ABA therapy holds the potential to be transformative for children with autism, but a common and vital question for families is: how do we ensure it’s a genuinely positive and supportive journey? The good news is that with intentionality and partnership, ABA can become an empowering experience that helps…

  The terms “labeling” and “tacting” might sound like technical jargon, but they represent foundational building blocks of language in ABA therapy. One skill teaches basic vocabulary, while the other fosters meaningful connection and shared experience.   Consider this: a young client in our in-home ABA program had a deep…

  The principles of ABA therapy don’t end when the therapist leaves. When parents integrate these strategies into daily life, they often see more consistent progress, calmer routines, and a greater sense of connection with their child.   Consider the impact of one simple change: a mother in our parent…

  A common question is whether autistic individuals have better memories than their neurotypical peers. The reality is that people on the autism spectrum often display distinct and unique memory profiles. Some may demonstrate exceptional recall for facts, sequences, or visual details, while others might find working memory or processing…

If you are seeking support for someone with autism spectrum disorder, you will likely hear about Applied Behavior Analysis, or ABA therapy. It’s important to know that ABA is not a single, rigid program. Various types of ABA exist, each utilizing different methods and targeting distinct goals. Understanding these differences…

For parents of children on the autism spectrum, beginning ABA therapy is a significant decision. Knowing when to transition to a new phase of support is equally important. This choice is deeply personal, depending entirely on your child’s unique journey and whether their therapeutic goals have been meaningfully achieved. As…

Are you seeking an effective, structured approach to support a student’s challenging behavior? When a specific behavior repeatedly interferes with learning, a well-designed Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) provides a documented, step-by-step guide to address it. This plan is crafted to manage difficult behaviors proactively, teach the student new skills, and…

It is common for autistic children to avoid or limit eye contact, a behavior rooted in neurological differences that affect how social and sensory information is processed. For many, direct eye gaze can feel intensely overwhelming or uncomfortable, making sustained visual connection during interactions genuinely challenging.     The Neurological…

ABA therapy serves as a powerful intervention for teaching critical skills and managing behaviors, particularly for children on the autism spectrum. This leads to an important question for many families: can ABA therapy replace school? The clear and evidence-based answer is no. ABA therapy is designed to supplement and support…

ABA utilizes a strategy called task analysis to deconstruct writing into manageable components. This might start with foundational skills like holding a writing utensil correctly, progressing to imitating lines and shapes, then forming specific letters, writing familiar words, and eventually constructing sentences. At each stage, positive reinforcement—such as specific praise, access to…