FUNCTIONAL BEHAVIOR ASSESSMENT FORMULATION – Behaviour Management Form

Struggling to understand and respond to challenging behavior effectively? Our Behavior Formulation Support Document – Functional Reflection Tool is designed to help educators, therapists, behavior practitioners and support staff take a step-by-step approach to understanding the why behind a behavior and guide thoughtful intervention planning. This practical and trauma-informed resource is the perfect companion for Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) or when a deeper reflection on behavior patterns is needed.

Our easy-to-use tool supports collaborative discussion, enhances your understanding of behavior, and ensures that responses are compassionate, proactive, and person centered.

What’s Included:

• Behavior Formulation Reflection Form – A structured worksheet to break down behavioral incidents by exploring what happened before, during, and after the behavior, and what might have escalated or calmed the situation.
• Completed Sample Form – A fully annotated example to guide users in completing the reflection with clarity and depth.
• Key Concepts Poster: “5 Things to Remember About Behavior” – A colorful, student- and staff-friendly poster explaining core behavior principles like function, antecedents, consequences, and support planning.
• Two Spelling Versions – Includes both American English and Australian/Canadian English versions for easy use across school and therapy settings.

Why You’ll Love This Tool:

Promotes a functional and strengths-based approach to behavior.

Helps identify patterns, triggers, and support strategies.

Encourages team-based problem solving with families and professionals.

Supports the development of Positive Behavior Support Plans.

Ideal for use in IEP meetings, therapy sessions, and staff training.

Whether you’re a teacher, counselor, therapist, or support worker, this tool will help you move beyond surface-level observations and create meaningful, proactive behavior plans that support the whole child.