Today we’d like to introduce you to Brittany Taussig
Hi Brittany, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
My journey into the field of behavior analysis has been shaped by a deep passion for understanding children and helping them find their voice. I started with a bachelor’s degree in child psychology and a master’s degree in early childhood education, which led me to a career as a kindergarten teacher. I spent six years in the classroom, where I discovered that my true passion wasn’t just in teaching academics—it was in focusing on social-emotional learning (SEL) and conflict resolution.
While academics were important, I believed that emotional competency and behavior shaping laid the foundation for academic success. I knew that when children felt understood, regulated, and confident, they were more ready to access and retain academic content. Over those years, I found myself particularly drawn to working with children who had challenging behaviors. My principal noticed this strength as well, often asking me to support students from other classrooms who were struggling. It became clear to me that this was more than just a part of my job—it was my calling.
That realization inspired me to pursue a graduate certification in applied behavior analysis (ABA) and start my fieldwork to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). During this time, I transitioned into a role as a behavior interventionist, supporting children from Pre-K through 5th grade in regulating their emotions, resolving conflicts, and creating actionable plans for future success. If there was a student struggling anywhere in the building, I was the one called to help. This role deepened my love for the work and honed my skills in behavior support.
In March of 2023, I officially became a BCBA. While I valued my time in the school system, I grew increasingly frustrated with the lack of parent involvement and stakeholder buy-in, which made it challenging to implement effective behavior plans. By May of 2023, I decided to take a leap of faith and move into the private sector, hoping to better support children and their families.
However, as I explored various clinics, I noticed a trend: most practices focused primarily on children with autism or specific diagnoses. While this work is incredibly important, I felt a strong pull to support all children, regardless of whether they had a formal diagnosis. To me, behavior is behavior—it’s a form of communication, whether it comes from a neurodivergent child or a neurotypical one. This belief led me to create my own practice, one designed to support children and families based on their unique needs, without the requirement of a specific label.
What sets my practice apart is its flexibility and inclusivity. Many of my clients don’t have formal diagnoses; they may just need guidance in working through learned behaviors. My sessions often involve both parents and children, with a focus on family dynamics. I like to describe myself as being like JELLO—moldable and adaptable to whatever a family needs to thrive. I don’t just work with the child; I come alongside the entire family to understand the root of the behavior, identify unmet needs, and create strategies that foster growth and connection.
At the heart of my practice is the belief that “All behavior is communication. A few minutes of listening, observing, and understanding can save hours of miscommunication, frustration, and conflict. “A need met is a problem solved.” This quote by L.R. Knost resonates deeply with me and guides every interaction I have. My goal is simple: to help families understand their children better, meet their needs, and create lasting positive change.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Nothing is ever smooth sailing. Of course, there have been some hiccups along the way as I started my own practice with exactly zero clients. I had to learn how to network and market myself and my services. I had to put time into building partnerships with other organizations within the community and learn how to shape my practice to support the unique needs of the families in my community. At one point, there was a large need for parent classes, so I wrote a 6-week parent course for families. At another point, there was a need for support with emotional regulation and helping families understand how to help their children navigate their big emotions, so I created an emotion exploration activity kit for families to take home with 6 activities to target core emotions. The struggle has been adapting my support and services to exactly what my clients and families need at the time.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know?
As mentioned in my first response, I specialize in helping children and families navigate various social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. It might be navigating the addition of a new sibling, learning to listen the first time, resolving conflicts between siblings or parents, or working through executive functioning skills to complete school assignments, or managing chores and responsibilities at home—essentially anything life throws at you!
Parenting is such a challenging job and comes with many uphill battles. I love coming alongside parents, and helping them navigate those challenges as a team. There are millions of parenting books out there, but no one wrote a parenting book for their unique child. I strive to help families find the strategies and perfect interventions to support their child’s individual needs.
I hope I am known for helping parents bring the joy back into parenting! What sets my practice apart from others is my passion for helping not just the child but the whole family as they navigate through their current season and address the challenges that arise during this chapter of their lives.
Is there a quality that you most attribute to your success?
I believe the quality most important to my success is my adaptability. Just as I mold my sessions to meet the unique needs of each family, I’ve been able to adapt my practice to address the ever-changing challenges that parents and children face. Whether it’s creating a parent course, designing an emotion exploration activity kit, or adjusting strategies to support a specific child, my flexibility allows me to meet families where they are. Alongside adaptability, my genuine passion for helping families reconnect with the joy in parenting fuels my work. I approach every situation with empathy and curiosity, striving to understand each family’s dynamics so I can offer meaningful, individualized support.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://risebehavioralconsulting.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RiseBehavioralConsulting
