As the parent or caregiver of a child with autism, you already have a lot on your plate. It can even be a relief to take your child in-clinic to therapies such as occupational therapy or speech therapy because it gives you a moment to breathe. Because these therapies aren’t always behavior-focused, oftentimes the therapist… Continue reading Parent Engagement in ABA Treatment

The COVID-19 pandemic completely changed how patients and clients access their medical and related services. While the idea of telehealth is not new, it became a necessity in 2020 to help keep staff, patients, and clients safe. As of 2022, many in-person services have resumed, however, telehealth services (including ABA therapy) are still a viable… Continue reading Is Telehealth an Effective Channel for ABA Treatment?

As summer approaches, no doubt many opportunities for your child to attend summer day camps begin to appear. While these camps are often a welcome idea for parents who need to maintain a strict work schedule throughout the summer, they also provide an excellent opportunity for children to further develop and hone their social skills… Continue reading ABA’s role in Summer Camps

Sometimes, individuals with autism are placed in a residential facility, whether it be for safety, a placement that better meets the child’s needs, or other reasons. Depending on the type of residential facility, treatment may take place anywhere from a few days to one year, at which point the client is discharged to home (or… Continue reading Seamless Transitioning from a Residential Facility to Home

Whether you’re new to applied behavior analysis (ABA) services or you’re thinking of acquiring services for the first time, you’ve likely heard the words “autism” and “consistency” used often in the same thought or sentence. It’s science-backed—according to studies, children with an autism diagnosis sleep better, and for lack of better terminology—behave better when there… Continue reading The Importance of Consistent ABA Services

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), autism occurs equally in all ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic groups. While some risk factors have been outlined for autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the exact cause is unknown. This information is provided by the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) Network, which is a part of the CDC.… Continue reading The Importance of Understanding Cultural Differences in ABA Treatment

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in America has increased by 178 percent since the year 2000. 1 in 44 children is diagnosed with ASD. The tremendous increase in autism spectrum disorder for all age groups has forced a need for treatment for those individuals. Because… Continue reading Why Is ABA a Great Career?

If your child has been diagnosed with autism, you may be considering an applied behavior analysis (ABA) clinician or agency. You may hear recommendations from your child’s school, your pediatrician, or other parents, as ABA therapy is an important piece of the needs of children with autism. Overall, it may be a comprehensive piece of… Continue reading How to Select an ABA Provider

As the parent or caregiver of a child with autism, you already have a lot on your plate. It can even be a relief to take your child in-clinic to therapies such as occupational therapy or speech therapy because it gives you a moment to breathe. Because these therapies aren’t always behavior-focused, oftentimes the therapist… Continue reading Parent Engagement in ABA Treatment