In the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), we begin with a simple but powerful stance: let them. If a child wants to line up toys, let them. If they want to fill and dump containers, spin wheels, stack blocks, or open and close doors, let them. These patterns are not “wrong” or “empty.” They are authentic expressions of how that child is exploring their world. Autistic play is real play. It is meaningful to the child, even when it doesn’t look like adult-defined “functional” or

Bringing a new BCBA into your organization is an exciting opportunity to strengthen your team and elevate the services you provide. But without a clear and structured onboarding process, even the most talented professionals may struggle to adapt to your organization’s specific practices. A BCBA New Hire Onboarding Checklist is more than just a list of tasks; it’s an essential tool to set expectations, foster consistency, and ensure your new team member is equipped to hit the

Starting a new job can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially in the world of autism treatment. For Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), the onboarding process is crucial to ensure they’re not only confident in their role but also equipped to implement ABA-NDBI intervention. But here’s the thing—without a structured onboarding process, organizations risk inconsistent training, unclear expectations, and decreased staff confidence. That’s where a well-designed RBT New

In the realm of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), the spotlight often shines brightly on the effectiveness of interventions, the progress...