Our clinical staff regularly present at regional, national, and international conferences and workshops. We also host events that feature experts from other organizations as well as May Institute.

 

Presentations, 2024

Anderson, C. (2024, March). What works for whom? Individualizing intervention dose and focus for young, autistic children. [Invited address]. Association for Behavior Analysis International Autism Conference. Las Vegas, Nev.

Baekey, D., Verma, R., and Fritts, L. (2024, April). Low hanging fruit to improve operations and achieve profitability [Paper presentation]. The Council of Autism Service Providers, Fort Worth, Texas.

Baekey, D., Verma, R.,and Fritts, L. (2024, April). "Luck is the residue of design." Creating your own luck in new site selection [Paper presentation]. The Council of Autism Service Providers, Fort Worth, Texas.

Baton, E. (2024, May). Recent Research on school-based behavioral interventions. [Symposium discussant]. Annual Conference of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, Philadelphia, Penn.

Baton, M., and Robertson, F., (2024 May). Improving classroom support through applied behavior analysis. [Workshop]. Annual ABAI Convention, Philadelphia, Penn.

Baton, E., Putnam, R., Salvatore C., and Casavant, A., (2024, March). Moving the needle on family-school partnerships. [Paper presentation]. Association for Positive Behavior Support. Chicago, Ill.

Baton, E., Salvatore, C., and Putnam, R. (2024, March). Beyond data collection: Using data to make a difference in IDD settings. [Paper presentation]. Association for Positive Behavior Support, Chicago, Ill.

Booth, M., Juban, B., and Hozella, W. (2024, May). Teaching multimodal communicators with autism to tact private events. [Symposium presentation]. Annual Conference of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, Philadelphia, Penn.

Crosland, K., Iovannone, R., Baton, E., Dreiss, A., Flemming, Z. and Joseph, R. (2024, May). Using a modular-based assessment and coaching model to assist teachers in implementing class-wide interventions for students with emotional disturbances. [Symposium presentation]. Annual Conference of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, Philadelphia, Penn.

Gilder, J. (2024, May). Considerations for working with adult and aging populations with disabilities. [Paper presentation]. Annual Conference of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, Philadelphia, Penn.

Hozella, W. M., Ampuero, M, and Miklos, M. (2024, May). Applications of Lowenkron's joint control to language acquisition programs [Symposium presentation]. Annual Conference of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, Philadelphia, Penn.

Iovannone, R., Anderson, C. M., Levato, L., and Mcfee, K. (2024 May). Modular Approach to Autism Programming in Schools (MAAPS): Coaching teachers to enhance intervention implementation for autistic students. [Symposium presentation]. Annual Conference of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, Philadelphia, Penn.

Iovanone, R., Crosland, K., and Baton E. (2024, March). Modular interventions and coaching protocols to enhance intervention implementation. [Paper presentation]. Association for Positive Behavior Support, Chicago, Ill.

Maki, E., Casavant, A., and West, J. (2024, March). The impact of PBIS on mental/behavioral health providers [Paper presentation]. Association for Positive Behavior Support, Chicago, Ill.

Morlino, R. and Ringdhal, J. E. (2024, May). Comparison of reinforcement parameter hierarchy assessments with arbitrary and clinically relevant behavior. [Symposium presentation]. Annual Conference of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, Philadelpia, Penn.

Putnam, R. (2024). Improving equity in schools through applied behavior analysis. [Invited address]. Endicott College Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Conference. Beverly, Mass.

Putnam, R. and St. Joseph, S. (2024, May). Improving equity in schools through applied behavior analysis. Massacusetts Association for Behavior Analysis, Westboro, Mass.

Ricciardi, J. N., Langone, S., and Dever, K. (2024, March). Behavioral intervention for pediatric neurobehavioral disorders: Principles and guidance for other specialities. Annual Conference of the Brain Injury Association of Massachusetts, Marlborough, Mass.

