Trauma and Mental Health

Today on Behaviour Speak, Ben sits down with Dr. Ammara Khalid for a powerful conversation on the intergenerational impact of the 1947 Partition of South Asia.
Together, they explore one of the largest mass migrations in human history and the trauma, displacement, silence, and resilience that continue to shape generations across the South Asian diaspora.
Drawing from her clinical work, research, and her own family’s migration story, Dr. Khalid discusses how trauma is passed through families not only through stories, but also through silence, survival patterns, cultural expectations, and the body itself.
Ben and Dr. Khalid discuss:
The historical and psychological impact of the Partition of India and Pakistan
Intergenerational trauma and inherited survival responses
Silence, stigma, and emotional suppression in South Asian families
Decolonizing mental health practices
The role of curiosity, compassion, storytelling, and community in healing
Cultural approaches to therapy, music, movement, spirituality, and collective care
Racism, migration, identity, and belonging in the diaspora
Dr. Khalid’s upcoming book: The South Asian Guide to Healing: Breaking the Cycle of Trauma
This episode is an important conversation about memory, migration, resilience, and healing — and about learning how to honour our histories without being trapped by them.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-Hp9ZPVZY9Q
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Resources
 The Partition Museum - https://www.partitionmuseum.org/1947 Archive Project - https://www.1947archive.org/Jessica Kingsley Publishers - https://www.jkp.com/Dr. Ammara Khalid's Website - https://riapsychologicalservices.com/Follow Dr. Ammara Khalid on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drammarakhalid/
 
 

In this powerful episode of Behaviour Speak, Ben sits down with Oliver Roschke and John Wooderson of Constructional Solutions to explore how the constructional approach can transform positive behaviour support.
Together, they unpack how many PBS systems—particularly within highly regulated environments—have drifted toward risk management, compliance, and behaviour reduction, often losing sight of the original aim: improving quality of life.
Oliver and John challenge the field to move away from a pathological orientation focused on “problem behaviours” and instead ask a much more human question:
What does this person want their life to look like?
The conversation explores:
The origins of PBS and its evolution in Australia
The influence of Israel Goldiamond, Tom Gilbert, Ted Carr, and Risley
Why restrictive practices can become systemically reinforced
How “problem behaviour” may be the most efficient path to valued outcomes
The power of dual social contracts with both participants and staff
Case examples involving school trauma, dementia care, social isolation, and highly restrictive environments
What practitioners can do tomorrow to start moving from a pathological to a constructional approach to PBS
This episode is both a critique and an invitation: to build systems, services, and supports that center autonomy, meaningful outcomes, and human dignity.
Key takeaway:Don’t start with what needs to stop. Start with where the person wants to go.
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Contact Oliver and John:
Constructional Solutions
https://constructionalsolutions.com.au/
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliver-roschke-5ba05074/
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Articles and Books Referenced:
Wooderson, J. R., Roschke, O., Fox, R. A., & Hayward, B. A. (2026). Moving from a pathological to a constructional approach to positive behaviour support in Australian disability services. Research and Practice in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, 1–17. https://doi.org/10.1080/23297018.2026.2644354
Carr, E. G., Dunlap, G., Horner, R. H., Koegel, R. L., Turnbull, A. P., Sailor, W., ... & Fox, L. (2002). Positive behavior support: Evolution of an applied science. Journal of positive behavior interventions, 4(1), 4-16. https://doi.org/10.1177/109830070200400102
Donnellan, A. M., LaVigna, G. W., Negri-Shoultz, N., & Fassbender, L. L. (1988). Progress without punishment: Effective approaches for learners with behavior problems. Teachers College Press.
Goldiamond, Israel (1974). Toward a Constructional Approach to Social Problems. Behavior and Philosophy 2 (1):1.
 
