Ways to Prepare Your Autistic Child to Go Back to School
Reentering a routine after a significant amount of time off can make anyone feel uncomfortable or even disoriented. This feeling can be even worse for an autistic child. Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) thrive in routine, and the excitement of a holiday or summer break from school can be as tricky as it is […]
Ways to Teach My Toddler How to Talk at Home
There are many different milestones in parenthood. We celebrate our children’s first steps, the first time they eat solid food, and the first time they sleep through the night. But there’s something extra special about the time your child learns to speak their first words, and it just gets sweeter as they learn how to […]
My Child Doesn’t Understand Social Cues – How Can We Help Them Better Understand?
Learning to understand social cues is a natural part of child development. No one is born understanding social norms, but we develop the skills to navigate the world around us over time. Some children have more difficulty understanding those cues than others. There are many reasons why a child might struggle to recognize social cues; […]
How ABA Therapy Teaches Children to Stop Hurting Themselves and/or Others
As parents, our main priority is to keep our children safe. But what do we do when our children are the ones making themselves and others unsafe? There are many different diagnoses in children that are associated with aggressive behavior. While self-harm behavior and aggression toward others are sometimes associated with children with autism spectrum […]
How Do I Help My Child Feel Comfortable Around Many People During the Holidays?
The holidays can bring up a mix of emotions for people. Depending upon your temperament, you may love the added celebrations and time spent with family, or you may feel drained and overwhelmed by the sheer amount of socializing that occurs. Now, imagine your child experiencing the same festivities. It’s easy to see how large […]
The Importance of Routines for Children on the Autism Spectrum
These days, the idea of creating healthy routines is all the rage for adults. We’re thinking about our morning routines, skincare routines, and exercise routines. We’re thinking about routines all the time, and ultimately, they are helpful for everyone. Routines keep our lives running smoothly, help minimize the number of things we’re thinking about at […]
What Can I Do to Encourage My Child to Play with Other Children?
Parenting is a mixture of beautiful moments and complex emotions. On one hand, we have so much love and great hopes for our children. On the other hand, many parents find that raising children triggers some of the fears and anxieties from our childhoods. We want our children to go out into a world where […]
Being Safe with Elena – Swim Safety for Kids!
Our goal at AchieveAbility Therapy is to bring a holistic approach to helping children build confidence in their everyday motor functions, social skills, and interactions with life events. As we guide them to become more independent and understand how to make wise decisions, we hope to instill good principles of safety. It is from this […]
How ABA Therapy Can Help My Child With Aggressive Tendencies
Everyone gets mad. As we develop, most people learn how to manage their emotions and release their anger in situationally appropriate ways. We figure out how to quickly process our feelings, remain calm, and hopefully respond to angering situations gently. It’s impossible to expect the same thing from a small child. As you familiarize yourself […]
What Are the Signs That My Child May Need Speech Therapy?
Throughout your child’s life, you monitor their development in various ways. The first time they roll over independently, their first step, and their first word. Every child develops at their own speed, and each is more skilled in some areas than others. Some kids are great at math, and others are artists or athletes. While […]
