Helpful Resources
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Blog Posts
Answers and advice, from our team to you.
Every family’s questions look a little different, but you’re probably not the first parent to wonder about it. Below are real, practical answers to some of the things we hear most often, from preparing for a first session to navigating an IEP meeting.
Meltdown or Tantrum? Understanding the Difference (and What Helps in the Moment)
How to Talk to Family Members Who Don’t Understand Your Child’s Diagnosis
Building Communication at Home: Small Habits That Add Up
What to Expect at Your Child’s First IEP Meeting
Sensory Processing 101: Why Everyday Environments Can Feel Overwhelming
Understanding ABA
Start here if you're new to ABA.
If you’re just starting to learn about Applied Behavior Analysis, this is a good place to begin. These resources break down what ABA is, how it works, and what to expect from therapy, without the clinical jargon.
A plain-language overview of what ABA is and how it’s used with children with autism.
Research-based explanations of ABA and other autism treatments, useful for separating evidence-based approaches from unproven ones.
The governing body for BCBAs; a good resource if you want to understand who’s qualified to treat your child and what those credentials mean.
A large-scale research review identifying which autism treatments, including ABA, have strong scientific support. Useful for parents who want to see the evidence behind the approach, not just an explanation of it.
Support & Advocacy
You're not navigating this alone.
These organizations offer support, community, and advocacy for families raising a child with autism. They’re a good next step if you’re looking for connection beyond what we can offer directly.
Clear, medically reviewed information on developmental milestones, screening, and diagnosis.
Resources on diagnosis, treatment options, a directory of local services, and a 24/7 helpline.
One of the oldest grassroots autism organizations in the country, with local chapters offering support groups and community events.
A perspective led by autistic adults themselves, which many parents find valuable alongside clinical resources.
Insurance & Funding
Paying for therapy, without the guesswork.
Paying for therapy shouldn’t be another thing to figure out alone. We accept Medicaid and many major insurance plans.Coverage and eligibility may vary by state and provider.
- Aetna Insurance
- Aetna Commercial
- Anthem
- DMAS
- Humana
- VA Medicaid
Our team can help verify your specific plan’s ABA therapy benefits before you start. Coverage for ABA therapy is required in some form by every state, though the specifics, age limits, session caps, and required diagnoses, vary by state and plan, so verifying your exact benefits is always worth doing before you begin.
If you have questions about coverage, out-of-pocket costs, or whether a diagnosis evaluation is required first, reach out and we’ll walk you through it.
School & IEP Support
Navigating school services and IEPs.
Understanding your child’s rights and how to advocate for them at school can feel like learning a second language. These resources help translate it.
One of the most parent-friendly explanations available of IEPs, 504 plans, and the difference between them.
A deeper resource for parents who want to understand special education law and advocacy in more detail, often recommended when a family is preparing for an IEP meeting or a dispute with a school district.
The federal law guaranteeing your child’s right to a free, appropriate public education, and the legal backbone behind IEPs.
Connects families to their state’s Parent Training and Information Center, which offers free, one-on-one help navigating the IEP process.
Recommended Reading
For the nights you'd rather read than scroll.
A short list of books other parents and our own therapists have found helpful.
Barry M. Prizant
A compassionate, strengths-based look at autism that reframes behavior as communication rather than something to simply eliminate.
Ross W. Greene
Widely recommended for parents navigating meltdowns and rigid behavior, with a practical framework for collaborative problem-solving.
Sally J. Rogers, Geraldine Dawson, and Laurie A. Vismara
A hands-on guide for parents of young children, grounded in early intervention research.
Naoki Higashida
Written by a nonspeaking autistic teenager, offering a rare first-person window into the autistic experience.
Ellen Notbohm
A short, widely read book often recommended as a first read for grandparents, teachers, or anyone new to a child’s diagnosis.
Ido Kedar
Written by a nonspeaking autistic teenager who communicates through typing, this memoir offers a firsthand account of what it’s like to have a mind that works but a body that won’t cooperate, challenging assumptions about intelligence and communication in nonspeaking autism.
Still Have Questions?
We're here to help you make sense of it all.
Resources are a great starting point, but nothing replaces a real conversation about your child’s specific needs. Reach out anytime, we’re happy to walk through it with you.