Special Series on The Constructional Approach
This episode is the fourth installment in our ongoing series on the constructional approaches in behaviour analysis. I encourage you to check out the first three episodes. If you are new to this topic, Episode 250 is a great place to start 
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-250-the-constructional-approach-a-primer-with-awab-abdel-jalil/
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-252-applications-of-the-constructional-approach-with-dr-madhura-deshpande/
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-257-a-compassionate-approach-to-exposure-therapy-with-danielle-cohen/
Episodes on Positive Behaviour Support
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-23-person-driven-positive-behaviour-support-for-traumatic-brain-injury-with-dr-kate-gould-dpsych/
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-43-family-centred-positive-behaviour-support-with-dr-joseph-lucyshyn-phd-bcba-d-part-1/
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-44-family-centred-positive-behaviour-support-with-dr-joseph-lucyshyn-phd-bcba-d-part-2/
 

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Ben sits down with Dr. Setareh (Star) Moslemi, an Iranian behaviour analyst whose journey into the field of ABA was shaped by displacement, loss, and a profound sense of responsibility. Growing up in Iran as a member of the Baháʼí Faith, Star experienced systemic barriers to education and opportunity. At 16, her family made the difficult decision to leave Iran in search of a future where she and her siblings could access education. Shortly after arriving in Turkey, her father—who had risked everything to make that journey possible—passed away. That experience became a defining moment. In this conversation, Star reflects on how her father’s sacrifice, her identity, and her lived experience shaped her path into behaviour analysis—and her ongoing mission to expand autism support for Farsi-speaking families, many of whom face significant barriers to accessing services.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/zv8EL4imMjg
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Contact Star:
Website:
https://www.behaviortalkwithstar.com/
Faculty Page at University of North Texas
https://pahs.unt.edu/behv/bao/faculty-staff.html
Danaa School on IG
https://www.instagram.com/school.danaa/
ABA Talk With Star Podcast (ای بی ای تاک با ستاره)
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Socials
https://www.instagram.com/dr.setareh.moslemi/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/setareh-dehghani-moslemi-phd-bcba-d-b1b904327/
 
Two other episodes, which I think you might find really interesting, would be:
Episode 239: Supporting Refugee and Migrant Students Amid Climate and War-Induced Displacement with Dr. Diana Diaków 
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-239-supporting-refugee-and-migrant-students-amid-climate-and-war-induced-displacement-with-dr-diana-diakow/
Episode 240: Voices From Gaza:  Understanding War Trauma with Dr. Iman Farajallah
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-240-voices-from-gaza-understanding-war-trauma-with-dr-iman-farajallah/
 
 

In this episode of Behaviour Speak, Ben sits down with Dr. Monica Gilbert to unpack what’s often missing in behaviour analysis: true engagement. While clinicians are trained in evidence-based interventions, many still struggle with caregiver buy-in, staff engagement, and sustained change. Dr. Gilbert argues the issue isn’t the science—it’s the conversation. Drawing from her work in clinical psychology and behaviour analysis, she introduces motivational interviewing (MI) as more than a technique—it’s a way of being. From understanding ambivalence to aligning with a client’s stage of change, this conversation challenges the compliance mindset and replaces it with collaboration, autonomy, and meaningful partnership. If you’ve ever felt like your interventions “should work” but aren’t landing—this episode is your missing piece.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Tqu1-iFtMws
This episode is presented by our founding academic partner, the Doctor of Education in the field of Applied Behaviour Analysis program at Western University’s Faculty of Education. 
Program Information: https://www.edu.uwo.ca/graduate-education/edd/applied-behaviour-analysis.html
How to apply: https://www.edu.uwo.ca/graduate-education/apply.html
Program brochure: https://www.edu.uwo.ca/graduate-education/edd/foe120_edd_aba_r1.png
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Contact Dr. Gilbert
https://drmonicagilbert.com/
Crystal Minds Psychological Services
https://cmpstherapy.com/owner-profile
 
Links:
MI For Change Podcast
https://open.spotify.com/show/1RFSGrj1w5MPjTQpEN4Vi5?si=159a5e5e7c8b4855'
How to Stop Talking and Start Communicating with Motivational Interviewing: Building Effective Partnerships with Caregivers: A Practical Guide for Behavior Therapists By Dr. Monica Gilbert
https://a.co/d/0h6wOGcn
MINT:
https://motivationalinterviewing.org/
 
