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Feb 21, 20232 min read

Six Ways to Make a Haircut More Enjoyable For Your Child With Autism

Here are six things you can do to make a haircut experience more enjoyable for your child with autism.

Feb 7, 20232 min read

Four Tips To Help Create a Daily Schedule For Your Child With Autism

Here are four ways to create a daily schedule for your child with autism that can be used with ABA therapy.

Jan 19, 20231 min read

How do I know if my baby has autism?

While it can be challenging to detect autism in infants and toddlers, there are certain signs that parents can look out for.

Jan 17, 20232 min read

What is Stimming?

Stimming is a form of reinforcement for someone who has autism. It is important to think about why a child is stimming.

Dec 8, 20222 min read

4 Common Misconceptions of Applied Behavior Analysis

Let’s dive into some common misconceptions we often hear about Applied Behavior Analysis and ABA Therapy.

Dec 8, 20222 min read

A Less Stressful New Year’s Eve for Your Child with Autism

Here are a few ideas to help you plan for a fun and nonstressful New Year’s Eve celebration with your child who has autism.

Nov 8, 20223 min read

Tips For Getting Your Child with Autism to Try New Foods

It is not uncommon for children with autism to not want to try new foods. Here are some things you can try at home.

Nov 4, 20222 min read

Interested in Working in Applied Behavior Analysis?

Are you considering getting a degree in Applied Behavior Analysis? Here's everything you need to know about getting certified.

Oct 11, 20222 min read

5 Ways to Prepare For Halloween if Your Child Has Autism

Here are five things you can do with your child to prepare for the holiday so they can have an enjoyable Halloween Holiday!

Oct 11, 20221 min read

LEAP Autism Therapy in Farmers Branch, Texas

Leap Autism Therapy is now accepting clients in our Farmers Branch, Texas location with no waitlist.

Sep 13, 20222 min read

Everything You Need to Know About ABA Assessments

In Applied Behavior Analysis, an assessment is one of the most essential parts of getting started with therapy.

Sep 12, 20222 min read

The 7 Dimensions of ABA and Their Importance

The seven dimensions of ABA. These are seven key areas that board-certified behavior analysts include in a treatment plan.

Aug 22, 20222 min read

Center-Based vs Home-Based ABA Therapy - Which Should You Choose?

Depending on what is being worked on with a child will depend on if a child needs home-based or center-based ABA therapy.

Aug 12, 20222 min read

Teaching Your Kiddo How to Wash Their Hands

The simple task of handwashing can sometimes be challenging for people diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Jul 19, 20221 min read

Social Groups and How They Help

A social skills program will break down skills that are trying to be learned (i.e., sharing, tone of voice, eye contact) into smaller steps.

Jul 13, 20221 min read

Natural Environment Teaching

A term you might hear in ABA is Natural Environment Teaching or NET. We do this a lot both at our center.

Jun 11, 20222 min read

Creating a Less Stressful July 4th Holiday for your Child with Autism

To ease the stress of the July 4th holiday, we have come up with a few ways to help your child with autism have a less stressful day.

Jun 1, 20222 min read

Extinction in Applied Behavior Analysis

In applied behavior analysis (ABA), extinction is defined as the fading away and eventual elimination of an undesirable behavior.

May 10, 20222 min read

How to Use Social Stories with ABA

Social stories can be helpful to children who have autism because they are very visual, and they focus on what a child should be doing.

May 9, 20222 min read

Making Mornings Easier for you and Your Child with Autism

Do you sometimes struggle to get out the door on time with your child? As a parent, you may find mornings challenging sometimes. Read on...