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Bridging The Gap

Bridgeway Integrated Healthcare Services·21 episodes

EducationSelf ImprovementHealthFitnessMentalKidsFamilyExpert interviewsAutism supportABA fieldFamily resources30-45 minUtah-based

Welcome to "Bridging the Gap," the podcast dedicated to exploring comprehensive support for children and families impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Join us as we delve into the world of mental, behavioral, medical, and academic services, providing invaluable insights and expert interviews to empower and guide our listeners. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or educator, tune in to discover the strategies and resources that bridge the gap toward a brighter future for individuals.

Why listen

Bridging The Gap gives parents, caregivers, educators, and autism-service professionals practical conversations about ABA, family support, emotional wellness, advocacy, and provider resources. Hosted by Utah Behavior Services, it mixes staff perspectives with expert guests, so listeners hear both professional guidance and the realities families face day to day.

Episodes

32 min
Mar 10, 2025Episode 21
Perform Better: A Parent's Perspective with Dr. Nicole Detling

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we sit down with Dr. Nicole Detling to discuss her recent visits to the UTBS centers and share her experiences with ABA from a parent's perspective.Learn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/ HeadStrong Consulting: https://www.headstrongconsulting.com/ Learn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservices LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-services Indeed: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Utah-Behavior-Services-1/jobs Contact: [email protected]

31 min
Dec 26, 2024Episode 20
Finding Balance in Holiday Chaos

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we sat down with Assistant Director Kenzie Bradshaw and RBT Mentor Cameron Barnes to discuss support during the holiday season and tips and tricks for getting everybody ready for the transition to winter break.Learn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/ https://988lifeline.org/https://safeut.org/ Learn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservices LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-services Indeed: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Utah-Behavior-Services-1/jobs Contact: [email protected]

32 min
Oct 15, 2024Episode 19
Why Families Trust Utah Parent Center

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we sat down with Executive Director Joey Hanna and Associate Director Esperanza Reyes about this year's Top Golf Charity Event, organized by the Utah Parent Center. Tune in to learn more about the Center’s mission and the work they do! Learn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/Utah Parent Center: https://utahparentcenter.org/Learn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-servicesIndeed: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Utah-Behavior-Services-1/jobsContact: [email protected]

51 min
Sep 24, 2024Episode 18
Ongoing Self-Care with Dr. Nicole Detling

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we sat down with Dr. Nicole Detling and Braydon Coleman to discuss the 2024 Olympics and questions from our recent Self-Care Summit. Learn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/.HeadStrong Consulting: https://www.headstrongconsulting.com/Learn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-servicesIndeed: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Utah-Behavior-Services-1/jobsContact: [email protected]

37 min
Aug 27, 2024Episode 17
Emotional Wellness with Dr. John Delony

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we spoke with Dr. John Delony, mental and emotional health expert and speaker from our recent Self-Care Summit, to answer your questions as you find joy in your journey.Additional resources:Website: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/john-delonyYouTube: https://ter.li/rhj1heInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/johndelony/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@johndelonyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JohnDelony/X: https://x.com/johndelonyLearn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/.Learn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-servicesIndeed: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Utah-Behavior-Services-1/jobsContact: [email protected]

41 min
Aug 14, 2024Episode 16
Behind the Scenes of the Last Year!

Send us a textBridging the Gap is One Year Old!?😱 In this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we sat down with the hosts of Bridging the Gap to share their behind the scenes moments in this one-year anniversary episode. Learn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/AFSP: https://afsp.org/Learn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-servicesIndeed: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Utah-Behavior-Services-1/jobsContact: [email protected]

37 min
Jul 23, 2024Episode 15
Financial Wellness with George Kamel

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we spoke with George Kamel, financial expert and speaker from our recent Self-Care Summit, to answer your questions as you find joy in your journey.Additional resources:Website: https://www.ramseysolutions.com/george-kamelYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@georgekamel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgekamel/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@george.kamelFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialGeorgeKamelX: https://twitter.com/georgekamel https://www.laurelroad.com/georgeLearn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/.Learn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-servicesIndeed: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Utah-Behavior-Services-1/jobsContact: [email protected]

19 min
Jul 2, 2024Episode 14
Getting a First Look at CASP

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we spoke with four of our team members who are first-time attendees of this year's Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP) Conference.Learn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/.CASP: https://www.casproviders.orgLearn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-servicesIndeed: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Utah-Behavior-Services-1/jobsContact: [email protected]

24 min
Jun 18, 2024Episode 13
Growing ABA Advocacy: Insights from CUAP and Legal Experts

