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Parents reading a book together with their baby on a couch during in-home ABA.

Can My Autistic Child Develop Speech? ABA Guidance

In therapy sessions across our North Carolina communities, this question surfaces often — and understandably so. Not...

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Four college students standing together outdoors, smiling and looking at an open notebook.

How Many Autistic Students Go to College? A Research-Based Breakdown

College is often seen as a milestone of independence — but for families of autistic children, it...

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Young boy in glasses holding papers at desk during ABA therapy.

Beyond the Obvious: Unexpected Symptoms of High-Functioning Autism

High-functioning autism doesn’t always look the way people expect. Many children and adults communicate well, perform strongly...

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BCBA and toddler drawing together at table during ABA therapy.

Real-Life Tips for Single Parents Managing ABA Therapy

Parenting on your own is no small task. Add appointments, school meetings, and ABA therapy, and it...

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BCBA sitting on a couch talking seriously with a young boy during ABA therapy.

The Risks of Canceling ABA Therapy

Deciding to stop ABA therapy can feel heavy. On one hand, you want to support your child...

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Autistic toddler with paint-covered hands looking down at colorful artwork on a table.

Understanding Autism Milestones from Toddler to Preteen

As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), one of the most common questions I hear from parents...

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Young child with autism pressing a finger into flattened dough at a table in ABA therapy.

Can Sensory Processing Challenges Go Away?

Sensory issues can make everyday life feel overwhelming. Bright lights may feel blinding. Certain sounds may feel...

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Two teenagers with autism standing outside in a park, talking and looking at each other.

Scripting in Autism, Explained

Sometimes you might hear a child repeat lines from a movie. Or say the same phrase over...

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Young girl with pigtails shouting angrily in ABA therapy, fists raised against a blue background.

Managing Anger in Autism: Mood Stabilizers and Treatment Options

Anger can feel intense and sudden for some autistic children and teens. When meltdowns turn into aggression...

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Young child practicing speech sounds with a BCBA during ABA therapy.

Is It Autism or a Speech Delay? What Parents Need to...

Few questions feel as heavy for parents as wondering whether their child’s communication challenges point to a...

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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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