Behavior Analysis
7 Steps for Explaining Autism to Friends and Family
Autism spectrum disorder is a lifelong neurological and developmental condition that often becomes noticeable in early childhood. It can affect communication, social interaction, behavior, routines, sensory processing, and emotional regulation. Because autism exists on a spectrum, support needs can range from mild to significant. Autism does not look the same in every person. Some individuals […]
Making Summer in 2026 Safe, Happy, and Meaningful for Autistic Children
Summer Looks Different for Every Family Summer always feels like it should be magical and happy. The days are longer, the sun lingers in the sky, and everyone seems to be chasing memories: pool days, vacations, backyard laughter. But for families with autistic children, summer can feel more layered than that. The break from school […]
Thrive in College with Autism
College Is a New Chapter—And It Can Feel Scary The word thrive may be a big word when you are stepping into college for the first time. For many autistic and neurodivergent students, college can feel like standing at the edge of a vast ocean. From far away, it looks exciting and full of possibility, […]
Caps, Gowns, & Breakthroughs – Why High School Graduation Hits Different for Teens with Autism in 2026
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What Is a BCBA? Why This Credential Matters for Toddler ABA Therapy
Why is a BCBA Important in ABA Therapy? A BCBA, or Board Certified Behavior Analyst, is a graduate-level professional certified in behavior analysis. According to the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst can provide behavior-analytic services and supervise professionals who implement behavior-analytic interventions. In ABA therapy, the BCBA is usually responsible for […]
How We Make Learning Fun for Your 2-Year-Old
How Play Builds Communication Communication does not begin with full sentences alone. For a 2-year-old, communication may look like reaching, pointing, handing an item to an adult, using a picture, making a sound, signing, saying one word, or combining words. Play-based ABA therapy can support each of these steps. A therapist may hold a favorite […]
From One Giant Chapter to the Next
For many autistic and neurodivergent children, moving from elementary school to middle school, or from middle school to high school, can feel like stepping into a giant new world. New teachers, bigger buildings, changing routines, and increased expectations can create excitement, but they can also bring anxiety. For autistic students, these transitions may feel even […]
ABA Therapy for Speech Delay: Help Your Toddler Communicate
These skills are often connected to Verbal Behavior Therapy, an ABA approach that focuses on language as the child uses it. For example, a word is not only important because a child can say it. It is important because the child can use it to ask for something, respond to someone, share attention, or participate […]
What Parents Should Look For
If the therapist is an RBT, they must work under supervision. If the direct therapist is not credentialed as an RBT by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, parents should ask what training, competency checks, background screening, and supervision the provider requires. The American Family Physician review of autism spectrum disorder care notes that applied behavior […]
Daniel Durany, Autism Advocate and Speaker
A dedicated, autistic advocacy adult, Daniel Durany is a 2006 graduate of Texas Christian University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Communication Studies, and a 2020 graduate of Texas A&M Commerce with a Master of Science in Accounting.. A passionate autism advocate, Daniel has dedicated much of his life to advancing autism awareness, […]