Article on The Transtheoretical Model: 
Prochaska, J. O., & Velicer, W. F. (1997). The transtheoretical model of health behavior change. American journal of health promotion : AJHP, 12(1), 38–48. https://doi.org/10.4278/0890-1171-12.1.38
For more conversations on approaches towards buy-in and collaboration check out these two episodes:
Episode 71: The Magic Of The ACT Matrix
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-71-the-magic-of-the-act-matrix-with-mary-penrice-edmondson-ms-bcba-tina-long-med-bcba-and-monica-peters-mads-bcba/
Episode 20:  Consulting in Group Homes Using ACT
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-20-consulting-in-group-homes-using-act-with-monica-peters-mads-bcba/
 
 

In this episode, Ben sits down with Danielle Cohen to explore Constructional Exposure Therapy (CET)—an emerging, compassionate approach grounded in the constructional framework of behaviour analysis. Rather than focusing on eliminating fear or escape behaviour, CET identifies the behaviour the person needs to access meaningful outcomes—and systematically teaches it in a way that maintains choice, assent, and low distress throughout. Danielle shares how this approach: - Reframes reinforcement through the lens of critical consequences - Uses shaping with negative reinforcement in a practical, ethical way - Prioritizes multiple pathways to success (and genuine assent) - Allows learners to opt out—without stopping progress Through powerful case examples—including supporting a learner through a blood draw and teaching independent nail clipping in under an hour—this episode highlights what’s possible when we truly align effectiveness with compassion.
 
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jjk7LrWWM1Y
This episode is presented by our founding academic partner, the Doctor of Education in the field of Applied Behaviour Analysis program at Western University’s Faculty of Education. 
Program Information: https://www.edu.uwo.ca/graduate-education/edd/applied-behaviour-analysis.html
How to apply: https://www.edu.uwo.ca/graduate-education/apply.html
Program brochure: https://www.edu.uwo.ca/graduate-education/edd/foe120_edd_aba_r1.png
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Danielle on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-cohen-bcba-0a247a213/
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Article on CET: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Awab-Abdel-Jalil-2/publication/373767631_TOWARD_A_CONSTRUCTIONAL_EXPOSURE_THERAPY/links/64fb1cd510813375f267dc4e/TOWARD-A-CONSTRUCTIONAL-EXPOSURE-THERAPY.pdf
Exposure therapy literature review: Abdel‐Jalil, A., Baldwin, J. N., & Leaf, J. B. (2024). Exposure‐based treatments for fear and reactivity to medical procedures: A systematic review of the literature with implications for research and practice. Behavioral Interventions, 39(3), e2010.
Concept analysis on assent: Linnehan, A.M., Abdel-Jalil, A., Klick, S. et al. Foundations of Preemptive Compassion: A Behavioral Concept Analysis of Compulsion, Consent, and Assent. Behav Analysis Practice (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-023-00890-1
Another paper on compassion and assent: https://www.maracalearning.com/assets/can-there-be-compassion-without-assent_-a-nonlinear-constructional-approach.pdf
To learn more about the constructional approach, check out the first two episodes in our seriesEpisode 250: The Constructional Approach: A Primer with Awab Abdel-Jalil
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-250-the-constructional-approach-a-primer-with-awab-abdel-jalil/
Episode 252: Applications of the constructional approach with Madhura Deshpande
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-252-applications-of-the-constructional-approach-with-dr-madhura-deshpande/
 
 

In this conversation, Dr. Iman Farajallah shares her profound experiences and insights as a psychologist working with trauma, particularly in war zones like Gaza. She discusses her personal background, the impact of war trauma on children, and her efforts to give a voice to those affected. The conversation also touches on the challenges of mental health support in Gaza and the concept of complex continuous trauma, highlighting the ongoing struggles faced by the Palestinian population. This conversation delves into the profound and complex trauma experienced by the population of Gaza, particularly focusing on the impact on children. The discussion highlights the continuous nature of trauma, the intergenerational effects, and the parallels with other marginalized communities. Dr. Farajallah shares insights from her work training first responders and supporting refugees, as well as her personal journey of healing through spirituality.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-yxX3XhmWYU
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https://www.youtube.com/@dr.imanfarajallah3658
 
