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Tim Talks: Behavioral Health
Tim Talks: Behavioral Health is a fast-paced podcast featuring candid, 10-minute conversations with leaders across the behavioral health field.
Hosted by Timothy Zercher, CEO of A-Train Marketing, each episode dives into what’s actually working in marketing, practice growth, and leadership — with a sharp focus on ethics, sustainability, and smart strategy.
Designed for behavioral health providers, practice owners, and executive leaders, Tim Talks delivers real insight from real operators shaping the future of care.
Short talks. Big insights. Smarter growth.
New episodes weekly.
Episodes
132 episodes
Trish Murray – Licensed Behavior Analyst & Co-Owner, Surfside ABA Therapy
In this episode of Tim Talks: Behavioral Health, host Timothy A. Zercher sits down with Trish Murray, Licensed Behavior Analyst and Co-Owner of Surfside ABA Therapy, to explore what sustainable, family-centered growth really looks like...
Margaret Fitch – Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Boys & Girls Village
In this episode of Tim Talks, Tim Zercher sits down with Margaret Fitch, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at Boys & Girls Village, to explore the transformative power of applied behavior analysis (ABA) in supporting children with...
Ashleigh Dominguez - BCBA, Ashleigh Behavior Analysis, LLC
In this episode of Tim Talks: Behavioral Health, Tim Zercher sits down with Ashleigh Dominguez, BCBA, entrepreneur, and founder of Ashleigh Behavior Analysis, LLC. Ashleigh shares her unique journey into the world of ABA - a happy acci...
Moshe Katz – Practice Owner & Clinical Director, TE(A)CH Developmental and Behavioral Support, LLC
In this episode of Tim Talks: Behavioral Health, host Timothy A. Zercher sits down with Moshe Katz, Practice Owner and Clinical Director at TE(A)CH Developmental and Behavioral Support, LLC, to explore his journey in...
Lee Courrau, Founder of Social Pathways Curriculum
In this episode of Tim Talks: Behavioral Health, host Timothy Zercher sits down with Lee Courrau, creator of the Social Pathways Curriculum, for a candid and practical conversation about the real challenges inside ABA soc...
Dr. Jennifer Charles – Prioritizing Quality Over Rapid Growth in ABA Services
In this bite-sized episode of Tim Talks, Timothy Zercher sits down with Dr. Jennifer Charles, PhD, BCBA, founder of Building Blocks Resolutions. Dr. Jenn shares her journey into applied behavior analysis (ABA), why she fell in love with its obj...
Dr. Scott O’Donnell, PhD: Breaking Misconceptions in Applied Behavior Analysis
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is more than just a therapy for autism—it’s a science that can transform lives across all populations. In this episode, Dr. Scott O’Donnell, PhD, joins Tim Zercher to share his journey into ABA, tackle common mis...
Melanie Dallas: Leadership, Marketing & Expanding Access in Behavioral Health
Join Timothy A. Zercher as he sits down with Melanie Dallas, a seasoned behavioral health leader with nearly 40 years of experience, to explore the challenges and innovations in mental health care. From creating easier access for complex popula...
Tim Talks: James Douglas - Coaching ADHD Across Youth and Executive Populations
In this episode of Tim Talks: Behavioral Health, Timothy A. Zercher sits down with James Douglas, a behavioral health coach specializing in ADHD for both youth and executives. James shares his journey into behavioral health, how he tai...
Ethan Protzel - Founder & CEO, Behavior Group: Expanding Access to Care with AI-Powered ABA
Artificial intelligence is transforming the future of behavioral healthcare — but not by replacing clinicians. Instead, AI is unlocking more time, more accuracy, and more access to care.In this episode, Tim sits down with Ethan Protze...
Brianne Wolfgramm-Hardy - Building Trust and Community in Behavioral Health
In this episode of Tim Talks, Timothy A. Zercher sits down with Brianne Wolfgramm-Hardy, an expert in behavioral health community development and business strategy. Brianne shares her journey from working direct care in adolescent resi...
Jen Farris - Building Sprout MBC to Serve Underserved Communities
In this episode, Timothy A. Zercher sits down with Jen Farris, founder of Sprout MBC, to explore her journey from a college student unsure of her path to a passionate leader in behavioral health. Jen shares the story of how she got into ...
