Leadership, Mentorship, and ACT: Evolving ABA with Adam Hahs

Live from the ABA Conference in Arizona, we sit down with Adam Hahs, Chief Science Officer at Hope Bridge, to explore the future of behavior therapy and its impact on the field. Discover how ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), innovative leadership, and cutting-edge research are building clinical resilience and transforming ABA care for both clinicians and families. Whether you're interested in AI integration, mentorship, or leadership development, this episode offers deep insights into the strategies that are shaping the next generation of ABA practices and improving outcomes across the board. Timestamps: 00:00 Live from the Arizona ABA Conference 00:41 Introduction to Adam Hahs, Chief Science Officer at Hope Bridge 02:41 What is ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)? 03:39 Hope Bridge Initiatives and the Fellowship Program 05:18 The most important leadership characteristics 07:27 Hope Bridge’s Fellowship Program and BCBA Exam Pass Rates 10:11 The challenges of implementation of ACT 11:26 Adam’s experience as a professor and his approach to teaching 15:23 The Bridge Program and mentorship 17:15 Future of ABA: AI integration and ethical considerations 21:52 Continuity of care challenges for children aging out of ABA services