Links: 
My Life Is a War: Voices of Traumatized Palestinian Children under Israeli Occupation
https://www.amazon.ca/Life-War-Traumatized-Palestinian-Occupation/dp/B0D378QVCX
Gaza's Children: Innocence Lost - 8 min video with some of the interviews by Dr. Farajallah with children in Gaza 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4T5NxztIfw&t=1s
The Invisible Wounds of Palestinian Children
https://www.psychiatrictimes.com/view/the-invisible-wounds-of-palestinian-children
Interview on Al Jazeera
https://www.aljazeera.com/video/the-stream/2024/1/9/how-does-the-war-on-gaza-affect-mental-health-of-palestinian-children
Interview on CBC 
https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/audio/1.7053750
Articles by Dr. Farajallah
Farajallah I. Health and mental health services in Gaza: A system under siege. Anatolian Clin. 2024;29(Special Issue on Gaza):22-3. 
Farajallah, Iman. Continuous Traumatic Stress in Palestine: The Psychological Effects of the Occupation and Chronic Warfare on Palestinian Children. World Social Psychiatry 4(2):p 112-120, May–Aug 2022. | DOI: 10.4103/wsp.wsp_26_22 
Farajallah I. Behind the Rubble: Psychological trauma of wars and human rights abuses on women and children in Gaza. Anatolian Clin. 2024;29(Special Issue on Gaza):119-36. 
Farajallah, I. (2018). Children of War: Psychological Impacts of War and Postwar Trauma on the Palestinian Children in the Gaza Strip (Doctoral dissertation, Sofia University).
Related Behaviour Speak Episodes
Episode 232: Behaviour Analysis in Sudan with Salma Abdelrahmanabdalla
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-232-behaviour-analysis-in-sudan-with-salma-abdelrahmanabdalla-med-iba-qba/
Episode 197: Understanding Moral Injury with Dr. C. Richard Spates
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-197-understanding-moral-injury-with-dr-c-richard-spates/
Episode 191: Behaviour Analysis in Belarus with Анна Калиновская, M.A., BCBA, IBA (Hanna Kalinouskaya)
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/behaviouranalysis-in-belaruswith-hannakalinouskaya-bcba-iba/
Episode 184 Behaviour Analysis in Ukraine with Alla Moskalets
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-184-behavior-analysis-in-ukraine-with-alla-moskalets/
Episode 176: Religion, Spirituality, and Mental Health with Dr. Janice Parker
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-176-religion-spirituality-and-mental-health/
Episode 139: Threads of Hope: Addressing Trauma Amid War and Civil Discord with Sawsan Razzouk, M.A., BCBA
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-139threads-of-hope-addressing-trauma-amid-war-and-civil-discord-with-sawsan-razzouk-ma-bcba/
Episodes 31 and 32: Special Series on Supporting Refugees from Ukraine Episode 1 and 2 
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-31specialseries-onsupporting-refugeesfromukraine-episode-1coordinating-supports-forrefugee-families-ofchildrenwithdisabilities-with-sophie/
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-32specialseries-onsupporting-refugeesfromukraine-episode-2tipson-providing-directsupport-toukrainianrefugee-families-with-autistic-children/

We’re back with Episode 2 in our Special Series on The Constructional Approach. In this conversation, Madhura Deshpande discusses various aspects of behavioural analysis, focusing on the transition of clients to adult settings, the effectiveness of constructional approaches in medical procedures, and the importance of active participation in achieving rapid results. She emphasizes the need for proper staff training, ethical collaboration in behavioural pharmacology, and the significance of recognizing and building on existing repertoires to improve client outcomes. The discussion also touches on the development of an app to track medication effects and the challenges faced in staff turnover within the field.
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LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/madhuraaba/
Proactive Behaviour Analysts :
https://www.pactba.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/pactba/
https://www.instagram.com/proactiveba/
Links:
The Constructional Approach Website
https://theconstructionalapproach.com/
The Constructional Approach Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/700952357829957
The Institute for Applied Behavior Science at Endicott College
https://www.endicott.edu/academics/schools/institute-for-applied-behavioral-science
Special Series On The Constructional Approach on Behaviour Speak
Episode 250: The Constructional Approach:  A Primer with Awab Abdel-Jalil
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-250-the-constructional-approach-a-primer-with-awab-abdel-jalil/
 
