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Understanding Autism & ABA

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August 17, 2026
Practical, parent-focused guidance on autism elopement — GPS trackers, home safety, swim lessons, IEP planning, and what to do if it's happening right now.
Family under a paper house: parents and children smiling, indoors.
August 16, 2026
A neurodiversity-affirming guide to supporting an autistic sibling, spouse, parent, child, or adult child — what actually helps, by relationship.
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By Martin Klein August 11, 2026
Autism is lifelong, but not static. See how it shifts by life stage, what masking costs long-term, and what genuinely improves with support.
A young child playing with a line of toy cars on a couch, reaching to touch one.
August 10, 2026
The old types of autism list is outdated. See what the DSM-5 recognizes today, what Levels 1, 2, and 3 mean, and which conditions are separate diagnoses.
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August 10, 2026
"On the spectrum" means having Autism Spectrum Disorder. Learn what ASD is, its levels, signs in autistic kids, and how families get support.
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July 21, 2026
Unpack the real success rate of ABA therapy. This article explores how success is measured, what the science says, and the factors that influence outcomes.
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Working in ABA

A clinician wearing blue gloves holds sticks for a child during a therapy session in an office with colorful wall art.
By Martin Klein July 12, 2026
What BCBA retention rates tell you about an ABA provider, including turnover, treatment consistency, and questions to ask.
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By Martin Klein July 9, 2026
What does a BCBA do? Learn how a Board Certified Behavior Analyst assesses, designs, and oversees ABA therapy plans for children.
BCBA smiling and talking with a child in a bright kitchen during in-home ABA therapy.
By Martin Klein July 8, 2026
Everything parents need to know about respite care for autism, including provider options, costs, Medicaid waivers, and practical tips for getting started.
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By Martin Klein July 6, 2026
Learn what therapist tenure means in ABA therapy, why it affects your child's outcomes, and how to use it to compare providers.
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By Martin Klein February 12, 2026
What a BCBA actually does day to day: designs ABA plans, trains teams, tracks data for autism progress. Achieve Behavioral Therapy NJ/NC—see real impact!
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By Martin Klein November 21, 2025
Discover average RBT salaries by state, experience level, & setting. Learn how certification, location, & demand impact your earnings in ABA therapy careers.
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Meet our blog authors

Dr. Rachel Weinstein

(BCBA-D)

Rachel started as a special education teacher in Brooklyn before earning her...

Sarah Chen

(M.Ed., BCBA)

Sarah spent her early career as a speech-language pathology assistant...

Marcus Thompson

(MS, BCBA)

Marcus started as a special education teacher in Newark before earning his...

Emily Rodriguez

(MA, BCBA)

Emily was working as a nanny for a family with a son on the spectrum when she...

Jessica Morgan

(MS, BCBA)

Jessica started as an RBT straight out of college and worked her way up to BCBA over eight years. She's seen this work from every angle, which is exactly why families trust what she writes. Her posts have none of the jargon and all of the knowledge pertinent to families dealing with autism.


She lives in Baltimore with her husband and two kids, and yes, it makes her a better therapist.

MS in Applied Behavior Analysis | Board Certified Behavior Analyst | 8 years of clinical experience

Angela Torres

(MS, BCBA)

Ten years in ABA therapy has taught Angela one thing above everything else: when parents feel confident, kids thrive better, stronger, faster.


She specializes in parent training and writes about the family side of autism: staying consistent at home, navigating schools, and taking care of yourself while caring for your child.


Angela is bilingual in English and Spanish and makes sure Spanish-speaking families never feel left out of the conversation.

MS in Behavior Analysis | Board Certified Behavior Analyst | Bilingual English/Spanish | 10+ years of clinical experience

Rachel Steinberg

(MEd, RBT)

Rachel is in homes and therapy centers every day, running sessions and watching kids hit milestones. 


She loves writing about the practical ins and outs of ABA. What does a real session look like? What can parents do between therapy hours? What if I’m not seeing progress from the sessions?


Rachel answers the questions families are searching for; she answers the questions they don’t even know to ask.

She's currently completing her BCBA certification.

MEd in Special Education | Registered Behavior Technician | Currently pursuing BCBA certification | 4 years of clinical experience

David Okafor

(BCBA, LBA)

David's younger brother was diagnosed with autism at four. And that changed everything for him; how he sees his clients, how he talks to families, and why he takes this work personally. Since 2019, he has specialized in early intervention and school-based therapy across Maryland and Virginia. He writes about the things that keep families up at night, and he addresses their concerns with gentle, expert care.

Board Certified Behavior Analyst | Licensed Behavior Analyst | Early Intervention Specialist | 6 years of clinical experience