Lone Star ABA
Affiliated in 2009.
Contact Info
- Gerald Harris
- Houston, TX
- Phone: (713) 353-0254
- Fax: (713) 353-0253
Mission/Objectives
The purpose of LSABA shall be to promote the analytical science of behavior and its associated technologies, as well as:
- Serve as a scientific and professional network and reference group for all in the Houston, South Texas area who identify themselves as scientists or practitioners in disciplines which embrace the principles and practices of behavior analysis.
- Promote research that will advance understanding of behavioral processes.
- Identify and promote the use of effective and humane behavioral procedures in meeting the educational and habilitative needs of people within the State of Texas.
- Advise political, legislative, and policy-making bodies with respect to all matters pertaining to behavior analysis in Texas.
- Work to support and develop quality standards for the practice of behavior analysis.
Description of Membership
LSABA will consist of two classes of members, voting and non-voting, and categories in each class may be established by Board. Members of both classes are entitled to the rights and privileges of LSABA as are appropriate for their membership category.
An applicant for voting membership status will possess certification, BCBA or BCaBA by the BACB, or be eligible for such certification in behavior analysis or a related discipline. The applicant will also demonstrate competence in either experimental or applied behavior analysis. The applicant must be a voting member of the Association for Behavior Analysis.
There will be a class for non-voting members designated as Affiliates who will have such privileges as granted by Board.
Recurring Annual Events
An Annual business Meeting will be held to coincide with the annual conference.