Ricciardi, J. N., (2024, May). Behavioral intervention for neurobehavioral disorders in brain injured individuals: Clinical assessment, formulation, intervention. [Invited seminar]. Children's Hospital of Orange County California.

Ricciardi, J. N., (2024, May). Behavior analytic iintervention for behavior disorders in individuals with brain injuries. [Workshop]. Annual Conference of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, Philadelphia, Penn.

Robertson, F., Putnam, R., Casavant, A., West, J., and Pellegrino, M. (2024, May.) How Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) can improve classroom management practices across tiers. [Symposium presentation]. Annual Conference of the Association for Behavior Analysis, International, Philadelphia, Penn. 

Salvatore, C., and Putnam, R. (2024, May). A PBIS approach to improving equity in public schools. [Paper presentation]. New England Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports Leadership Forum, Mystic, Conn.

Shuttleton, C., and Maki, E. (2024, February). Increasing engagement for students with autism. [Paper presentation]. National Association of School Psychologists, New Orleans, La.   

Simeone, P. J., and Weddle, S. (2024, January). Mainstream AT for increasing independence for adults with IDD. Assistive Technology Industry Association Annual Conference, Orlando, Fla.

St. Joseph, S., and Putnam, R. (2024, March). Scaling up Tier 3: A model demonstration. [Paper presentation]. Association for Positive Behavior Support, Chicago, Ill.

Sullivan, E., Zarcone, J. R., and Zangrillo, A. (2024, May). The effect of therapist protective equipment on severe problem behavior and safety. [Symposium presentation]. Annual Conference of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, Philadelphia, Penn.

Wilson, Z., Theodore, M., Arevalo, A., and Castillo, T. (2024, May) Understanding access, perspectives, and barriers in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services for Latino families in Maryland. [Poster presentation]. Annual Conference of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, Philadelphia, Penn.

 

Posters, 2024

Wipe Like a Pro: Teaching Post-Bowel Movement Wiping Skills. Arevelo, A., Quigley, S. L., Theodore, M., Nerud, K. and Castillo, T. [Poster presented at the Annual Conference of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, Philadelphia, Penn., in 2024]

Stimulus Fading and Transfer in the Treatment of Self-injurious Behavior. Demeo, A. M., and Richardson, J. A. [Poster presented at the Annual Conference of the  Association for Behavior Analysis International, Philadelphia, Penn., in 2024]

Stimulus Fading and Transfer in the Treatment of Self-injurious Behavior. Demeo, A. M., Richardson, J. A., and Henry, M. T. [Poster presented at the Association for Behavior Analysis International Autism Conference, Las Vegas, Nev., in 2024]

A Closer Look at the Perspective of Registered Behavior Technicians Working in the Home Setting with Latino Families. Espaillat, E., Burke, N. M., Theodore, M., and Arevalo, A. [Poster presentation, Annual Conference of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, Philadelphia, Penn., in 2024]

Unveiling Unity: Exploring Factors that Foster a Strong Sense of Community in an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Home-based Setting. Flynn, A., Burke, N. M., Quigley, S. L., Theodore M., and Arevalo, A. [Poster presentation, Annual Conference of the  Association for Behavior Analysis Internationa, Philadelphia, Penn., in 2024]

A Comparison of Two Approaches for Tact Training: Simultaneous Communication Versus Vocal-alone. Manrique, J. C., Burke, N. M., Theodore, M., and Arevalo, A. [Poster presentation, Annual Conference of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, Philadelphia, Penn., in 2024]

Reducing Problem Behavior Associated with Mand Compliance During Travel in a Moving Vehicle. Moreira, S., Wilson, Z., Nerud, K., Theodore, M., and Arevalo, A. [Poster presentation, Annual Conference of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, Philadelphia, Penn., in 2024]

Looking Into the Perspectives of Latino Families Receiving Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Services From a Latino-based Company. Pereira, A., Burke, N. M., Castillo, T., Theodore, M., and Arevalo, A. [Poster presentation, Annual Conference of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, Philadelphia, Penn., in 2024.]
 

