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Immunization Shots and Autism: What You Need to Know

Explore the connection between immunization shots and autism, debunking myths, understanding scientific evidence, and ensuring the health...

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Understanding High IQ Autism: Challenges and Strengths

Discover the characteristics, challenges, and strengths of individuals with high IQ autism, and how ABA therapy can...

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Understanding Autism in a Spectrum

Autism is a spectrum, meaning it varies in symptoms and severity. Learn what this means, how it...

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Delicious Easy-to-Chew Meals for Autistic Adults

Discover easy-to-chew meals for autistic adults, balancing nutrition and sensory needs for confident, enjoyable eating.

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Healthy Choices: Nutritious Meals for Autistic Adults

Discover nutritious meals for autistic adults, addressing sensory needs and promoting balanced, healthy eating habits.

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Easy and Calming: Simple Recipes for Autistic Adults

Preparing meals doesn’t have to be overwhelming — but for many autistic adults, traditional recipes with long...

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Diverse Autism-Friendly Meal Ideas for Adults

Nutritional Needs of Autistic Adults Understanding the nutritional requirements of autistic adults is paramount for their overall...

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How to Achieve Six Figures as a BCBA

Introduction Becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is a rewarding career choice, both personally and professionally....

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When Was Autism Discovered and What Is Its History?

Introduction Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a developmental condition that affects communication, behavior, and social...

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Your Path to Affordable ABA Therapy Copay in North Carolina

Understanding ABA Therapy Coverage Figuring out the costs and insurance coverage for Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy...

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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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