Insights from our clinical team
Expert perspectives on ABA therapy, autism, child development, and resources for families and professionals.
How to Navigate an Autism Diagnosis: A Step-by-Step Guide for Families
Receiving an autism diagnosis for your child is the beginning of a new chapter — not the end of a story. Here is how to move through the first weeks and months with clarity and confidence.
What to Expect from the RBT Initial Competency Assessment
The RBT Initial Competency Assessment is the final step between completing your 40-hour training and submitting your RBT application to the BACB. Here is exactly what happens, how to prepare, and what to expect on the day.
Verbal Behavior vs. DTT: Understanding the Two Most Common ABA Teaching Approaches
Two terms you will hear frequently in ABA therapy are Verbal Behavior and Discrete Trial Training. They are not the same thing, they serve different purposes, and the best programs use both strategically. Here is what every parent and RBT should understand.
How Your Child's ABA Program Is Designed: Inside the BCBA's Clinical Role
Most families know that a BCBA supervises their child's therapy — but few understand what that actually means in practice. Here is what a BCBA does from assessment through supervision, and what separates a strong one from an average one.
Insurance Coverage for ABA Therapy in Florida: What You Need to Know
A breakdown of Florida insurance mandates, Medicaid coverage, and how to navigate the authorization process for your child's ABA therapy.
BCBA vs. RBT vs. BCaBA: Understanding Your Child's Therapy Team
What each credential means, how they work together, and what level of supervision your child's program should include.