Presentations, 2023

Baton, E., and Pratt, M., (2023, November). PBIS 101: An introduction to SW-PBIS. [Paper presentation]. New England Positive Behavior and Interventions Conference, Norwood, Mass.

Booth, M., Juban, B., and Contois, K. (2023, May). Mand Generalization Following an Enhanced Stimulus-Stimulus Pairing Training Procedure to Increase Vocal Verbal Behavior. Poster presented at the meeting of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, Denver, Colo.

Barall, B., Frampton, S., and Davis, T. (May 2023). Considerations for Structure of Effective Data Collection Systems in Classroom Settings. Symposium conducted at the 49th Annual ABAI Convention, Denver, Colo.

Booth, M. and Juban, B. (2023, October). Teaching multimodal communicators with autism to tact private events. (Symposium presentation). 44th Annual Conference of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy, Worcester, Mass..

Bottini, S., McCammon, M., Martin, R., Gould, K., Williams, Z., Dwyer, P., Onaiwu, M. G., Morton, H., Busick, M., and Anderson, C. (2023, May). A systematic review of assent practices in research that establishes evidence-based practice for autistic individuals. Poster presented at the Annual Meeting of the International Society for Autism Research, Stockholm, Sweden. 

Casavant, A., and St. Joseph, S. (2023, November). Fidelity of Tier 3 supports. [Paper presentation]. New England Positive Behavior Support and Intervention Conference, Norwood, Mass.

Chong, I. (May 2023). Updates on early intensive behavioral intervention in the pandemic era: Analyzing Group and individual outcomes. Discussant in a symposium conducted at the 49th Annual ABAI Convention, Denver, Colo.

Chong, I. (May 2023). Enhancing staff training and performance with technology and organizational behavior management practices. Discussant in a symposium conducted at the 49th Annual ABAI Convention, Denver, Colo.

Cohenour, J. (2023). May Institute Doctoral Internship in Clinical Psychology. National Association of School Psychologists. Denver, Colo.

Davies, K., Bright, C., Sullivan, E., and Frampton, S. (May 2023). Class-Wide Implementation of Activity Schedules Using CentralReach. Symposium conducted at the 49th Annual ABAI Convention, Denver, Colo. 

Davis, T., Tereshko, L., Weiss, M.J., Creem, A., (May 2023). Using a teaching interaction procedure to train staff on building electronic clinical programming books in CentralReach. Symposium conducted at the 49th Annual ABAI Convention, Denver, Colo.

DePaolo, K. and Bloom, S. (May 2023). Training board certified behavior analysts via telehealth to conduct the trail-based functional analysis. Symposium conducted at the 49th Annual ABAI Convention, Denver, Colo.

Fanning, G.L. (May 2023). An evaluation of video modeling with embedded and voice over instructions to teach pairing procedures. Symposium conducted at the 49th Annual ABAI Convention, Denver, Colo.

Gilder, J., & Charlop, M. H. (2023). Increasing social communication by teaching texting to autistic children and adolescents. [Symposium presentation[. Women in Behavior Analysis, 2023 Annual Conference, Nashville, Tenn.

Hamill, M., Womack, T., Langone, S., Dever, K., and Ricciardi, J. (2023, October). Applying functional analyses with under-represented populations using standard and extended, synthesized conditions. [Poster presentation]. 44th Annual Conference of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy, Worcester, Mass.

Hozella, W. (2023, October 11–13). Some considerations for instruction regarding skills sequencing [Conference presentation]. Massachusetts Professionals in Behavior Analysis (BABAT) Annual Conference, Worcester, Mass.

Hozella, W. (2023, October 6–7). Pragmatic considerations for students who use AAC [Invited address]. Wisconsin Association for Behavior Analysis (WisABA) Annual Conference, Wauwatosa, Wis.

