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A toddler in a striped outfit, wearing a bow headband, plays with sensory bins. One bin has colorful pasta, the other has nuts. The setting is a wooden play area.

Autism and Sensory Diets – Do They Work? What the Science...

Many families ask: autism and sensory diets – do they work? Sensory diets are structured schedules of...

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A child and two adults mold colorful clay on a table, conveying creativity and learning. The atmosphere is warm and engaging, with hands shown actively shaping the clay.

Easy Natural Environment Teaching Activities for Autism at Home

Natural Environment Teaching (NET) is a powerful ABA approach that teaches skills within real-life settings. Here are...

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A smiling nurse with a stethoscope interacts with a young child and mother. The child, in a yellow shirt, appears happy. A plant is in the background.

Autism and Medical Appointments: How to Prepare Effectively

Medical appointments can be stressful for children with autism, but proper preparation helps reduce anxiety and improve...

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A group of young children sit on the floor in a circle, attentively listening to two adults. The setting is calm, with a focus on engagement.

Is Group ABA Therapy Right for Your Child? Pros and Cons

Group ABA therapy sessions offer unique benefits and challenges. Understanding the pros and cons of group ABA...

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First Month of ABA: A Parent’s Guide to Early Progress

Starting ABA therapy is a major step for families, and understanding what parents can expect in their...

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Understanding Autism in Women: Symptoms to Look For

Key Highlights Here’s a quick look at what you’ll learn about autism symptoms in women. Autism often...

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Why Is There So Much Autism Now? A Look at Current...

Key Highlights Here are the key takeaways about the rise in autism diagnoses: The autism spectrum is...

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What Are the Three Basic Principles of ABA Therapy?

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a widely used, evidence-based therapy that helps children with autism and other...

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Master ABA Techniques at Home: A Parent’s Guide

As a parent, you are your child’s first and most important teacher. If your child has been...

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Comprehensive ABA vs Focused ABA: Key Differences Explained

The world of behavior analysis offers a diverse array of therapeutic approaches tailored to meet the unique...

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Our team

Meet Our Writers

The clinicians behind every post — sharing what they know from years on the floor, in homes, and in classrooms.

Sarah Mitchell, MS, BCBA

Sarah Mitchell

MS, BCBA

Sarah got into ABA because her nephew was diagnosed with autism when she was in college. She watched her sister navigate waitlists, insurance denials, and therapists who didn't show up — and decided to build her career around being the kind of provider families can actually count on. She's been a BCBA for seven years, specializing in early intervention and parent training. Her posts answer the questions parents are actually asking, without the jargon. Sarah lives in New Jersey with her two dogs and a coffee habit her coworkers find concerning.

MS in Applied Behavior Analysis · Board Certified Behavior Analyst · 7 years of clinical experience

Marcus Thompson, BCBA, LBA

Marcus Thompson

BCBA, LBA

Marcus spent five years as an RBT before becoming a BCBA, so he knows what ABA therapy looks like from the ground up. He's run thousands of sessions, weathered every kind of meltdown, and celebrated breakthroughs that took months to earn. He writes about the real, messy, rewarding work of therapy: what actually happens in a session, why progress isn't linear, and how to tell if it's working. Marcus specializes in school-based therapy and behavior intervention, and he's never met a data sheet he didn't love.

Board Certified Behavior Analyst · Licensed Behavior Analyst · 9 years of clinical experience

Emily Rodriguez, MEd, RBT

Emily Rodriguez

MEd, RBT

Emily is in the field every single day — on the floor with kids, running sessions, tracking data, and watching skills click into place one small step at a time. She writes for parents who want to know what ABA therapy really looks like beyond the clinical language. Her posts are practical, clear, and full of the kind of insight you only get from doing this work daily. Emily is bilingual in English and Spanish and is currently completing her BCBA certification.

MEd in Special Education · Registered Behavior Technician · Pursuing BCBA certification · 5 years of clinical experience

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