teaching graduate-level courses in applied behavior analysis, behavior assessment, and intervention, and has maintained authorization as a BACB ACE Provider since 2016, creating and delivering dozens of continuing education courses for behavior analysts nationwide. Dr. Flowersโ work integrates rigorous behavior-analytic principles with real-world clinical and educational applications, supported by a strong record of peer-reviewed publications, funded research, and applied service in school, clinical, and consultation settings. Her professional focus emphasizes ethical, data-driven practice and meaningful outcomes for learners across diverse needs and environments.
Published Peer-Reviewed Research or Books on the Subject
โ Yes
Author and co-author of peer-reviewed journal articles and scholarly publications in applied behavior analysis, school psychology, behavioral assessment, and intervention. Scholarly work addresses functional assessment, intervention planning, self-regulation, emotional and behavioral skill development, and data-driven treatment outcomesโproviding a research foundation directly applicable to behavior-analytic approaches to emotional regulation.
โฅ 5 Years of Practical Experience(e.g., direct service delivery, applied practice, professional engagement)
โ Yes
Over a decade of applied professional experience as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Licensed Educational Psychologist (CA), Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (TX), and Nationally Credentialed School Psychologist. Extensive direct service and consultation experience designing and implementing behavior intervention plans targeting emotional regulation, emotional responding, coping skills, and related behavioral challenges across home, school, and clinical settings using ABA-based assessment and intervention strategies.
โฅ 3 Years Teaching / Training / Mentoring Experience
โ Yes
More than 10 years of experience teaching and training graduate students, behavior analysts, and allied professionals in applied behavior analysis, behavior assessment, and intervention. University-level instruction and professional training have included teaching ABA-based approaches to emotional regulation, functional behavior assessment, ethical intervention design, and data-based decision making. Authorized BACB ACE Provider since 2016, with extensive experience developing and delivering continuing education courses focused on applied, real-world behavior-analytic practice.
Objectives
Conduct Functional Assessments โ Identify emotional triggers and maintaining variables using ABC recording and other assessment tools.
Develop Behavior Plans โ Design and implement BIPs that use reinforcement, differential reinforcement, and antecedent strategies to support self-regulation.
Teach Self-Regulation Skills โ Apply prompting, modeling, and reinforcement to help individuals develop coping strategies and self-monitoring skills.
Use Data to Guide Decisions โ Collect, graph, and analyze behavioral data to assess progress and adjust interventions effectively.
Ensure Ethical and Collaborative Practice โ Work with caregivers and educators to implement interventions consistently while adhering to ABA ethics.
Promote Generalization and Long-Term Success โ Teach skills that transfer across environments and support long-term independence in emotional regulation.
