Tim Talks: Behavioral Health

Christina Gravina | Building Autonomy and Respect in ABA for Teens and Adults

Tim Zercher Episode 19

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What does it look like when adults with disabilities are given real choice and dignity in their services?

In this episode of Tim Talks: Behavioral Health, we sit down with Christina Gravina, M.Ed, BCBA, LABA - founder and CEO of BILT, Inc. - to explore a powerful, people-first approach to ABA and IDD services.

Christina shares:

  • Why she started BILT to serve a forgotten population
  • How her team rethinks day programs into real-world experiences
  • What the “Real Lives Law” means for future service flexibility
  • How her team respectfully teaches sexuality education
  • A story of one client’s transformation from isolation to independence

If you’ve ever wondered what true autonomy, respect, and inclusion look like in action - this episode will show you what’s possible.

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