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The How to ABA Podcast
We are Shira and Shayna and we are so excited to bring you our first podcast episode of How to ABA! We are both BCBAs with over twenty years of experience, and as you can imagine, we have created and gathered so many resources in that time. We want to share them with you! That’s why we are here, and that’s why we created this podcast. If you are new to the world of ABA, are looking for new resources, or just looking for a fresh perspective, you’re in the right place!
The How to ABA Podcast
Burnout in ABA: Boundaries, Emotional Labor, and Sustainable Practice
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Burnout in ABA is not always about long hours or packed schedules. Often, it comes from the emotional labor that accompanies supporting clients, families, staff, and teams every day. In this conversation, we explore the invisible demands of helping professions and how constantly staying regulated, managing difficult conversations, and carrying the concerns of others can quietly drain our energy over time.
We discuss why burnout is often connected to boundaries, workplace systems, and the expectations we place on ourselves. Compassionate professionals frequently struggle with saying no, setting limits, or recognizing when they have reached capacity. Yet protecting our time and energy is not selfish. It is essential for providing ethical, high-quality care.
We also share practical ways to recognize emotional overload, create sustainable boundaries, and build habits that support long-term success in the field. Sustainable practice is not about occasional self-care. It is about understanding our limits, advocating for support, and creating conditions that allow us to continue making a meaningful impact without sacrificing our own well-being.
What’s Inside:
- The hidden emotional labor ABA professionals carry
- How boundaries support ethical and sustainable practice
- Strategies for preventing burnout and protecting your energy
Mentioned in This Episode:
Episode 233: ACT for Burnout: Strategies for BCBAs and Therapists
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