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Young girl with autism in a yellow sweater resting on a pillow and looking thoughtfully to the side.

Why Do Autistic People Rock?

The question “Why do autistic people rock?” is more than a feel-good phrase. It reflects a growing...

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Young boy with autism pulling his hair and yelling in frustration against a plain background.

How to Stop a Child from Hitting Themselves

Seeing a child hit themselves can be alarming and heartbreaking. Whether it’s head-hitting, face-slapping, or hitting their...

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Two children with autism warmly hugging each other with smiles in a cozy indoor setting.

What Does “Hyperempathy” Look Like in Autism?

For years, autism was incorrectly associated with a lack of empathy. In reality, many autistic individuals experience...

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Young girl painting with colorful art supplies during ABA therapy.

Art Therapy and Autism: Benefits, Techniques, and What Parents Should Know

There are moments in therapy when a child will draw something that says more than a full...

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Child with autism lying in bed holding stuffed teddy bear.

ABA for Autism and Sleep Disorders: Evidence-Based Support

Sleep is a learned behavior influenced by environment, routine, and reinforcement patterns. In children with autism, sleep...

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Child with autism relaxing in hammock outdoors smiling

What Calms Autism? Practical Tips for Parents

Calm is a skill that can be supported, strengthened, and taught. While autism itself does not need...

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Child wearing goggles and cardboard wings pretending to fly while standing on a bed in a bedroom.

Needs of a Person with Autism, Explained

Autism presents differently in every individual, but the need for structured, thoughtful support remains consistent. At Bluebell...

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Two young children running and playing inside during center-based ABA therapy.

Understanding Autism Hyperactivity in Children

Hyperactivity in autism can look overwhelming. Constant movement. Difficulty sitting. Impulsive behavior that seems nonstop. In my...

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Child with autism watching a laptop under a blanket with popcorn.

Is YouTube Good for Kids with Autism?

YouTube is everywhere. It’s in waiting rooms, on tablets during errands, and often part of daily routines...

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Baby lying in crib with video baby monitor beside bed.

Is There a Link Between Baby Monitors and Autism?

The internet can make almost anything sound convincing — especially when it’s tied to something as emotional...

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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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