Articles and Books Discussed
Deshpande, M., Cauchi, J. & Gerhardt, P. The SAFER Tool: Promoting Independence and Safety in Sexual Education for Individuals with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities. Sex Disabil 43, 32 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11195-025-09909-7
Deshpande, M., Weil, L., Renshaw, E., Duyile, L., & Cox, D. J. (in review). Bridging behavioural pharmacology and behaviour analysis: A guide to developing practical medication data collection tools for practitioners. Behavior Analysis in Practice.

In this conversation, Awab Abdel-Jalil discusses the evolution and significance of the constructional approach in behavior analysis. Awab Abdel-Jalil is the Associate Vice President of Applied Research at Upstate Caring Partners in Utica, NY, and a doctoral candidate at Endicott College under the mentorship of Dr. Joe Layng. He emphasizes the importance of understanding historical context, the role of ascent in learning, and the scrutiny faced by ABA, which can lead to positive changes. Awab shares his personal journey into the field, the influence of mentorship, and the legacy of Israel Gold Diamond. He also addresses common misunderstandings of nonlinear contingency analysis and highlights the growing resources available for practitioners. The conversation concludes with insights into future directions in constructional therapy and the importance of harnessing negative reinforcers in practice.
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BACB: 1.5 LearningIBAO:  1.5 ABA TopicsQABA: 1.5 GeneralCBA/CPD:    1.5 Learning  
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LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/awab-abdel-jalil-64541a196/
Upstate Caring Partners:
https://www.upstatecp.org/
The Institute for Applied Behavior Science at Endicott College
https://www.endicott.edu/academics/schools/institute-for-applied-behavioral-science
 
Links:
The Constructional Approach Website
https://theconstructionalapproach.com/
The Constructional Approach Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/700952357829957
Claire St. Peter on The Behavioral Observations Podcast
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5NLz4wfAT9paQfzvut11K1
Articles and Books Discussed
Abdel-Jalil, A., Linnehan, A. M., Yeich, R., Hetzel, K., Amey, J., & Klick, S. (2023). Can there be compassion without assent? A nonlinear constructional approach. Behavior Analysis in Practice, 1-12. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-023-00850-9
 Goldiamond, I. (2002). Toward a constructional approach to social problems: Ethical and constitutional issues raised by Applied Behavior Analysis. Behavior and Social Issues, 11(2), 108-197. https://doi.org/10.5210/bsi.v11i2.92 (Original work published in 1974).
Goldiamond, I. (1984). Training parents and ethicists in nonlinear behavior analysis. In R. F. Dangel & R. A. Polster (Eds.), Parent training: Foundations of research and practice (pp. 504–546). Guilford.  
Layng, T. V. J., & Abdel-Jalil, A. (2022). Toward a constructional exposure therapy. Advances in Cognitive Therapy, Fall, 8–11. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/373767631_TOWARD_A_CONSTRUCTIONAL_EXPOSURE_THERAPY
Layng, T. V. J., Andronis, P. T., Codd III, R. T., & Abdel-Jalil, A. (2022). Nonlinear contingency analysis: Going beyond cognition and behavior in clinical practice. Routledge. 
Liden, T. A., & Rosales-Ruiz, J. (2024a). Constructional parent coaching: A collaborative approach to improve the lives of parents of children with autism. Behavior Analysis in Practice. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-024-00944-y
Linnehan, A. M., Abdel-Jalil, A., Klick, S., Amey, J., Yeich, R., & Hetzel, K. (2023). Foundations of preemptive compassion: A behavioral concept analysis of compulsion, consent, and assent. Behavior Analysis in Practice. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-023-00890-1 
Scallan, C. M., & Rosales-Ruiz, J. (2023). The constructional approach: A compassionate approach to behavior change. Behavior Analysis in Practice. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-023-00811-2  
Wilder, D. A., Ingram, G., & Hodges, A. C. (2021). Evaluation of shoe inserts to reduce toe walking in young children with autism. Behavioral Interventions, 37(3), 754–765. https://doi.org/10.1002/bin.1860
 