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we sat down with members from CUAP (The Coalition of Utah ABA Providers) and two legal experts who attended this year's Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP) Conference. Learn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/.CASP: https://www.casproviders.orgCUAP: https://www.utahabaproviders.orgLearn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-servicesIndeed: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Utah-Behavior-Services-1/jobsContact: [email protected]

33 min
Jun 4, 2024Episode 12
Growing the Field: Presenting at CASP

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we sat down with five of our team members who gave presentations at this year's Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP) Conference. Hear what they say about bridging the gap between ABA/behavioral and mental health services, compliance and quality assurance standards, and integrating academics into ABA.Learn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/.CASP: https://www.casproviders.orgLearn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-servicesIndeed: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Utah-Behavior-Services-1/jobsContact: [email protected]

41 min
May 7, 2024Episode 11
Exploring Self-Care with Dr. Nicole Detling

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we sat down with Dr. Nicole Detling and Bella Lauaki to elaborate on self-care and to announce the upcoming Self-Care Summit.   Learn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/.HeadStrong Consulting: https://www.headstrongconsulting.com/RSVP: https://utbsselfcaresummit2024.rsvpify.com/ Learn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-servicesIndeed: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Utah-Behavior-Services-1/jobsContact: [email protected]

51 min
Apr 23, 2024Episode 10
What is the Coalition of Utah ABA Providers?

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we sat down with CUAP President Breanne Clement and CUAP Secretary/Treasurer/President-Elect Maria Caceres-Loveless to discuss what CUAP is, what it's for, and how they operate.   Learn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/.CUAP: https://www.utahabaproviders.orgLearn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-servicesIndeed: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Utah-Behavior-Services-1/jobsContact: [email protected]

30 min
Apr 2, 2024Episode 9
Growing Professionals (Part 2): RBT Pathway

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we sat down with Marie Nielsen (BCBA) and Gabi Clayton to discuss the pathway to becoming an RBT and any advice they would give to others growing their career in the behavioral health industry/ABA field. Learn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/.Learn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-servicesIndeed: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Utah-Behavior-Services-1/jobsContact: [email protected]

32 min
Mar 12, 2024Episode 8
Growing Professionals: BCBA Pathway

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we sat down with Amanda Klein and Lisa Eberly to discuss their journeys in the ABA field as BCBAs.  Learn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/.Learn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-servicesIndeed: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Utah-Behavior-Services-1/jobsContact: [email protected]

1 hr 4 min
Feb 13, 2024Episode 7
Hearts on the Hill

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we sat down with Natalie Whatcott and Kerry Gibson to discuss Hearts on the Hill, ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis), and advocacy.  Learn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/.Learn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-servicesIndeed: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Utah-Behavior-Services-1/jobs

28 min
Jan 30, 2024Episode 6
Ten Year Talk with UTBS

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we sat down with Anna Lavenberg and Jodi Bonella to discuss their 10-year journey with UTBS. Anna is a BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst), and Jodi is a family account specialist.  Learn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/.Learn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-servicesIndeed: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Utah-Behavior-Services-1/jobs

35 min
Dec 12, 2023Episode 5
Strengthening Families During the Holidays

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we sat down with Shay Lambert and Bella Lauaki to discuss support during the holiday season. Learn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/.Learn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-services

40 min
Nov 21, 2023Episode 4
Impacting Families on and off the Court With Coach Judkins

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we sat down with Jon Judkins and Bella Lauaki. Learn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/.Learn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-services

31 min
Oct 12, 2023Episode 3
Advocacy in Action

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we sat down with Christy Peterson and Camille Larson to discuss family advocacy work.  Learn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/.Learn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-services

39 min
Sep 6, 2023Episode 2
Building Resilience: A Call to Action for Suicide Prevention

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we sat down with Mindy Deeter and Allison Phillips to discuss the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or are concerned about someone or a loved one, help is available. Call 988 for free and confidential emotional support and crisis counseling, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, across the United States.Learn more at https://utahbehaviorservices.com/.Learn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-services

54 min
Aug 15, 2023Episode 1
What is UTBS Academy?

Send us a textIn this episode of Bridging the Gap, hosted by Utah Behavior Services, we sat down with members of the UTBS Academy team in preparation for the school year to discuss what UTBS Academy is, who it's for, and how they operate. Learn more at https://academy.utahbehaviorservices.com/.Learn more about who we are and what we do by following any of our socials below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/utahbehaviorservices/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/utahbehaviorservicesLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/utah-behavior-services