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Nov 28, 20221 min read
What to do INSTEAD OF Punishment
"How do I punish my child to make them listen?" I hear this question all.the.time. The short answer? You don't. Punishment really doesn't...
Nov 21, 20221 min read
Broken Pieces
This is just a reminder that it's ok, not to be ok. Sometimes when we feel like everything is falling apart, it's actually a new...
Nov 14, 20221 min read
Sensory Needs, Interoception and Proprioception
Does your child crash into things? Walk heavily? Crash, spin, hit, swing, spin? Maybe they have trouble with self-care tasks or motor...
Oct 31, 20221 min read
Are you listening to what your child's behavior is telling you?
Behavior gives us information! Watch this video to learn how. Have questions? Want to ask your own questions? This is a live that I did...
Oct 24, 20221 min read
I was on a podcast! Have a listen!
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Oct 17, 20221 min read
ABA is outrageously expensive (in many ways)
I was doing a cost analysis recently on how much private pay ABA costs…WOW! On the low end... 2 hours per week of BCBA 10 hours a week of...
Oct 10, 20221 min read
Are you frustrated?
...with the broken system that is failing you and your kids? Who is tired of fighting for EVERYTHING?! Who would LOVE it if someone,...
Oct 3, 20221 min read
IMPORTANT REMINDER: You are NOT a horrible parent...
You are NOT failing your kiddo… You are willing to learn and put the work in. You are reaching out for support. You are the best parent...
Sep 26, 20221 min read
Why do kids tantrum, hit, kick, scream, drop, flop, hit?
This is quite perplexing to a lot of parents when their once happy kiddo starts engaging in challenging, disruptive or dangerous...
Sep 19, 20221 min read
Does your kid *really* need to learn that?
I challenge you to be sure that these three things are met before you start teaching any new skill! #1 - is it really necessary to learn...
Sep 12, 20221 min read
Don't wait until you're in survival mode to get help!
Take a listen to this video and see where you think you are. The longer you wait to get help, the harder it is! As soon as you realize...
Sep 6, 20221 min read
Stimming, Safety and Skills-Oh My!
This is a live that I did in my private FB group! Do you want an opportunity to get answers to YOUR questions? Join my private FB group,...
Aug 29, 20221 min read
#1 Way To Stop or Prevent Problem Behaviors...
Can you guess what it is? There is ONE SKILL that, when taught, can stop or significantly reduce challenging or disruptive behaviors. ...
Aug 22, 20221 min read
Get your kids to listen!
This is a simple and effective change you can make that will help get your kiddos to listen! If you enjoyed this quick tip and want more,...
Aug 11, 20222 min read
Biggest Meltdown Triggers
Does your child engage in challenging behaviors like tantrums, hitting, kicking, screaming, throwing, etc? If so, you aren't alone! In...
Aug 8, 20221 min read
How to Make Learning Self-Control Fun!
Does your kiddo struggle with controlling themselves? Impulse control or self-control is a skill that can be built! Here are some tips...
Jul 9, 20222 min read
Fungus! Weeds! Old barns! Oh my!
Do you celebrate the little wins? And find joy in the simple things in life? Or do you get stuck looking at things like they are weeds...
Jun 14, 20222 min read
Stuck on a waitlist for Autism evaluation or ABA services?
We have all heard about the research that shows early intervention is SUPER important to support kiddos with a diagnosis of autism or any...
Jun 10, 20222 min read
Medicaid and Respite Information by State (A-K)
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