Kittleman, A., and St. Joseph, S. (2023, November). The role of implementation science in starting and sustaining effective practices in schools [Paper presentation]. New England Positive Behavior Support and Intervention Conference, Norwood, Mass.

Maki, E. (2023, November). Supporting transgender students through PBIS [Paper presentation]. New England Positive Behavior Support and Interventions Conference, Norwood, Mass.

McHome, J. and Downs, C. (2023, November). Using teaming and data to support individuals at all tiers. [Paper presentation]. New England Positive Behavior Support and Intervention Conference. Norwood, Mass.

Meyers, L.,  and Stratton-Gadke, K.  (2023). Evaluating the effectiveness of behavioral skills training to increase stranger safety skills in adults with intellectual disabilities. Women in Behavior Analysis, 2023 Annual Conference, Nashville, Tenn. 

Phillips, C. L. and Rader, A.  (2023, July). Research (design) and practice: Can’t we all just get along? Women in Behavior Analysis Conference. Nashville, Tenn.

Pratt, M. and Baton, E. (2023, November). PBIS 101: An introduction to SW-PBIS. [Paper presentation]. New England Positive Behavior Support and Intervention Conference, Norwood, Mass.

Putnam, R. (2023). Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports: Why is This Important to Families & Staff? [Invited webinar]. Mass ARC.

Putnam, R. (2023). How BCBAs can improve classroom management practices? Mass ABA Conference.   

Putnam, R. (2023). Improving equity in schools. Improving Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Conference. Endicott College. Beverly, Mass. 

Putnam, R. and Casavant, A. (2023). Improving mental health outcomes - Interconnected Systems Framework – Aligning SEL/Mental Health with MTSS. Southeastern School Behavioral Health Conference. Myrtle Beach, S.C. 

Putnam, R., George, J., De Pasquale, M., Harris, L. and Jeffrey-Pearsall, J. (2023). Establishing State-wide Policies and Procedures for PBS in the IDD Field. Association for Positive Behavior Support, Jacksonville, Fla.

Putnam. R., Pelligrino, M., and Casavant, A. (2023, October). Promoting access to effective practices using classroom PBIS. [Paper presentation]. National PBIS Leadersip Forum, Chicago., Ill.

Putnam, R., and Salvatore, C. (2023, November). Expanding your Tier 2 interventions: Brief Intervention for School Clinicians (BRISC). [Paper presentation.] New England Positive Behavior Support and Intervention Conference, Norwood, Mass.

Rader, A. E., (2023, July 21). On the (Un)reliability of visual analysis and what to do about it. Women in Behavior Analysis (WIBA) Annual Conference, Nashville, Tenn.

Robertson, F., Putnam, R. and Casavant, A. (2023). Improving mental health outcomes - interconnected systems framework – Aligning SEL/mental health with MTSS. Northeast PBIS Network Leadership Forum. Mystic, Conn.   

Romanetz, K.L., Silva, M., Borgondy, M., &and Frampton, S. (May 2023). Treatment Package Utilizing Data-Based Decision-Making to Increase Academic Achievement in the School Setting. Symposium conducted at the 49th Annual ABAI Convention, Denver, Colo.

St. Joseph, S. and Putnam, R. (2023). Using Evidence-based Interventions for Students and Staff for Anxiety and Stress across the tiers. Association for Positive Behavior Support. Jacksonville, Fla.

St. Joseph, S., and Baton, E., (2023, October). Supporting families and students during individualized education plan process to support student social-emotional behavioral needs. [Paper presentation]. National PBIS Leadership Forum, Chicago, Ill.

St. Joseph, S., and Putnam, R., and Casavant A. (2023, October). Scaling up Tier 3: A model demonstration. [Paper presentation]. National PBIS Leadership Forum, Chicago, Ill.

