Creepy crawlers, bugs, spiders and snakes are all things that make my skin crawl. But what makes a sensory-sensitive kids’ skin crawl? Perhaps it’s a stray tag, a bulky costume, something on his/her head or a face painting. Due to these factors, Halloween costumes...
Summer is Over; Where to Now?Many families who have a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) explore alternative educational options. Several options exist today, including: private schools, charter schools, homeschooling, public schools and ABA clinics. In this...
ABA stands for Applied Behavioral Analysis. In general, ABA acts as a comprehensive treatment plan that works to minimize problematic behaviors while increasing appropriate behaviors and skills in all environments. ABA is a scientifically-validated treatment approach...
Over the last two decades, we’ve heard A LOT about this disability called Autism. Turns out, someone you love or a friend of a friend has a kid with Autism. What’s this all about? Will they grow out of it? What is Autism, actually? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is...
First, let’s discuss what Sensory Processing Disorder actually is. Sensory processing occurs when the brain receives and organizes information from external sources, such as light or sound, and internal bodily cues, such as hunger or balance. Individuals with Sensory...
How Food Chaining can help individuals with AutismAs an Applied Behavior Analyst (ABA) provider, I work with children who are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as Sensory Processing Disorders. These disabilities often are associated with feeding...
Almost all year long, it’s sport season. In the winter, its basketball season. In the spring, it’s soccer season. In the summer, it’s beyond time for baseball, and we all know that people look forward to the fall strictly for football. Sports are a way for people to...
Ahh…the holidays. It’s the holiday season once again and for most of us, pure joy and excitement is bursting amongst us and in the cool, crisp air. There’s shopping to do, parties to attend, and lots of gifts to check off your list. After all, it’s fun to give and to...
