Behavior is a Language: Here's How to Listen

Do you ever feel entirely overwhelmed by your child's challenging behavior and secretly worry that you’re failing as a parent? In this episode of _Pulse Check_, host Angie Jordin sits down with Dr. Beth Long, a licensed professional counselor, board-certified behavior analyst, and founder of Works of Wonder in Montgomery, Alabama. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Long offers a beautifully liberating perspective: behavioral struggles are not character flaws or signs of bad parenting—they are simply skill deficits. What We Discuss: Why "acting out" is usually a child's way of saying, “I don’t know how to use my words right now.” The power of pausing: Why you don’t need to solve a behavioral problem in the heat of the moment. The three proactive golden rules: Following through, teaching children to ask for permission, and practicing skills through play. How childhood skill deficits follow us into adult relationships and the modern workplace. An exclusive look at Dr. Long's brand-new resource for potty training children with developmental delays. If you are navigating behavioral hurdles or want to explore family counseling, check out the free resources and clinic services at Works of Wonder Therapy in Montgomery. Remember, behavior change isn't a straight line, and repetition is the best teacher. Be gentle with yourself today as you take the next step on your family's wellness journey.