Happy New Year from Meeting Midway! 🎉

In this special year-in-review episode, we reflect on the journey so far, recap the exciting episodes we’ve released in 2024, and shine a spotlight on the incredible guests who joined us. We also share a sneak peek of what’s coming in 2025!

Since launching Meeting Midway in 2022, we’ve created 25 episodes (including this one) and delivered over 13 hours of content. Our mission has been to empower listeners with practical knowledge and tools to enhance Tier 2 systems and gain a deeper understanding of the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS).

Join us as we revisit highlights, celebrate milestones, and look forward to an exciting year ahead. Don’t forget to let us know what topics or guests you’d like to hear about in future episodes—your feedback shapes our show!

Show Notes
Association for Positive Behavior Support Conference 2025 - https://apbs.org/conference/ 
Missouri Department of Mental Health - Multi Tiered System of Supports - https://dmh.mo.gov/dev-disabilities/tiered-supports/mtss
Missouri Department of Mental Health - Tiered Supports - https://dmh.mo.gov/dev-disabilities/tiered-supports
Ep 14 – Tier 2 Risk Screening (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3apFVeOsaOsuPNSMMXrINE?si=o3Yr9DrfSSu86Q0EzU5ZJA 
Ep 15 – Enriched Environments (https://open.spotify.com/episode/71URtfIAVJuiGnIZjA0XxJ?si=I8RHpeUnTEeQggMHevN80g) 
Ep 16 – Remote Supports (https://open.spotify.com/episode/12VUOJNyYMfDzzKqUiQuoP?si=ZQ-Q0OGYRS6RE5nH_XiFPA) 
Ep 17 – APBS 2024 Conference (https://open.spotify.com/episode/12VUOJNyYMfDzzKqUiQuoP?si=ZQ-Q0OGYRS6RE5nH_XiFPA) 
Ep 18 – TSSET (https://open.spotify.com/episode/09mgPULF0JSJW5WIqHxIta?si=yqmNTHe5QzuVFE54J5tqMQ) 
Ep 19 – Communication and Health Advocacy Training (CHAT) (https://open.spotify.com/episode/6fPAQzGDOo9cm0wW1REfwx?si=QpZml7QsS3KiBofyAvM4Lw) 
Ep 20 – From Forensic Settings to Thriving in the Community: Australian Tiered Supports (https://open.spotify.com/episode/5e3EuOQajy9AmWGfjowiKg?si=77t3Mq8jQsWWYybrTLvKqg) 
Ep 21 – Tiered Fidelity Tools (https://open.spotify.com/episode/2nkj9ULg7Wy5fv4R3JKQDy?si=1xsoX8sPRDOVI2IuxBEHuw) 
Ep 22 - Do you have data? (https://open.spotify.com/episode/275ixwjZ8sucmVy7A6r1uE?si=gudsXbI_SRWHPSk3pl-lsQ) 
Ep 23 – Do you know about fading? (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3ZnPxgUwSWVe4Hwh6Jo1dq?si=oFMRmPDISWagZielvcSbBQ) 
Ep 24 – Are you ready for Tier 2? (https://open.spotify.com/episode/5dvRTBxdbwW4R0bxpxeHGw?si=4LCX6pesTNKrkljTbz2XjA) 

Additional Resources 
Missouri Department of Mental Health - https://dmh.mo.gov/
Missouri Department of Mental Health Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MODivisionDD
Missouri Division of Developmental Disabilities Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MODivisionDD
X - https://twitter.com/MentalHealthMO
Missouri Department of Mental Health Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPsFpAHi-lN5sEaf_pbhEWg
Missouri Division of Developmental Disabilities Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@modivisionofdevelopmentald1632



Ep 25. A year in in review 🎉

Hey everyone,  

Welcome to another episode of *Meeting Midway*! In this episode, we have the incredible honor of speaking with Dr. Steven Hayes—renowned psychologist, author, and the original founder of ACT: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.  

For those unfamiliar, ACT is a powerful behavioral therapy model focused on helping people live more meaningful lives by embracing psychological flexibility and aligning actions with deeply held values.  

Joining the conversation is Dr. Timothy Weil, Chief Behavior Analyst for the state of Missouri—and a former student of Dr. Hayes. Together, these two experts dive deep into the core principles of ACT, its unique benefits, and its transformative application for individuals diagnosed with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).  

Listeners will walk away with:  
- A foundational understanding of ACT  
- Insight into how ACT differs from traditional models like CBT  
- Practical examples of how ACT can improve the emotional and behavioral well-being of individuals with IDD  
- Guidance on the role of caregivers and how they can effectively implement ACT strategies  
- Discussion around common barriers and how to navigate them  

This conversation is packed with insight, compassion, and practical tools that can change how you see therapy, caregiving, and even yourself.  

Don’t forget to check out the show notes below for additional resources and links to the topics we discuss.

Show notes
Steven Hayes Main Webpage - https://stevenchayes.com/
BIT Link - https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240003927
Online ACT Courses - https://www.praxiscet.com/our-courses/

Additional show notes
Missouri Department of Mental Health - https://dmh.mo.gov/
Missouri Department of Mental Health Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MODivisionDD
Missouri Division of Developmental Disabilities Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MODivisionDD
X - https://twitter.com/MentalHealthMO
Missouri Department of Mental Health Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPsFpAHi-lN5sEaf_pbhEWg
Missouri Division of Developmental Disabilities Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@modivisionofdevelopmentald1632


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