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Monthly Archives: September 2023

Child in a session with his speech therapist

Speech Therapy for Kids With Autism

C: ABA TherapyA: Danny Gavin

Receiving an autism diagnosis can feel both relieving and daunting. You've got a name for what your child is experiencing,…

Kids playing with sensory box

Autism Self-Soothing Techniques

C: Autism BehaviorA: Danny Gavin

Learning to self-soothe begins when most of us are babies.  Whether it’s sucking our thumb, cuddling a plush animal, blanket,…

Angry child with her mother

Sensory Seeking Behaviors in Children with Autism

C: Autism BehaviorA: Danny Gavin

Your child enjoys rocking back and forth, making loud noises, touching shiny objects, and standing uncomfortably close to others.  These…

Child getting Autism diagnosis

How and When to Get an Autism Diagnosis

C: Autism EducationA: Danny Gavin

Whether your child is six months or 19, receiving an official autism diagnosis can be life-changing. For many children and…

Upset child holding his head

Repetitive Body Movements in Autism

C: ABA TherapyA: Danny Gavin

One of the first indicators of autism in toddlers is repetitive body movements.  From rocking back and forth, repeatedly kicking…

Child having fun at ABA therapy

A Guide to The Best Therapies for Autism

C: ABA TherapyA: Danny Gavin

When it comes to selecting the best therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), there is no one-size-fits-all answer.…

Teacher giving student high five

Teaching Children with Autism to Regulate Emotions through ABA Therapy

C: ABA TherapyA: Danny Gavin

According to a 2021 study, autistic children and teens are four times more likely to have difficulty controlling their emotions…

Upset child that is screaming

ABA Therapy and How It Reduces Harmful Behaviors in Autism

C: ABA TherapyA: Danny Gavin

Repeatedly banging their head against the wall, destroying a piece of furniture, or pushing someone else for no apparent reason…