Dr. Sherilyn Duckworth: Turning Personal Struggle into Behavioral Health Advocacy
In this powerful episode of Tim Talks, Timothy A. Zercher sits down with Dr. Duckworth, a public health practitioner and founder of Empowered Solutions, to explore how personal experiences shape professional purpose. From surviving a t...
Frankie Wilson – Behavior, Branding, and Client Growth
In this episode of Tim Talks: Behavioral Health, Timothy A. Zercher sits down with Frankie Wilson, a behavioral strategist with a diverse career spanning entertainment, ministry, radio, and behavioral health. Frankie shares how behavio...
Jim Szyperski, CEO of Acuity Behavioral: How AI is Reshaping Psychiatric Care
In this episode of Tim Talks: Behavioral Health, host Timothy A. Zercher sits down with Jim Szyperski, CEO of Acuity Behavioral, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming psychiatric care.Jim sh...
Tom Telford, CEO of LÉVO - Bringing the “Bio” to the Biopsychosocial Model
Entrepreneur-turned–mental health leader Tom Telford (CEO, LÉVO) joins Tim to unpack how his wife’s journey to becoming an LMFT led them to build LÉVO -primary mental healthcare focused on the “bio” in the biopsychosocial model.
Amber Nelms, M.A., BCBA - Leading Triangle ABA with Empathy, Integrity, and Neuroscience
In this episode of Tim Talks: Behavioral Health, host Timothy Zercher sits down with Amber Nelms, Founder & CEO of Triangle ABA, to explore what happens when leadership meets lived experience.Amber share...
Makenzie Sandler: Navigating the Future of ABA Therapy
In this episode of Tim Talks, Timothy A. Zercher sits down with Makenzie Sandler, Chief Strategy Officer at Bright Achievements, to explore the evolving landscape of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. With over 10 years of experi...
Shannon Carr: Leading with Heart in ABA Services
In this episode of Tim Talks: ABA Therapy, Timothy A. Zercher sits down with Shannon Carr, the Owner & Managing Director of Living Soul of New York Applied Behavior Analysis, to discuss her journey in the field of ABA. Shannon shar...
Dr. Danielle Taylor: Trauma-Informed Leadership, Innovation, and Growth at Spectrum360
How do you scale human-centered care without losing your soul? In this candid conversation, Dr. Danielle M. Taylor - Chief Operating Officer at Spectrum360 and Licensed Psychologist—shares how personal experience shaped her leadership, w...
Amanda Timonere - Championing Inclusive Leadership in Behavioral Health
In this episode of Tim Talks, host Timothy Zercher sits down with Amanda Timonere, clinical executive, entrepreneur, and founder of Zenful Collective™. Amanda shares her journey into behavioral health, how she balances executive leader...
Quatiba Davis, M.Ed., BCBA, LABA, LBA, IBA - Leading with Excellence in ABA
In this episode of Tim Talks, host Timothy A. Zercher sits down with Quatiba Davis, Chief Clinical Officer at ABA Centers and one of the most experienced leaders in applied behavior analysis (ABA). Quatiba shares her journey of ...
Dr. Jessica Osos, PhD, BCBA-D - Building Ethical & Family-Centered ABA Services
In this episode of Tim Talks: Behavioral Health, host Timothy A. Zercher sits down with Dr. Jessica Osos, PhD, BCBA-D, to discuss her journey from theater major to clinical leader in ABA. Jess shares insights on:<...
Mikki Schoone, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA, IBA - Bringing a Behavior Analyst’s Lens to Domestic Violence & Coercive Control
In this episode of Tim Talks: Behavioral Health, host Timothy Zercher sits down with Mikki Schoone, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 30 years in human services. Mikki shares her journey from developmental disabilitie...
Chelsea Freeman-Yates, LISW - Leading with Trauma-Informed Care and Community Collaboration
In this episode of Tim Talks, host Timothy A. Zercher sits down with Chelsea Freeman-Yates, LISW, Executive Director of the Lorain County Children and Families First Council. Chelsea shares her journey from school social work to...
