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How ABA Therapy Builds Self-Regulation Skills in Autism

Self-regulation is often mistaken for self-control, but for autistic children, it’s a skill that requires explicit teaching....

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Parents sitting on a couch while two young children with autism play together on the floor at home.

How ABA Therapy Helps Children Build Stronger Communication Skills

Communication is more than words. It’s how we connect, ask for help, and navigate the world around...

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BCBA wearing a headset working on a laptop while a young child stands behind her on a couch.

Autism Mom Life: The Parts No One Talks About

Autism mom life is waking up tired before the day even starts. It’s loving your child more...

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BCBA and a group of young children with autism gathered around a table working on papers together.

Understanding Special Education Services for Autism in NC

Autism can qualify a child for special education if it affects academic performance, communication, or behavior. In...

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BCBA and young child sitting on the floor building a tower with wooden blocks in ABA therapy.

Can Play Therapy and ABA Therapy Work Better Together?

More parents are asking about combining play therapy and ABA therapy—and for good reason. Children don’t learn...

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Autistic teenager with a shaved head resting their chin on their hands and looking thoughtfully to the side.

Why the Idea of Faking Autism Won’t Go Away

The idea that people fake autism has gained traction, but it ignores how complex diagnosis really is....

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Smiling child with autism in front of a colorful painted wall.

What is the Mildest Form of Autism?

The mildest form of autism is most often called Level 1 Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). People with...

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BCBA smiling while a young child explores a virtual reality headset during ABA therapy.

How Gamification Makes ABA Therapy More Engaging for Children

Key Highlights Gamification transforms ABA therapy by making learning more engaging for individuals on the autism spectrum....

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Young child with autism writing in a notebook at a desk with a laptop nearby.

Improving Focus and Attention in Children with Autism Through ABA Therapy

Key Highlights ABA therapy uses principles of behavior analysis to improve attention skills in children with autism....

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BCBA helping young child with homework at home during ABA therapy.

How to Help Autistic Children With Homework Without Causing Meltdowns

Homework isn’t supposed to end in tears—but for many parents of autistic children, it often does. After...

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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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