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Our team of dedicated and experienced specialists is committed to helping your family embrace autism and reach meaningful goals. As part of our multi-step approach, we offer resources about autism spectrum disorder, ABA therapy, other related disorders, and the latest research about behavioral disorders to help you stay informed.

October 7, 2026

Does Georgia Medicaid Cover ABA Therapy? A Parent’s Guide to Getting Started

ABA Therapy
Insurance Coverage

Georgia Medicaid may cover ABA therapy for eligible children under 21. Learn how to verify benefits, prepare records, and complete prior authorization.

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October 7, 2026

After-School Meltdowns in Autistic Children: Planning a Calmer Transition Home

After-School Meltdowns
Autism Transitions
Sensory Support
Parent Education

Learn why autistic children may become overwhelmed after school and how a flexible, low-demand arrival routine can support a calmer transition home.

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October 6, 2026

A Sensory-Friendly Halloween Plan for Autistic Children: Start Preparing Now

Sensory Support
Autism Support
Parent Education

Prepare a sensory-friendly Halloween with comfortable clothing, visual supports, communication access, planned breaks, and pressure-free alternatives.

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October 6, 2026

ABA Therapy Authorization Denied? How to Organize Your Appeal

ABA Insurance
Prior Authorization
Parent Support

An ABA prior-authorization denial can be frustrating and confusing, especially when it affects services recommended by your child’s clinical team. The first step is to understand exactly what was denied, why it was denied, and what the plan requires next.

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October 6, 2026

Starting ABA With Anthem HealthKeepers Plus: A Virginia Parent's Paperwork Checklist

ABA Insurance
Anthem HealthKeepers Plus
Virginia ABA Therapy

Learn what documents to gather, what your ABA provider submits, and how to track Anthem HealthKeepers Plus authorization in Virginia.

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October 5, 2026

Your Child's IEP Meeting: A Parent Checklist for Coordinating School and ABA Suppor

IEP Planning
School Collaboration
Parent Education

Prepare for your child’s IEP meeting with a practical checklist for priorities, records, classroom supports, ABA coordination, and follow-up.

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November 23, 2023

The Importance of Priming in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

One of the key principles of ABA is known as "priming." In this article, we will explore what priming is, why it is important, and how it is used in ABA.
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November 22, 2023

What is Trigger Analysis in ABA Therapy?

ABA, which stands for Applied Behavior Analysis, is a common treatment for autism that focuses on behavior modification. One technique used in ABA therapy is trigger analysis.
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November 22, 2023

Naturalistic Teaching Strategies in ABA Therapy

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a type of therapy that is often used to help children with autism develop new skills and behaviors. One of the key components of ABA therapy is naturalistic teaching strategies.
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November 21, 2023

Verbal Operants in ABA Therapy

One aspect of ABA therapy that you may come across is something called "verbal operants". In this article, we'll explain what verbal operants are, why they're important, and how they're used in ABA therapy.
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November 21, 2023

Operational Definitions in ABA: Definition and Examples

In this article, we'll define operational definitions, explain why they're crucial to ABA therapy, and provide examples to help you better understand how to use them.
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November 20, 2023

Behavior Intervention Plan - Examples & Template

A Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) is a plan that is created to help individuals with challenging behavior. It is a proactive approach that focuses on preventing and managing the behavior before it becomes problematic.
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November 20, 2023

Continuous vs. Discontinuous Measurement: What's the Difference?

If you're involved in performance evaluation, you've probably heard of "continuous measurement" and "discontinuous measurement." But what do they really mean and how do they differ?
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November 19, 2023

PDA Autism: What You Need to Know

PDA stands for Pathological Demand Avoidance, which is a type of autism that is not yet well-known, but it is gaining recognition in the autism community.
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November 19, 2023

Backward Chaining: Ultimate Guide

In this article, we'll take a closer look at backward chaining, how it works, and how it can be used to solve problems efficiently.
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November 18, 2023

Behavior Cusp: How to Overcome Challenges?

In this article, we will explore what the behavior cusp is, how it affects us, and how we can harness its power to achieve our goals.
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November 18, 2023

Discrimination Training in ABA Therapy: What it is and Why it Matters

One of the most important components of ABA therapy is discrimination training. In this article, we will discuss what discrimination training is, why it is important in ABA therapy, and how it can be used to improve the lives of those with ASD.
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November 17, 2023

Best Online Courses for Learning ABA Therapy

With so many online courses available, it can be overwhelming to decide which one is the best fit for you. In this article, we'll explore the top online courses available for learning ABA therapy.
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