

Behaviorally Speaking
RethinkCare
Board Certified Behavior Analysts Angela Nelson and Kristin Bandi bring together nearly four decades of experience working with children, teens, and their parents. Their knowledge and expertise in implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy has already helped thousands of parents better understand their children and improve everyday behaviors. Behaviorally Speaking focuses on common scenarios most parents face and provides tangible, lighthearted tips and techniques you can use in your own home.
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Mar 26, 2026 • 35min
Supporting Kids Through Difficult Current Events in the News
On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk about supporting kids when viewing difficult current events in the news. They dive into 5 tips to help parents support their kids’ wellbeing and emotional health, in age-appropriate ways, while still leaning in to being informed about the world. Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

Feb 21, 2026 • 49min
Raising Bilingual Kids
On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by a guest, Jess, to talk all about bilingualism and kids. Jess will answer questions about how to get started nurturing multiple languages, the different approaches to bilingualism, and dispel common myths. Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

Feb 2, 2026 • 45min
Kids and AI: The Good, The Bad, and Where Parents Fit In
On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk with their colleagues, Brad (senior data scientist at RethinkFirst) and Dusty (head of AI at RethinkFirst). They go over what AI is, the exciting parts, the risky and scary parts, and how parents can help their kids and teens use AI responsibly. Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

Dec 18, 2025 • 1h 1min
What’s up with Youth Sports?!
On this episode, Angela and Kristin talk the good, the bad, and the ugly when it comes to modern youth sports. They also discuss how parents can make the best decision for not only their child but whole family when it comes to this hot topic. Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

Dec 4, 2025 • 50min
Sportsmanship: What is it and how do we foster it across the ages?
On this episode, Angela and Kristin dive into all things sportsmanship. They talk about what it looks like at various stages of development and how parents can teach the related social and emotional skills that will serve kids well, both on and off the field.Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

Oct 26, 2025 • 50min
A Parent's Guide to Selective Mutism
On this episode, Angela and Kristin are joined by their colleague, Louis, to dive into the topic of selective mutism. They talk about how it differs from shyness and social anxiety, where it comes from, how it shows up, and what parents can do to support their kids. Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

Sep 29, 2025 • 42min
Imposter Syndrome for Parents- It’s a Real Thing!
On this episode, Angela and Kristin explore the phenomenon of parental imposter syndrome. They look at where it comes from, how it shows up for parents, and ways to address it with compassion.Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

Sep 1, 2025 • 56min
Child and Teen Mental Health: What Are We Seeing Today?
On this episode, Angela and Kristin chat with psychologist Dr. JJ Ferrito about what’s going on today in the world of child and teen mental health. JJ discusses what we’re seeing in research as well as his own practice in schools and with families, from relationships with screens, the benefits of allowing our children to take risks, tips for fostering strong mental health, and much more. Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

Jul 25, 2025 • 51min
Adventures in Middle School - How Parents and Tweens Can Effectively Prepare
On this episode, Angela and Kristin share tips to prepare for what is often referred to as one of the most notorious periods in a person’s life, middle school. They talk about what both tweens and their parents can do to get ready for the many experiences that come with being an 11- to 14-year-old at school. Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.

Jun 6, 2025 • 41min
Making the Most of Summer Break
On this episode, Angela and Kristin dive into all things summer. They talk about ways to teach skills, boost independence, blast summer boredom, and infuse fun into those hot summer days.Angela Nelson, EdD, BCBA, and Kristin Bandi, MA, BCBA, are Board Certified Behavior Analysts with expertise on human behavior and child development. They spend their days working with parents and caregivers of both typically developing children as well as children with learning, social, and behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities. This podcast is brought to you by RethinkCare. If you need support as a parent or caregiver of a child, we encourage you to ask your Human Resources team if RethinkCare is a part of your employer-provided benefits. RethinkCare reaches millions of lives globally through partnerships with top organizations and Fortune 1,000 companies.


