Kristy BanksM.A., BCBA
Free 4-part mini-series

The Stress-Free Way to Respond to Challenging Behavior

In under 20 minutes, learn why students escalate, how to stay calm when they do, and exactly what to do in the moment, without overthinking it.

Four short videos. Practical tools.

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    What's inside

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    Video 1

    Understanding Behavior

    Learn how to identify the function of student behavior using SEAT and the ABCs so you can respond effectively instead of reacting.

    Video 2

    Staff Resilience & Behavior

    Learn how adult self-regulation, trust, and co-regulation strategies create a calmer classroom and prevent escalation.

    Video 3

    Prevention Strategies & Tools

    Learn how to prevent challenging behavior by addressing triggers early, building strong relationships, and setting up a predictable, supportive environment.

    Video 4

    How to Respond to Escalation

    Learn how to respond to escalation by modeling calm, offering simple choices, and reinforcing the behavior you want to see.

    Kristy Banks
    Your instructor

    Kristy Banks, M.A., BCBA

    Board Certified Behavior Analyst · Safety-Care Trainer · Compassion Cultivation Trainer

    Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Safety Care Trainer, educator, Compassion Cultivation Trainer, and mom with over 15 years of experience as a classroom teacher, district-level coach, and curriculum leader.

    My mission is to equip educators with the skills, compassion, and resilience to thrive, so schools become inclusive, supportive communities where both staff and students succeed.