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Partnering with families to help your child with autism thrive. Sharing stories from living on the spectrum to working in the ABA field.
Our blog brings you the latest fully-vetted and expert-approved information about bringing up your child with autism—and pursuing a career in the fast-growing, evolving field of ABA. Want to share a story or submit an idea for a blog? Reach out to us.

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It’s beginning to look a lot like that time of year when your list of things stressing you out is […]
Make the Holidays Successful for Kids on the Autism Spectrum
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There’s a science behind thankfulness. What researchers are learning about gratitude is that it can be transformative for families, neighborhoods, […]
Why Gratitude Matters, and How to Foster It in Kids with ASD
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by Bradley Ross, M.A., BCBA, LBA Assistant Clinical Director, LEARN/AST, Louisiana There is no “one-plan-fits-all” approach for handling meltdowns. When […]
How to Help Your Child Through a Meltdown
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by Katherine Johnson, M.S., BCBA Senior Director of Partnerships, LEARN Behavioral All sibling relationships have their ups and downs. Siblings […]
Autism and Siblings: Tips to Help Your Neurodivergent and Neurotypical Kids Get Along
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Halloween tips for kids with autism spectrum disorders There’s a lot about Halloween that can be tricky for kids on […]
How to Make Halloween a Treat for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
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By Ashley Williams, Ph.D., LABA, BCBA Senior Clinical Director, BCI Does your child only eat one brand of chicken nuggets […]
Autism and Picky Eating: Help Your Child Build Healthy Eating Habits
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In a year when the pandemic kept many families at home and on their screens, many Americans turned to podcasts to […]
10 Top-Performing Podcast Episodes About Autism
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by Katherine Johnson. M.S., BCBA Senior Director of Partnerships, LEARN Behavioral The first child I ever worked with wanted nothing […]
Reframing Your Child’s Intense Interests as a Strength
Passionate about improving the lives of kids with autism and their families, Angela Parker works as a board certified behavior […]
Spotlight on Diversity in ABA: An Interview with Angela Parker
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Dana Trick is on the cusp of the Millennial generation and Gen Z. She feels in between when it comes […]
An Outsider’s Path to Feeling Embraced as a Hispanic-American-Autistic
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When Laura Brompton’s son, Bertie, was a toddler going through the assessment and diagnosis process for autism spectrum disorder, she […]
How to Manage a Career, While Raising a Child with Autism
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Looking for an entry-level yet meaningful and growth-oriented job? Like many, you may not know about the growing field of […]
9 Types of People Who Should Apply for an Entry-Level ABA Job
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by Katherine Johnson, M.S., BCBA Senior Director of Partnerships, LEARN Behavioral Building a strong relationship with your child’s teacher can […]
This School Year, Build a Trusting Relationship with Your Child’s Teacher
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by Michelle Mannella, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA Behavior Analyst, LEARN/SPARKS Wow, it’s finally here! Some of us thought this moment would […]
10 Tips to Transition Kids with Autism Back to In-Person School
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  by Brittany Barger, M.Ed., BCBABehavior Consultant, Autism Spectrum Therapies Summer can mean outdoor activities and family vacations, but it […]
How to Handle Screen Time with Your Child with Autism
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By Ashley Williams, Ph.D., LABA, BCBA Many children with autism are drawn to water for its calming, sensory experience. In […]
Why Swimming and Water Play Benefit Kids with ASD
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Prepare your child with autism for police encounters with six steps. Ensure their safety and understanding through practice, clear communication, and proper ID.
How to Prepare Your Child with Autism for Interactions with Police
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by Ronit Molko, Ph.D., BCBA-D Strategic Advisor, LEARN Behavioral What a difference a year can make. Last June, most parents […]
How to Keep Your Child with Autism Engaged This Summer
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Many kids with autism love to cook and bake, especially tasty treats. For the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, we’re […]
Easy Healthy—and Tasty—Treats to Make with Your Kids on the Fourth of July
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by Katherine Johnson, M.S., BCBA Senior Director of Partnerships, LEARN Behavioral Families everywhere are chucking backpacks and school shoes to […]
Sensory Processing Issues and Summer: Sand, Sweat, Fireworks … Oh, My!
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Ever heard of the job behavior technician? If you like working with kids and families—and making a difference in their […]
What in the World Is a Behavior Tech?
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Steve Olson’s day once started with an hour-long commute through the traffic-laden corridors of Silicon Valley, followed by long, intense […]
One Dad’s Story: Giving Back Helped My Family Heal
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As the summer heat settles in, many families head to pools, beaches grow crowded, and our time spent near water […]
4 Steps to Swim Safety for Your Child with Autism
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by Elizabeth Jeffrey-Arceneaux, M.S., BCBA Autism Spectrum Therapies (AST), Louisiana With summer fast approaching, the increased time for preferred activities […]
Transitioning to Summer: 5 Tips to Make It a Success

Teaching Progressive Muscle Relaxation to children with autism. Presented by Behavior Analyst Katherine Johnson, BCBA.

Autism Help at Home: Progressive Muscle Relaxation
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by Ronit Molko, Ph.D., BCBA-D Strategic Advisor, LEARN Behavioral If the last 16 months have taught us anything, it’s that […]
Easing Your Child Back Into Life Post-Pandemic
by Katherine Johnson, M.S., BCBA Senior Director of Partnerships, LEARN Behavioral Parenting can be stressful, and research shows that parents […]
How Parents and Caregivers of Kids with Autism Cope with Stress