Professional conversations at the intersection of ABA and sexuality.
📘 About the Blog
Welcome to Sex Ed, Behaviorally Speaking, a professional space where applied behavior analysis (ABA), sexuality education, and disability justice converge.
This blog is dedicated to exploring ethical, practical, and evidence-informed approaches to supporting sexual health, consent, boundaries, and bodily autonomy—especially for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Here, you’ll find:
- Behavior-analytic strategies for teaching sex education and personal safety
- Clinical case reflections and ethical decision-making tools
- Guidance for BCBAs, educators, therapists, teachers, and families navigating complex support needs
- Candid discussions about sexual rights, dignity, and professional scope
Whether you’re a parent or an RBT teaching hygiene skills, a BCBA consulting on inappropriate sexual behavior, or a sexuality educator collaborating with clinicians, this blog is your guide to doing this work ethically, clearly, and compassionately.
✍️ About the Author
Dr. Sorah Stein, PhD, BCBA-D, CSE, CSES, is a board-certified behavior analyst and certified sexuality educator with over 30 years of experience at the intersection of disability, behavior analysis, and sexual health. She provides clinical consultation, training, and advocacy around sexuality education, consent, and ethical support for individuals with complex needs.
Dr. Stein’s work is grounded in dignity, data, and deep respect for neurodiversity and bodily autonomy. Her expertise helps clinicians, educators, and families feel empowered—not paralyzed—by the challenges of addressing sexual behavior.
Sorah Stein, PhD, BCBA-D, CSE, CSES