Preference Assessments in ABA Therapy: Tailoring Therapy to Your Child’s Unique Needs
C: ABA Therapy Danny Gavin
Picture your child happily coming into the therapy room, thrilled to see their favorite toy or snack waiting for them.…
Recognizing Autistic Burnout
C: Autism Behavior Danny Gavin
Imagine living in a world ill-equipped to meet your needs with little to no support available. From being expected to…
Autism Self-Soothing Techniques
C: Autism Behavior Danny Gavin
Learning to self-soothe begins when most of us are babies. Whether it’s sucking our thumb, cuddling a plush animal, blanket,…
Sensory Seeking Behaviors in Children with Autism
C: Autism Behavior Danny Gavin
Your child enjoys rocking back and forth, making loud noises, touching shiny objects, and standing uncomfortably close to others. These…
Repetitive Body Movements in Autism
C: ABA Therapy Danny Gavin
One of the first indicators of autism in toddlers is repetitive body movements. From rocking back and forth, repeatedly kicking…
Teaching Children with Autism to Regulate Emotions through ABA Therapy
C: ABA Therapy Danny Gavin
According to a 2021 study, autistic children and teens are four times more likely to have difficulty controlling their emotions…
ABA Therapy and How It Reduces Harmful Behaviors in Autism
C: ABA Therapy Danny Gavin
Repeatedly banging their head against the wall, destroying a piece of furniture, or pushing someone else for no apparent reason…
Sensory Activities for Kids with Autism
C: Autism Behavior Danny Gavin
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) see the world differently. Some kids with ASD might have heightened senses, where a…
Anxiety and Autism
C: ABA Therapy Danny Gavin
Anxiety does not discriminate. Anyone can experience it. It’s the most prevalent mental health issue in the United States. An…
Choosing Activities for Nonverbal Children with Autism
C: Autism Behavior Danny Gavin
Between 25%-35% of autistic children are believed to be non-verbal. Non-verbal autism isn’t a medical diagnosis. This is because there’s…