Behavioral Pediatric Institute of Alabama

04/24/2026

What an incredible two nights. Honored to be part of the University lineup—truly a rewarding experience.

04/15/2026

Join us to discuss how the adolescent brain and rapid developmental changes shape teen behavior. We will reframe behavior as communication—shifting from defiance to underlying skill gaps, stress, and dysregulation.

With this change in perspective, parenting moves from control and punishment to connection, teaching, and skill-building to reduce conflict and power struggles- and discipline effectively.

We will learn how to build the 7 Cs of resilience—competence, confidence, connection, character, contribution, coping, and control—so teens can grow into capable, independent, and resilient young adults.

Real strategies. Real understanding. Real change.

04/08/2026

🚨 Join Us for a Free Community Workshop🚨

Struggling with challenging behaviors? You're not alone—and there’s a better way to understand and respond.

Join us for “Challenging Behaviors”, a community education workshop through the UAB Regional Autism Network. This session is designed to help caregivers shift from reacting to behaviors → to understanding and responding with connection and confidence.

During this workshop, you’ll learn to:
✔️ See behavior as communication
✔️ Understand the brain states that drive behavior
✔️ Build connection, safety, and emotional regulation
✔️ Use practical, effective strategies that work

🗓 Friday, April 10th
⏰ 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 In-person (St. Clair County Board of Education) OR virtual option available

🎤 Presented by Dr. Stacy Ladden & Dr. Stephanie Stoll

💻 Attendance is FREE, but registration is required:
👉 https://uab.zoom.us/meeting/register/i-333xKdRn61XEHopK3OtQ #/registration

Whether you're a parent, educator, or caregiver—this workshop will give you tools you can use immediately.

📣 Save your spot and share with someone who could benefit! 💙

Please join us as speakers Dr. Stacy Ladden and Dr. Stephanie Stoll, Co-Founders of the Behavioral Pediatric Institute of Alabama, present about Challenging Behaviors in autistic children. Participants will: - Gain a basic understanding of Conscious Discipline. - Learn about behavior in terms of the...

03/20/2026

Happy Birthday to Dr. Heather Zevator Lebensburger! Dr. Heather, we hope you enjoy your day BIG. We love you. We are grateful for your incredible skill set, devotion to patients, and sense of humor. You are an invaluable part of our team and make this world a better place!🌍🎉🥳🎁🥰❤️💕🀄️

12/22/2025

Happy Birthday to Nicole Crabtree Mishkin! Nicole, we hope you have had a fabulous day! Nicole is an essential part of the BPIA team. She brings an exceptional skillset, unwavering passion, and dedication to the families and schools she serves. Nicole is also an incredible teammate and friend. We love you and are so thankful for you! 🎉💙

12/17/2025

We are celebrating Chris Dudchock today! Chris is such a wonderful support for our staff as well as the families we serve. He has such heart and care, and it shows through his interactions. He is the glue for our office and we are so lucky to have him! Cheers to another wonderful year, Chris! Happy, Happy Birthday!!

12/06/2025

You’re invited to join Nicole Crabtree Mishkin for her incredible presentation about toilet training. Nicole has over 15 years of experiencing helping individuals and families with toilet training. She is such a dynamic and engaging speaker! This is an event you will not want to miss.

SPROUT: Strong Parents Reaching Out, Uniting Together, a caregiver education workshop focused on Toilet Training, on December 11, 2025 at 12:30 p.m. at the AIDB North Campus in Decatur.

Hosted by the AIDB RISE Autism Program and the Opelika Regional Center Early Intervention team, this session offers supportive, practical guidance for caregivers. We’re honored to welcome Nicole Mishkin, BCBA, as our guest speaker.
Scan the QR code to register! 🌱✨

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving, and a very Happy Birthday to Dr. Stephanie Bethke Stoll!

Dr. Stoll, it feels so meaningful that your birthday falls on a day when we pause to give thanks. Thank you for your kindness, compassion, and extraordinary dedication. You give so much of yourself to others- the children, families, and schools with whom you work- as well as your family and our team. Our lives are all brighter because of you!

May your day be filled with happiness, time with those you love, and much deserved fun and laughter!

We love you! Happy Birthday!🥰🥳🤩😍

07/01/2025

🌟 We're Hiring! 🌟

Are you a Licensed Counselor or Clinical Psychologist with a passion for supporting children and families? Join our compassionate and collaborative team!

We’re a thriving mental health practice that believes in helping the whole child reach his/her full potential. If you value evidence-based care, flexible work options, and a supportive clinical environment—we want to meet you!

✨ What We Offer:
✔️ Competitive Pay
✔️ Flexible Scheduling
✔️ Admin & Billing Support
✔️ Growth & Training Opportunities
✔️ A Warm, Supportive Team and Work Family

📍 Work with children and families across outpatient, school, home, and community settings.

📩 Apply Today: Send your resume + cover letter to info@behavioralpediatricinstitute.com

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06/28/2025

Today is a very special day! We would like to wish Dr. Ladden a very happy birthday! She is such a special and wonderful human being. Her love for others is so evident, which includes her dedication to her clients and family, but also to others who simply come in her path. Kind, caring, and compassionate are all ways to describe her. We all hope you feel so celebrated and loved today, Dr. Ladden!

06/18/2025

We are looking forward to participating in this event! Come join us as we discuss challenging behaviors through a conscious discipline approach.

🧠 TOMORROW! Community Education Workshop: Challenging Behaviors
Date/Time: Wednesday, June 18 | 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: Children’s at Patriot Park, Suite 130, Homewood, AL & Virtual Option
Presenters: Dr. Stacy Ladden & Dr. Stephanie Stoll
Description: Learn strategies for understanding and managing problem behaviors, with a focus on maintaining optimism and building support systems.
👉 In-person registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/uab-ran-community-education-workshop-challenging-behaviors-tickets-1366046314299?aff=oddtdtcreator
👉 Virtual registration: https://uab.zoom.us/meeting/register/y5jjo3StR7CU614fjdkNVg #/registration

06/12/2025

Happy, Happy Birthday to Dr. Patton. Dr. Patton, we are so grateful that you are a part of our team and loved getting to celebrate you yesterday. Dr. Patton has a special way of connecting with others through her genuine care, concern, and sense of humor. Dr. Patton is an exceptional clinician. She is dedicated to providing thorough and comprehensive diagnostic evaluations. Please join us in wishing Dr. Patton a happy birthday!