MOBBAC | Networking Community | MO Behavior Drip

About MOBBAC

MOBBAC (Missouri Black Behavior Analysis Community) is a networking group in the state of Missouri, for Black professionals and students within the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

Connections. Support. Growth. Leadership.

Much Love & Gratitude.
Leadership. Support. Growth.

A special thanks to you for planting the seed.

Mission

Unite, support and empower Black Applied Behavior Analysis professionals and students in the state of Missouri, and create a shared community that benefits all.

Vision

A supportive, networking group of Black Applied Behavior Analysis professionals and students in the state of Missouri, that fosters an environment that promotes the dissemination of the science, as well as the growth and prosperity of all individuals being served.

Values

Community
Connections
Collaboration
Empower
Efficient processes
Quality Supervision & Mentorship
Accessibility to resources
Sustainability
Disseminate
Safe space
Validation
Growth
Ethical
Equity

The Relevance Today

According to the data, 4.21% of behavior analysts are Black. Representation and individualized support systems matter. Supported clinicians yield better performance outcomes.

Our Story

In March 2022, we started as an interest group with a handful of behavior analysts. We then grew and became a community as organic relationships blossomed and shared values were identified.

Founding Members

Bryant Antoine,

MSW, BCBA, LBA

The Village Path

Black Mentell Village Podcast

Kelly Baird,

M.A., BCBA, LBA, CCTSI

President-MOBBAC

Focus: Adult IDD/MI, Psychopharmacology

Interests: Organizational Behavior Management, Functional Analytic Psychotherapy, Autism, Trauma, & Prosocial Behavior

Tamesha Bland,

BCBA, LBA

Owner of Regal Behavior Solutions, LLC

www.regalbehaviorsolutions.com

636.400.7778

Michelle Bohnak,

M.Ed, BCBA, LBA

Jennifer DeLaporte,

MAT, BCBA, LBA

Facebook Group Creator

Columbia, MO

Toi Esters,

M.Psych, PLBA

Monica Gillespie,

M.A., BCBA, Ed.D. Student-Healthcare Admin Ed Leadership

Focus: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Parent Communication & Training

Interests: Organizational Behavior Management, Forensic Behavior Analysis

I aspire to help Missouri become a state-recognized for inclusive work environments, various school settings, and unified healthcare policies. Personally, I have experienced racial inequality firsthand from a young age, and I know how it could affect individuals developmentally, socially, and emotionally. I believe my purpose is to help transform communities, schools, and organizations by implementing and creating diverse policies.

Angela M. Gray,

MS Psych, BCBA, LBA

Focus: Adults IDD/MI, Positive Behavior Supports

Interests: Behavioral Gerontology, Psychotropic Polypharmacy, AI in Behavior Analysis

Latoya Higgs,

MS Psychology, PLBA,

BS Organizational Management

Poplar Bluff, MO.

Jessica Jones,

BCBA, LBA

Newsletter Editor-MOBBAC

MO Behavior Drip

Focus: Educational Setting, Autism, Young Child with Developmental Delay, PBIS, MTSS

Interests: ABA Cultural Competence, Organizational Behavior Management, Behavioral Pharmacology

ShiQuita Lane,

Ed.S, BCBA, LBA

Director of Autism Services

UPC Heartland

6325 Clayton Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63139
(314) 624-0598

The St. Louis clinic is the first and only clinic providing ABA therapy in the city of St. Louis. The ABA clinic accepts most insurances, including Medicaid!

Erykah McClendon

BCBA, LBA - MO & KS

Center Director- BlueSprig Pediatrics Kansas City, MO

Clinical Specialty: Parent Training

Syn McDonald,

BCBA, LBA

Shamika Pegue,

M.S., BCBA, LBA

Kansas City, MO.

Charda'e Rigdon,

MS, BCBA, LBA

Focus: Educational / School Setting

Though I am a BCBA, I ensure my values lead my work rather than solely my credentials. My top 3 values, faith, personal growth, and communication, are the pillars in how I support colleagues, supervisees, families, and systems. As I am most competent in the school setting, I strive to build connections and communities with other specialties and disciplines. The journey of growth is never ending and the ability to enjoy the journey is an art of which I continue to learn. The growth of Behavior Analysis through the lens of diversity is a necessity and thus I am honored to support the MOBBAC (Missouri Black Behavior Analysis Community).

Sapphire Robinson,

MS, PLBA

Chandis Stokes,

M.Ed, BCBA, LBA

Mike Williams,

M.S., BCBA, LBA

Executive Director-Optimal Outcomes

Mike has been in the field of ABA since 2008. He is currently the executive director at Optimal Outcomes which provides ABA services in the Kansas City area. Mike's passions in ABA include working with adults and teens, who are affected by developmental disabilities, living in residential settings. Mike enjoys using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to improve the quality of life of the people he works with.

Kyesha A. Wilson

MSW, BCBA, LBA

Melantha Witherspoon

MA, LBA

What is Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)?

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is the science in which tactics derived from the principles of behavior are applied to improve socially significant behavior and experimentation is used to identify the variables responsible for the improvement in behavior. (Cooper, Heron, & Heward)

Services

Supervision

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Publications

Ways to Support

Diversity matters and is essential for building a more inclusive, innovative, and equitable society. Spread the word about MOBBAC. Ideal for:

ABA Students
Entry Level-Senior Level professionals (behavior technicians, behavior analysts, doctoral, clinicians, professors, academic staff, mentors, etc.)

Ways to Network

Discover a community with like-minded ABA professionals and students.

MOBBAC Facebook Group
Follow @mobbaclife on Instagram
MO Behavior Drip - The Official MOBBAC Newsletter
LinkedIn

MO Behavior Drip