Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has been the go-to method for helping children with autism learn a variety of skills. But guess what? There’s a new kid on the block—Progressive Applied Behavior Analysis (PABA). This modern twist on traditional ABA is all about flexibility, creativity, individualization,…
As we wrap up another wonderful Autism Awareness and Acceptance month, we at Blossom wanted to take the chance to really reflect on what it means to increase both awareness and acceptance for the whole year (not just April!). Autism Awareness When selecting a treatment…
It’s the time of year when everyone is thinking about back to school. For so many families, thinking about the first day (even if it is years from now!) can be so overwhelming. What do kids need to be successful? How do they learn those…
By: Hallie Respondek, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA April 1, 2021 April’s clinical topic within our organization is: PLAY! Play guides social development by giving children a safe space to practice skills that may later be used in other environments. Play also socially connects children with others…
JOINT ATTENTION…. WHAT’S THE BIG DEAL? By: Hallie Respondek, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA October 29th, 2020 Joint attention and autism… where to begin! While you may have not heard of that fancy word (JOINT ATTENTION), you have probably been told or experienced that individuals with…
AN AUTISM DIAGNOSIS… WHAT’S NEXT By: Dr. Gia Koehne, PsyD, BCBA, LBA October 19th, 2020 A diagnosis is hard. A diagnosis of a child is even harder. As a psychologist and as a mom, I’ve been on both sides of the table. Since you found…
