2.5 General Type CEUs
The Empowered BCBA®: Strategies for Preventing and Managing Burnout and Compassion Fatigue
Learn to love your career again!
Instructors: Amelia Dalphonse, MA, BCBA and Nicole Dionne, MA, LCMHC, BCBA
Amelia Dalphonse, MA ,BCBA
Nicole Dionne, MA, LCMHC, BCBA
Why is The Empowered BCBA® important?
After less than a year, my job was literally making me sick. I had been so excited to start my new role as a clinical director, but in just a few months it was taking a physical toll on me. The endless demands, unreasonable expectations, having to defend every single decision I made. I couldn’t do it anymore. The stress was so bad I could barely get out of bed some mornings.
I talked to my husband and we made the difficult decision that I should leave the company even though I didn’t have another job lined up. This had a huge financial impact on us, but risking my health wasn’t worth the money.
Looking back I realize what I was experiencing was burnout. If I’d had the tools and resources, I could have managed the situation without endangering my health.
What you will learn:
Identify the difference between burnout and compassion fatigue
Learn how to distinguish the exhaustion from caring for others (compassion fatigue) from the exhaustion stemming from general work stress (burnout).
Recognize signs of burnout
Discover the red flags of burnout, such as emotional exhaustion, cynicism, and reduced personal accomplishment.
Tools to identify burnout
Explore various assessments and techniques designed to measure and identify burnout levels.
Strategies to decrease symptoms of burnout
Uncover practical strategies and coping mechanisms to mitigate and prevent burnout.
The Problem with the Field of ABA
Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs®) play a critical role in overseeing and implementing ABA strategies for individuals in need. However, recent trends have shown an increasing number of BCBAs® leaving the field, raising concerns about the sustainability of ABA as a profession. Several factors have been identified as contributing to this high turnover rate among BCBAs, including
Burnout
Ethical dilemmas
Challenges in maintaining quality supervision
But that’s not the end of it—the problem’s actually worse than that!
Workplace culture and the organizational demands placed on BCBAs® can create added stress
Ultimately leading some to seek alternative career paths
This means the clients they’re responsible for can’t get the care they need.
The demand for ABA services is higher than ever, but quality practioners are fleeing the field at an alarming rate!
Trusted ACE Instructors Approved through the BACB
Quality Assurance You Can Trust: All of our instructors are certified Authorized Continuing Education (ACE) providers through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). This ensures that our CEU courses meet the rigorous standards set by the BACB and qualify for CEU credits towards maintaining your BCBAs’® certifications.
See what people are saying about The Hidden Cost of Compliance!
This course was very clear and easy to follow, containing relevant, practical, applicable information.
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It was a wonderful presentation! I like how the presenter would explain concepts using examples from real life
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Meet the Instructors
Amelia Dalphonse, MA, BCBA
Amelia Dalphonse, MA, BCBA, co-founded Master ABA with her twin sister, Dianna Kelly, bringing over 13 years of expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Passionate about prioritizing client needs, Amelia earned a Master’s degree in ABA and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®).
At Master ABA, Amelia and Dianna lead with innovation, emphasizing client-centered care to drive meaningful change. As an ACE provider, they’ve established the institution as a hub for progressive ABA practices, inspiring others to adopt compassionate and ethical approaches.
Through her role at Master ABA, Amelia advocates for advancing the ABA field with empathy and integrity. She stays abreast of the latest research, continuously seeking opportunities for professional growth.
Amelia’s leadership and dedication continue to shape the ABA community, empowering practitioners to prioritize client well-being. Together with her sister, she envisions a future where ethical values drive positive change in ABA practices.
Nicole Dionne, MA, LCMHC, BCBA
Nicole Dionne is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor based in Greenland, NH, with over 19 years of experience in the mental health field. She emphasizes the importance of collaborative relationships and acknowledges the inherent strength within each individual who seeks her guidance. Dionne’s primary objective is to create a secure environment conducive to processing and overcoming life’s stressors.
