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As the Thanksgiving season approaches, November becomes an ideal time to reflect on the importance of gratitude, kindness, and personal growth. For families and caregivers of children with autism or developmental delays, this season presents a unique opportunity to incorporate socially significant values into everyday routines and learning experiences. At Verbal Behavior Associates, we believe […]
Fall is a season of change—shorter days, cooler weather, and for many families, a return to more structured routines after summer’s flexibility. For children receiving Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, the start of fall is an excellent time to set or refine routine goals that encourage skill development and promote consistency at home and in […]
Every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential—and for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy can be a transformative support system. At VBA California, we specialize in evidence-based ABA services designed to empower children and their families with the tools they need to succeed. In this article, […]
At VBA we encourage all types of learning to ensure children are understanding to their maximum potential. We recognize that every person learns differently, has a unique voice, and brings value to the world around them in their own way. So while we recognize there are times when children struggle to maximize their potential, our philosophy […]
I play with children almost every day. Play is fun, but it is also a lot of work. I have to think quickly and kids have to enjoy playing with me. It is the best time a child learns, so I have to make sure I’m modeling appropriate language and expanding on every move or […]
I started taking up ASL because of my sister. She started it taking as a freshman and I would always see her signing around the house. I grew interested in the language she took up. I knew sign language was a unique language and I thought it would be easy to take up when I […]
New Year Resolutions When it comes to New Years, I thought it be nice to share a brief list of what I want to accomplish this year, so that I can possibly be a better person because of them. My family was kind enough to help list out my flaws and use them as inspiration […]
The reality of having a child diagnosed with autism is hard and full of challenges for every member of the family. Children with special needs require support from parents, siblings, and even grandparents, and the effort can be both physically exhausting and emotionally stressful. Parents, obviously, carry the greatest weight, coping with deficits and excesses […]
Before I start, I want to ask those of you who are currently reading a simple question: what is your favorite song? Simple I know, but have you ever thought as to why you like that particular song? Is there a particular reasoning as to why you love it so much? Do you have some […]
My name is Ava and I was diagnosed with PDD-NOS when I was three years old. PDD-NOS means ‘Pervasive Developmental Delay – Not Otherwise Specified’. In easier-to-understand words for my parents, it meant I would have delays in my communication and social skills. So it explained why as a baby I didn’t really respond to […]
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