Stay Calm: Systematic Solutions Under Pressure

Includes a Live Web Event on 04/22/2026 at 3:00 PM (EDT)

Join us for an upcoming live CEU focused on staying grounded, analytical, and effective when clinical pressure is high.

Stay Calm: Systematic Solutions Under Pressure

Wednesday, April 22, 3 – 4 p.m. EST
1 Ethics CEU
Cost: Free
Presenter: Sarah B. Costa, M.S.Ed., BCBA, Director of Clinical Excellence

High-stakes client situations can escalate quickly. This CEU focuses on how behavior analysts can maintain composure and professional judgment during moments involving high-intensity aggression, self-injury, or property destruction.

Participants will learn how to slow the moment down, systematically assess variables under pressure, and move beyond reactive responses to apply deliberate, data-driven solutions that prioritize safety, ethics, and meaningful outcomes. The session emphasizes keeping a clear analytic process intact when it matters most.

This CEU is designed to support confident clinical decision-making in real-world crisis situations.

We hope you’ll join us.

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Sarah B. Costa, M.S.Ed., BCBA, LABA (MA), LBA (RI) (Moderator)

Director of Clinical Excellence

Bierman Autism Centers

Sarah B. Costa is a dedicated behavior analyst currently serving as the Director of Clinical Excellence at Bierman Autism Centers. With over 11 years of experience as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and over 20 years in the field, Sarah has cultivated a deep expertise across diverse clinical settings. Her extensive background includes specialized work with individuals exhibiting high-intensity behaviors, where she has developed and implemented systematic, evidence-based interventions to promote meaningful change. Sarah's commitment to advancing the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is further demonstrated by her ongoing pursuit of a Ph.D. in ABA, reflecting her passion for bridging clinical practice with scholarly research and maintaining the highest standards of professional care.