Books coming this summer: Nonlinear Contingency Analysis: Going Beyond Cognition and Behavior in Clinical Practice. Second Edition. Layng, T. V. J., Andronis, P. T., Codd III, R. T., & Abdel-Jalil, A.
Applications in Nonlinear Contingency Analysis. Abdel-Jalil, A., & Linnehan, A. (Editors)
 

In this conversation, Kent Corso, a licensed clinical psychologist and board-certified behaviour analyst, discusses the critical issue of suicide prevention. He emphasizes the importance of organizational behaviour management and the role of behaviour analysts in addressing suicidal behaviours. The conversation explores the PROSPER model for proactive suicide prevention, the significance of cultural context, and the need for community involvement and training for first responders. Misconceptions about suicide and mental health are also addressed, highlighting the necessity for a more nuanced understanding of these issues.
 
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BACB: 1.5 LearningIBAO:  1.5 ABA TopicsQABA: 1.5  GeneralCBA:    1.5  Learning  
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Dr. Kent Corso
https://ncrbehavioralhealth.com/about
PROSPER  (Click this link to find the next training!)_
https://www.prospertogether.net/
 
Related Behaviour Speak Episodes
Episode 105: Suicide Prevention with Autistic Individuals with Lauren Pagliara and Susan Tirella
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-105-suicide-prevention-with-autistic-individuals/
 

In this conversation, Dr. Jonathan Mathias Lassiter discusses his book 'How I Know White People Are Crazy and Other Stories,' exploring themes of the whiteness mindset, intergenerational trauma, and the need for culturally grounded mental health practices. He emphasizes the importance of love as a form of resistance and advocates for a Black-centered psychology that prioritizes collective self-knowledge and healing. The discussion also highlights the challenges faced by Black psychologists and the need for systemic change in mental health training and practices.
Check it out on:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5fvAMuJOZZw9k925d5f5zf?si=_kurq1aSSHyA67IVOFxQqg
YouTube: https://youtu.be/CoxsdfpdBQA
 
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Contact:
Jonathan Mathias Lassiter, PhD.
Personal Website
Book: How I Know White People Are Crazy and Other Stories
Twitter:@lassiterhealth
Instagram: @lassiterhealth
Links:
Dr. Joy Degruy - Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome
https://www.joydegruy.com/
Related Behaviour Speak Episodes
Episode 178: African-Centred Psychology with Dr. Jonathan Mathias Lassiter
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Take a deep dive into the history of Black Psychology in Episode 98 with Dr. Evan Auguste
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In this conversation, Dr. Iman Farajallah shares her profound experiences and insights as a psychologist working with trauma, particularly in war zones like Gaza. She discusses her personal background, the impact of war trauma on children, and her efforts to give a voice to those affected. The conversation also touches on the challenges of mental health support in Gaza and the concept of complex continuous trauma, highlighting the ongoing struggles faced by the Palestinian population. This conversation delves into the profound and complex trauma experienced by the population of Gaza, particularly focusing on the impact on children. The discussion highlights the continuous nature of trauma, the intergenerational effects, and the parallels with other marginalized communities. Dr. Farajallah shares insights from her work training first responders and supporting refugees, as well as her personal journey of healing through spirituality.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-ZcfFTPEuro
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My Life Is a War: Voices of Traumatized Palestinian Children under Israeli Occupation
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Articles Mentioned:
Farajallah, I. (2022). Continuous traumatic stress in Palestine: The psychological effects of the occupation and chronic warfare on Palestinian children. World Social Psychiatry, 4(2), 112-120.
Farajallah, I., & Farajallah, H. (2024). Challenges in access to safe drinking water and its impact on maternal and child health in Gaza. Anatolian Clinic the Journal of Medical Sciences, 29(Special Issue on Gaza), 52-65.
Farajallah, I. (2024). Behind the Rubble: Psychological trauma of wars and human rights abuses on women and children in Gaza. Anatolian Clinic the Journal of Medical Sciences, 29(Special Issue on Gaza), 119-136.
Farajallah, I. (2018). Children of War: Psychological Impacts of War and Postwar Trauma on the Palestinian Children in the Gaza Strip (Doctoral dissertation, Sofia University).
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In this conversation, Dr. Gabriella Barrientos discusses her extensive experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and her advocacy for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, with a particular focus on transgender youth. She shares insights on the intersection of autism and gender identity, the challenges faced by parents, and the importance of early intervention. Dr. Barrientos highlights the importance of training behavior analysts to understand better and support transgender youth, and the necessity of creating a more inclusive environment within the field of ABA.
 
