When pioneering child psychiatrist Dr. Leo Kanner first identified and described autism in 1943, few treatment options existed. Adults placed most children with autism in residential institutions well into the…
Even well-intentioned adults can feel confused, angry, or frightened when a child on the autism spectrum acts in ways they find challenging. “Why do they do that?” they may ask,…
Ever wish successful middle and high school behavior management were as simple as flipping a switch? The adolescent brain is a work in progress. Middle and high school students tend…
Strong and consistent attention to detail. Seemingly limitless reservoirs of flexibility. An abiding interest in, even fascination with, human behavior. Sound like you? Then it’s no surprise you’re looking for…
What Federal Law Requires of Public Schools’ Autism Programs Parenting kids with autism can at times be overwhelming. Navigating educational programming often proves especially frustrating to parents and other caregivers.…
When a student consistently struggles to stay on task in class or sit still enough to listen to instructions, should the teacher consult an Occupational Therapist (OT) or a clinician…
Why Your Program Needs RBTs During Distance Learning Are you wracking your brain figuring out how best to serve students with special needs during the COVID-19 pandemic? You’re not alone!…
While school-based Board Certified Behavior Analysts™ (BCBAs) and Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts™ (BCaBAs) aren’t “school psychologists” per se, they are solidly grounded in psychology. They earned their degree in…
When schools shut down because of the COVID-19 pandemic, we all had to adapt to using teletherapy for Behavioral Health service delivery. But, you are doing it—and doing it well! …
Robert is a first grader who hates writing. Whenever his teacher presents him with pencil and paper, he cries. His teacher knows Robert isn’t trying to be difficult. She senses…