Strickland-Cohen, K., Connolly, K, St. Joseph, S. and Putnam, R. (2023). Improving the effectiveness and efficiency of Tier 3 systems. Association for Positive Behavior Support, Jacksonville, Fla.

Veiga, M. (May 2023). Clinical Interviewing in Behavior Analytic Practice: Effective Techniques for Gathering Information, Conveying Compassion, and Working with Cultural Sensitivity. Workshop conducted at the 49th Annual ABAI Convention, Denver, Colo.  

Weddle, S. A., Anderson, C. M., and Martin, R. M. (2023, April). Building capacity to conduct research in service-delivery settings. Presentation at the Council for Autism Service Providers Annual Conference, Tampa, Fla.

Weddle, S. A. (2023). Building capacity for excellence in ABA adult services: It’s not easy, but it is possible. Invited talk at the Four Corners Applied Behavior Analysis Annual Conference, Park City, Utah. 

Weddle, S. A. (2023, November). Universal supports in adult residential programs: A competency-based training model. [Paper presentation]. New England Positive Behavior Support and Intervention Conference, Norwood, Mass.

Zarcone, J. R. (2022). Developing an inpatient program for children and adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Cambridge Health Alliance. Online.

Zarcone, J. R. and Padilla, O. (2023). Strategies for providing care to patients with autism. CareQuest Institute Continuing Education Seminar.

Zarcone, J. R. (May 2023). 45 Years Later: In Pursuit of Achieving Generalized Outcomes within Treatment of Severe Challenging Behavior. Panel conducted at the 49th Annual ABAI Convention, Denver, Colo.

Zarcone, J. R. and Riley, M. (2023). Supporting people with autism and other neurodevelopmental disabilities. Chinese Bible Church of Greater Boston. Lexington, Mass.
 

Posters, 2023

Examining Movement Breaks on Student On-Task Behavior. Almarzooqi, J., Veiga, M., DeFreitas, M., and Ricciardi, J. Poster presented at the Annual Conference of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy, Worcester, Mass. in 2023]

Evaluation of Mand Generalization Following an Enhanced Stimulus-Stimulus Training Procedure to Increase Early Vocalizations of a Child with Autism. Maureen Booth, M.S., CCC-SLP, Brittany Juban, Ph.D., BCBA-D, and Kristen Contois, M.S., BCBA, May Center School for Autism and Developmental Disabilities, West Springfield, Mass. [Poster Presented at ABAI in 2023]

Functional Analysis and Intervention of Property Destruction in Relation to Perseverative Speech and Access to Attention. Payton Pizzano, Catie Maruska, M.S., BCBA, and Emily Sullivan M.S., BCBA, LABA, May Center School for Autism and Developmental Disabilities, Randolph, Mass. [Poster Presented at ABAI 2023]

Identifying Preference for Protective Equipment Used to Treat Self-Injurious Behavior. Alexandra Demeo, M.A., BCBA, LABA and Emily Sullivan, M.S., BCBA, LABA, May Center School for Autism and Developmental Disabilities, Randolph, Mass. [Poster Presented at ABAI 2023]

Using Universal Screeners to Differentiate Tier 1 Interventions Across Schools. Chelsea Salvatore, M.A., BCBA, Emily Baton, Ph.D., BCBA, and Stephanie St. Joseph, Ph.D., Bob Putnam, Ph.D., BCBA, May Institute, Randolph, Mass. [Presented PBIS 2023]

Applying Functional Analyses with Under-represented populations Using Standard and Extended, Synthesized Conditions. Hamill, M., Womack, T., Langone, S., Dever, K., and Ricciardi, J. [Poster presented, Annual Conference of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy, Worcester, Mass., in 2023.]

An Evaluation of Three Interventions for Transition-related Problem Behavior. Nolan, S., Theodore, M., and Maximilien, A. [Poster presented at the Annual Conference of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy, Worcester, Mass., in 2023.]