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Watch the video of this conversation here! https://youtu.be/wEKr-GL1yOw
 
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In this conversation, Dr. Rindee Ashcraft shares her insights on the treatment of OCD and anxiety, emphasizing the effectiveness of exposure and response prevention (ERP) as a primary treatment modality. She discusses the importance of understanding OCD symptoms, the role of genetics, and the need for proper training for therapists. Dr. Ashcraft highlights the significance of community support and the impact of accommodating behaviors on OCD symptoms, while also exploring the various presentations of OCD and the connection to body-focused repetitive behaviors. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the future of OCD treatment and the importance of building a supportive community.
 
Watch the video of this conversation here! https://youtu.be/WAk-ip10YH8
 
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https://polarisfamilybehavioralhealth.com/
Links:
Maria Bamford's Keynote Address at the 2020 Online OCD Conference
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCFRHr0APOo
 
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In this conversation, Julie Smith-Yliniemi shares her journey as an Indigenous educator and health professional. She discusses her background from the White Earth Nation, the significance of her traditional name, and the impact of growing up on the reservation. Julie emphasizes the importance of cultural identity, community support, and language revitalization in her work. She reflects on her path to behavioral health and academia, highlighting the challenges and transformative experiences that shaped her commitment to her community and the Indigenous health field
Watch the video of this conversation here! https://youtu.be/HqzGUwDLsto
 
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University of North Dakota
https://campus.und.edu/directory/julie.smithyliniemi
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White Earth Nation
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Johnson O’Malley Act
https://www.bie.edu/landing-page/johnson-omalley
Sam Rock, Ojibwe teacher
https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/2155832/samuel-j-rock
Healing Our Spirit Worldwide 
https://www.fnha.ca/about/news-and-events/news/healing-our-spirit-worldwide-concludes-international-event
https://www.facebook.com/IICHOSW
World Indigenous Suicide Prevention Conference
https://www.facebook.com/WISPC2024/
National Board For Certified Counselors 
https://nbcc.org/
Two Eyed Seeing
https://www.2eyedseeing.ca/
University of North Dakota Indigenous Trauma and Resilience Research Center
https://med.und.edu/research/itrrc/itrrc.html
Dr.Nicole Redvers
https://www.schulich.uwo.ca/epibio/people/faculty/core_appointees/dr_nicole_redvers.html
Dr. Brynn Luger
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Dr. Mel Nadeau
https://campus.und.edu/directory/melanie.nadeau
Dr. Shawnda Schroeder
https://campus.und.edu/directory/shawnda.schroeder
 
Articles Referenced:
Malott, K. M., Smith-Yliniemi, J., Ali, L., & Darazsdi, Z. (2025). Decolonizing Adolescent Interventions: From Marginalization to Liberation. Journal of Child and Adolescent Counselling, 1–24. https://doi.org/10.1080/23727810.2025.2517521
Smith-Yliniemi, J., Malott, K. M., Riegert, J., & Branco, S. F. (2024). Utilizing Collective Wisdom: Ceremony-Assisted Treatment for Native and Non-Native Clients. Professional Counselor, 13(4), 448-461.https://tpcjournal.nbcc.org/utilizing-collective-wisdom-ceremony-assisted-treatment-for-native-and-non-native-clients/
 
