# #234: The Ethics of Problem Solving for Speech Therapists and BCBAs SLP/BCBA Collaboration

An episode of [The ABA Speech Podcast- Easy Strategies for Speech Therapists, BCBAs, and RBTs](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1547876741), 24 Jun 2025, 13 min.

Audio: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1572088/episodes/17346186-234-the-ethics-of-problem-solving-for-speech-therapists-and-bcbas-slp-bcba-collaboration.mp3

Responding with “Where’s the research for that?” may be quick, but it can strain professional relationships. Today, we’re diving into a simple framework you can start using in your school or clinic—starting tomorrow! So, how do we navigate disagreements when our training and backgrounds differ? The truth is—our way isn’t the only way. Consider this quote from the article Maintaining Professional Relationships in an Interdisciplinary Setting: Strategies for Navigating Nonbehavioral Treatment Recommendations for Individuals with Autism: “An interdisciplinary collaboration for individuals with ASD involves combining the strengths of multiple disciplines in order to maximize client outcomes.” As we walk through the decision-making flowchart featured in the article, remember: keep an open mind, take time to understand the treatment in question, and always prioritize the client’s outcome and safety. Stay tuned for more of my 10-minute episodes, where I answer the most commonly asked questions. #autism #speechtherapy What’s Inside: • A simple framework for avoiding conflict in collaboration. • The importance of a multidisciplinary approach. • 10-minute summer series. Mentioned In This Episode: Maintaining Professional Relationships in an Interdisciplinary Setting: Strategies for Navigating Nonbehavioral Treatment Recommendations for Individuals with Autism - PMC Join Our Ethics Course! Speech Membership - ABA Speech ABA Speech: Home

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