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Melissa Druskis, M.S., BCBA

Founder & Editor-in-Chief

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Dallas, Texas

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ABA practice, Neuroscience, Psychology, Supervision

About Me

Melissa Druskis, MS, BCBA, is the driving force behind Behavior/Brain Magazine. With a rich background in behavior analysis, she has been a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) since 2015, working in various settings including homes, clinics, and consulting for ABA companies. Melissa is also the owner of ABC Behavior Training and uses her expertise to offer trainings, resources, and mentorship to BCBAs and BCBA trainees.


She holds a bachelor’s degree in speech-language pathology and audiology and worked as an SLP-Assistant for six years. Melissa also earned a master’s degree in Cognition and Neuroscience, conducting research on working memory and neuroplasticity. Currently, she is pursuing a second master’s degree in Social Work with the goal of becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and has graduate-level training in trauma-informed coaching.


Melissa has written multiple books for behavior analysts, including the Behavior Analysts Supervision Curriculum, the Behavior Analyst Professional Planner, and the P-ABC, the only parent assessment in ABA. She has also taught graduate students in ABA for the Florida Institute of Technology and provides training and workshops in behavior analytic concepts.


Articles

Feb 1, 2025

How Intermittent Reinforcement Keeps Partners Addicted to Abusive Relationships

We know that intermittent reinforcement is an effective tool in ABA therapy to increase and maintain behaviors we want to see. But, did...

Feb 1, 2025

Using the BACB Test Content Outline to Drive Supervision: Training the Next Generation of Competent and Confident BCBAs

Supervision is the foundation upon which future behavior analysts build their skills, shaping the way they will assess, treat, and...

Dec 15, 2024

Non-Contingent Reinforcement: Making the Holidays Meaningful for Your Staff

The holiday season is a time for gratitude, connection, and celebration—a perfect opportunity for organizations to reflect on how they...

Dec 15, 2024

The Ultimate Gift-Giving Guide for BCBAs: Practical, Thoughtful, and Inspiring Ideas

The holiday season is here, and finding the perfect gift for the Behavior Analyst in your life (or for yourself!) doesn’t have to be a...

Nov 15, 2024

Navigating Holiday Meals: Strategies for Picky Eaters and Their Families

Sharing meals with friends and family is a cherished part of many holidays and events. However, for families with children who have picky...

Oct 15, 2024

The Science of Superstition: Unpacking the Behavior Behind Rituals

Black cats, the number 13, finding a four-leaf clover, or walking under a ladder—these are all common examples of superstitions,...

Sep 15, 2024

Why Sharing Isn't Always Caring: A Look at Digital Resource Ethics

As a content creator in the behavior analysis field, I’ve spent countless hours developing digital materials to support the work of BCBAs an

Sep 15, 2024

Game Time: Word Search

Can you find all the behavior analytic terms? Download the PDF below to print and see the correct answers on pg 2.

Sep 15, 2024

The Ultimate Guide to Successful Distance BCBA Supervision

When I began my BCBA certification journey at the Florida Institute of Technology, I was not yet prepared to transition from my role as an S

Aug 15, 2024

Transforming ABA Therapy: How FirstWork is Revolutionizing Discrete Trial Training

As the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) continues to grow and evolve, the integration of technology has become increasingly...

Aug 15, 2024

Game Time: Logic Puzzle

Can you solve this puzzle? Download the PDF below to print and see the correct answers on pg 2.

Aug 15, 2024

5 Essential Goals for a Smooth Back-to-School Transition

As summer comes to a close, the transition back to school can be a challenging time for many children, particularly those with autism or...

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