 
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Episode 152 Counselling In Native American Communities with Dr. Courtney Copeland and Dr. Katy Leigh-Osroosh
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Episode 147 Culturally Responsive Care in Indigenous Communities with Dr. Jaxcy Turietta
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Episode 130 Exploring Indigenous Identity in Behavior Analysis with Jordyn Burleson
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Episode 112 The National Native Children’s Trauma Center with Dr. Maegan Rides At The Door
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Episode 107 Indigenous School Psychology with Dr. Lisa Aguilar, Bryanna Kinilicheene, and Wamuga-Win (Kiva Sam)
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In this conversation, Dr. Han Goh shares his extensive journey in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), detailing his experiences under the mentorship of Dr. Brian Iwata and his transition from academia to private practice. He discusses the evolution of ABA, particularly concerning insurance reform and its implications for service delivery. Han emphasizes the importance of training foster parents using behavioral techniques to improve outcomes for children in foster care, highlighting the significance of family unity and collaboration in the field. He also touches on his international connections and future aspirations to advance ABA practices globally.
Watch the video of this conversation here! https://youtu.be/ewcSHeCXXWQ
 
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Breakthrough Autism
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Articles Referenced:
Rescorla RA, Wagner AR. A theory of Pavlovian conditioning: Variations in the effectiveness of reinforcement and nonreinforcement. In: Classical Conditioning II: Current Research and Theory (Eds Black AH, Prokasy WF) New York: Appleton Century Crofts, pp. 64-99, 1972
Dunlap, G., & Vollmer, T. R. (2008). Introduction to the Special Issue on the Florida Behavior Analysis Services Program. Research on Social Work Practice, 18(5), 365-366. https://doi.org/10.1177/1049731508318644 
Van Camp, C. M., Vollmer, T. R., Goh, H.-L., Whitehouse, C. M., Reyes, J., Montgomery, J. L., & Borrero, J. C. (2008). Behavioral Parent Training in Child Welfare: Evaluations of Skills Acquisition. Research on Social Work Practice, 18(5), 377-391. https://doi.org/10.1177/1049731507314008 
Van Camp, C. M., Montgomery, J. L., Vollmer, T. R., Kosarek, J. A., Happe, S., Burgos, V., & Manzolillo, A. (2008). Behavioral Parent Training in Child Welfare: Maintenance and Booster Training. Research on Social Work Practice, 18(5), 392-400. https://doi.org/10.1177/1049731508318658
Stoutimore, M. R., Williams, C. E., Neff, B., & Foster, M. (2008). The Florida Child Welfare Behavior Analysis Services Program. Research on Social Work Practice, 18(5), 367-376. https://doi.org/10.1177/1049731508318654
 
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Episode 135: Arturo Garcia
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Malaysia ABA
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In this conversation, Arthur Hairston shares his journey in the behavioral health field, focusing on group homes and the challenges faced in providing care for at-risk Autistic youth. He discusses the complexities of Medicaid, the importance of family involvement in business, and the dynamics of running a group home. The conversation also touches on the challenges of educational rights for children in care, navigating parental rights, and the significance of staff retention in providing quality care. Arthur emphasizes the need for community services and plans to expand their impact.
Watch the video of this conversation here! https://youtu.be/qji4Aign8_M
 
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Strive Youth and Family Services
https://striveyfs.org/
Arthur on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/arthurhairston/
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Dr, Shane Spiker
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-t-spiker-phd-bcba-d-5bb34b50/
Dr. Nandi Nelson
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Episode  20 Consulting in Group Homes Using ACT with Monica Peters 
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Episode 40  Applications of Behavior Science to Foster Care, Runways The Homless and Bullying with Dr. Kim Crosalnd
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-40-applications-of-behaviour-science-to-foster-care-runaways-the-homeless-and-bullying-with-kimberly-crosland-phd-bcba-d/
Episode 48: Group Homes For People with Intellectual Disabilities with Dr. Christine Bigby
https://www.behaviourspeak.com/e/episode-48-group-homes-for-people-with-intellectual-disabilities-with-christine-bigby-msw-phd/