Using Universal Screeners to Differentiate Tier 1 Interventions Across Schools. Salvatore, C., and Baton, E. [Poster presented at the National PBIS Leadership Forum, Chicago, Ill., in 2023.]

 

Presentations, 2022

Juban, B. (2022, May). Clinical adaptations of the picture exchange communication system: Innovative responses to barriers in clinical care. Symposium discussant conducted at the meeting of the Association for Behavior Analysis International, Boston, Mass.

Ampuero, M. & Hozella, W. (2022). Supervising behavior analysts for successful school implementation. National Autism Conference, State College, Penn. 

Hozella, W. (2022). The role of appropriate instruction on reducing problem behavior. Wisconsin ABA, Milwaukee, Wis.  

Miklos, M., and Hozella, W. (2022). A tutorial on the applications of Lowenkron’s concept of joint control for educational programs for students with verbal skill deficits. National Autism Conference, State College, Penn. 

Putnam, R. (2022). Strategies for De-escalating Behavior. New England Positive Behavior Interventions and Support Conference. Norwood. Mass.  

Putnam, R. and Casavant, A. (2022). Planning for teaching & learning for all students, with a focus on students with disabilities. National Positive Behavior Interventions and Support Leadership Conference. Chicago, Ill.   

Putnam, R., Casavant, A. West, J. and Goguen, K. (2022). Using applied behavior analytic interventions within a multi-tiered framework to improve student outcomes. Association for Behavior Analysis International Annual Convention, Dublin, Ireland. 

Putnam, R. and Conley, K. (2022). District and school implementation of Tier 3 supports. National Positive Behavior Interventions and Support Leadership Conference. Chicago, Ill. 

Putnam, R., George, J., and Miller, C. (2022). Implementing PBIS support with individuals with IDD: Implementing Massachusetts DDS positive support regulations. New England Positive Behavior Interventions and Support Conference. Norwood. Mass. 

Putnam, R., Roberts, R. & Green, J. (2022). Implementing PBS support with individuals with IDD. New England Positive Behavior Interventions and Support Conference. Norwood. Mass. 

Similak, N, Wasserman, D., and  Putnam R.. (2022). Applied Behavior Analysis: The potential for improving international societal problems. Association for Behavior Analysis International Annual Convention, Dublin, Ireland.
 

Posters, 2022

Evaluating the Efficiency of Conducting a Brief Bidirectional Naming Assessment on CentralReach. Karly Covall, M.S., BCBA, Laura Eisen, M.S., Sarah C. Connolly, Ph.D., BCBA-D, and Sarah Frampton, Ph.D., BCBA, May Center School for Autism and Developmental Disabilities, Randolph, Mass.  [Poster Presented at ABAI 2022]

Decreasing Perseverative Speech in a Young Adolescent with Autism. Jennifer McGee, M.S., BCBA, LABA, Serra Langone, M.S., M.Ed., BCBA, LABA, and Mariah DeFreitas, M.Ed., May Center School for Autism and Developmental Disabilities, Wilmington, Mass. [Poster Presented at BABAT 2022]

Identifying Preference for Protective Equipment Used to Treat Self-Injurious Behavior. Alexandra Demeo M.A., BCBA, LABA and Emily Sullivan M.S., BCBA, LABA, May Center School for Autism and Developmental Disabilities, Randolph, Mass. [Poster Presented at BABAT 2022]

A Treatment Package Utilizing Data-Based Decision- Making to Increase Academic Achievement in the School-Setting. Kara Driscoll, M.A., BCBA and Meghan Silva, Ph.D., May Center School for Autism and Developmental Disabilities, Randolph, Mass., Meghan Borgondy, M.Ed., Franklin Public Schools, Franklin, Mass., and Sarah Frampton, Ph.D., BCBA, University of Nebraska Omaha, Omaha, Neb. [Poster Presented at BABAT 2022]