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Transitioning to a New Routine, the ABA Way
With the end of the school year right around the corner, many kids are beginning to look forward to summertime and the break from school. While for so many of us summer means warm weather and long relaxing days at the pool, it’s also a big change in routine that can...
Transitioning to a New Routine, the ABA Way
With the end of the school year right around the corner, many kids are beginning to look forward to summertime and the break from school. While for so many of us summer means warm weather and long relaxing days at the pool, it’s also a big change in routine that can...
Innovative Behavior Options Staff Spotlight: Meet Latanya
When it comes to applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy, a center’s approach to ABA therapy and the staff—the therapists, supervisors, and team—matter greatly. At Innovative Behavior Options, we create individualized therapy plans for each of our clients, and we...
Celebrating World Autism Month
While every day is Autism Awareness Day at Innovative Behavior Options, in the month of April (and specifically on April 2nd) the entire world is reminded to celebrate differences as we focus on increasing understanding and acceptance (and celebrating some of the...
The Connection Between Physical Activity and Behavior
It’s hardly a news flash that exercise is part of a healthy lifestyle and good for your physical wellbeing. As adults, we know physical activity is important for maintaining a healthy weight, a healthy heart, and healthy bones and muscles. And we know the same is true...
Tips for Handling Daylight Saving Time with Kids
Sleep: The most precious commodity to parents and caregivers the world over! While some kids graduate from infanthood with an innate ability to string together hours upon hours of a good night’s rest, for others, it’s an allusive challenge that continues for years....
How to Use Positive Reinforcement Effectively
Reinforcement is a central principal in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. It’s an effective element in ABA therapy, but it’s also regularly used in schools, as well. And it can be just as beneficial at home! Reinforcement is anything that follows a behavior...
Innovative Behavior Options Staff Spotlight: Meet Kevin
When choosing an applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy practice for your child, you’ll probably spend some time learning about the therapy center and the team’s approach to ABA therapy (it should be individualized!). You’ll also learn about the team’s credentials...
5 Tips for a Smoother Morning with your Kid with Autism
We’re beginning a new year and a new semester for school-aged kids, and it’s the perfect time to take a look at what routines are and are not working for your family. Morning routines – whether it’s getting ready for school or just starting the day at home – can veer...
New Year’s Resolutions for Parents
It’s January, and so many of us are ready for a fresh start! The new year before us is a clean slate and we have an opportunity to kick it off on the right foot. We all know some of the more common resolutions – exercise more, get organized, or learn a new hobby. And...
5 Tips for Navigating the Holidays with Your Child with Autism
It’s the holiday season and many of us are gearing up for big celebrations! As parents and caregivers of children with Autism know, while the holidays are fun and joyous, the big change in routine can be anything but. With the extra time off school, traditional...