Headstart Health

BCBAs Who Build

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The BCBAs Who Build Podcast by Headstart Health is for clinicians who believe there is a better way to deliver autism care. Hosted by Dr. Sara Feldman and members of the Headstart Health team, this podcast features real conversations with BCBAs, founders, and industry leaders about what it actually takes to build ethical, sustainable ABA services. From clinical decision-making to business realities and leadership challenges, we pull back the curtain on the journey from clinician to builder. Some episodes offer behind-the-scenes perspectives from the Headstart team, while others spotlight voice...

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Ep 5 | The Parent Experience with Kendra Little 09.07.2026 54:23

Summary In this episode, Dr. Sara Feldman speaks with Kendra Little about the emotional realities families face when navigating autism services, the importance of real-life skills, and how clinicians can build trust and connection with families. Key Topics Family emotional weight and stress Importance of real-life skills for independence Building trust and connection with families Delivering data...

Ep 4 | The Future of Ethical ABA Practice: Lessons from Media Reports 18.06.2026 58:25

Summary This episode tackles the critical issues facing the ABA industry, including recent media reports of unethical practices, profit-driven motives, and the importance of ethical standards. BCBAs share insights on maintaining integrity, navigating ethical dilemmas, and advocating for high-quality, ethical care. Key topics Media reports on unethical ABA practices Profit motives and industry acco...

Ep 3| The 3 Key Traits of Effective ABA Leaders 16.06.2026 37:19

Summary Dr. Sara Feldman shares her insights on leadership development, emotional intelligence, and creating a positive organizational culture in ABA. She discusses practical strategies from her entrepreneurial journey, book recommendations, and how to foster independent thinking within teams. Takeaways Leadership starts with self-awareness and self-leadership. Ask more questions, tell less, to fo...

Ep 2 | How to Build a Culture of Excellence in ABA Practice 28.05.2026 55:07

Summary This episode features Dr. Kristen Byra (BCBA-D) discussing the importance of clinical quality in ABA, sharing her journey, insights on training, mentorship, and practical steps for BCBAs to improve their practice. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to ABA Entrepreneurship 01:08 Journey into ABA: Personal Stories 03:26 The Importance of Clinical Quality 12:39 Navigating the ABA Landscape 17:05 Def...

Ep 1 | From Clinician to Entrepreneur: Building Your ABA Practice with Headstart Health 12.05.2026 54:50

Summary This episode features Dr. Sara Feldman, Breanna Holm, and Janelle Wade discussing the journey of building independent ABA practices, the support systems available through Headstart Health, and the transformation of providers from clinicians to entrepreneurs. They share insights on starting, scaling, and sustaining successful ABA businesses, emphasizing community, systems, and provider empo...