Expanding Expressive Language: What’s Wrong with the Goal for Timmy to Talk In 4-Word Utterances?
In last week’s video blog, I discussed a few ABA strategies to develop first sounds and words in children with autism. Today I’m going to discuss expanding expressive language carefully in children who are speaking in 1 or 2-word utterances where we have echoic control meaning if we say “say ball” the child will say […]
Reducing Vocal Stimming and Scripting in Children with Autism
Join us for this new take on the Top 5 questions, where Kelsey and I talk via Facebook Live. We’re answering questions all about stimming and scripting. This episode will help you get clear on what is stimming in autism. Whether you’re noticing stimming in your child and have concerns about autism OR stimming and vocal stimming have become excessive or dangerous, we have some great information to help you move forward.
Can I Even Make a Dent With One Hour of Autism ABA Therapy?
I’m often asked by both autism professionals and parents how much of an impact they can make in an hour or two of ABA therapy per day or per week. In this week’s video blog, I’m giving you my take on how to best utilize that time:https://youtu.be/KjXbSg1fAG8Many studies have been done on Applied Behavior Analysis […]
Mia’s Journey with the Verbal Behavior Approach
Dr. Mary Barbera I have a series of YouTube clips that may make getting started with the Verbal Behavior Approach a little easier for both parents and professionals! There are three short (6-8 minute) YouTube clips on the assessment and beginning ABA/VB intervention for Mia, a 2-year-old girl I diagnosed with PDD-NOS. To view a […]