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Understanding Autism and Friendships: Building Connections

Discover how autism and friendships intersect in our latest blog. Learn strategies to help individuals with autism...

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The Impact of Autism Media Representation on Society

Explore the impact of autism media representation on society. Discover how positive portrayals can influence perceptions and...

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Can Two Autistic People Have a Normal Child?

Can two autistic people have a normal child? Understand the genetics, risks, and possibilities involved in autism...

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Does ABA Count as Mental Health Service?

Does ABA count as mental health service? Learn how ABA therapy fits within the mental health and...

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Should I Give My Autistic Child an iPad?

Should I give my autistic child an iPad? Learn how tablets can support learning, communication, and daily...

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Can You Pause ABA Therapy? What Parents Should Know

Can you pause ABA therapy? Learn when it's okay to take a break and what to consider...

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Can a Child Show Signs of Autism and Not Be Autistic?

Can a child show signs of autism and not be autistic? Learn why overlapping behaviors don’t always...

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Can Adults with Autism Live Alone: Understanding Independence

Wondering if can adults with autism live alone? Discover insights on independence, challenges, and support options for...

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What is the Hardest Part of Raising a Kid with Autism?

Discover what is the hardest part of raising a kid with autism. Families can gain insights and...

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Can You Self Identify as Autistic Without a Diagnosis?

Can you self identify as autistic? Yes—learn the facts and how Bluebell ABA can help you explore...

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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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