Bringing Language to Life: A Narrative on Language Acquisition in ABA Sessions
Discover how understanding Gestalt and Analytic language acquisition can transform ABA therapy. A fresh look at supporting autistic learners through meaningful language.
ABA Concepts Simplified
World ABA Day: Leading with Kindness in ABA Therapy
Celebrate World ABA Day by reflecting on the power of kindness in ABA. Learn about ABA’s history, its evolution, and how compassion shapes positive outcomes for clients, parents, and professionals.
ABA Therapy and Discrete Trial Teaching (DTT): Enhancing Learning for Children with Autism
Discover how Discrete Trial Teaching (DTT) in ABA therapy effectively teaches children with autism essential skills. Learn the benefits, limitations, and best practices for implementing DTT successfully.
Autism and Anxiety: Powerful ABA Tools to Understand and Alleviate Anxiety in Children with Autism
Anxiety often coexists with autism, creating significant challenges for children and families. Understanding anxiety from an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) perspective provides powerful insights and practical tools to manage and alleviate these difficulties.
Echolalia in Autism: Understanding Its Role in Communication and Neurodiversity
Echolalia, often viewed as a communication impairment in autism, is increasingly recognized as a functional and meaningful aspect of speech. This blog explores its role in autistic communication, drawing from research to highlight its cognitive, emotional, and social significance.
ABA and Gut Health in Autism: Recognizing Behavior as Communication
Many behaviors in ABA therapy are mistakenly labeled as attention-seeking or escape-driven when, in reality, they are signs of gut health issues like bloating or constipation. This blog explores how gut discomfort impacts behavior and why addressing internal health is crucial before implementing skill-building or behavior reduction strategies in therapy.
The Power of Communication: Introducing AAC at Home and Beyond
Many non-verbal children develop routines where their needs are met without using structured communication, making it difficult to introduce Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) later. In this blog, we explore the challenges of introducing AAC to older learners, why early communication intervention is crucial, and step-by-step strategies for parents to integrate AAC at home effectively. Whether you’re a caregiver or professional, this guide will help you empower your child with the tools they need to communicate and advocate for themselves.
Supporting Executive Functioning in Kids: ABA Strategies for Learning & Self-Regulation
Executive functioning skills shape how children learn, plan, and manage emotions. This blog explores how EF difficulties impact daily life and offers ABA strategies that help kids develop focus, organization, and self-regulation skills for long-term success.
From Tears to Trust: Considering Biological Needs in Therapy Sessions
Before addressing behavior in therapy, it’s crucial to rule out biological and medical factors. This post dives into the importance of understanding hunger, sleep, and health-related variables—and how considering these needs builds trust, reduces frustration, and fosters better therapy outcomes.
The Importance of Functional Literacy and Numeracy in ABA
Functional literacy and numeracy are more than academic skills—they are life skills. This blog explores how ABA can support children in developing essential reading and math abilities that contribute to long-term independence and success in daily life.