Mental Health

If you’ve ever left an IEP meeting feeling overwhelmed, confused, or unsure if you said everything you meant to say, you are not alone. Navigating the school system for a neurodiverse child can feel like learning a whole new language. The good news? You don’t have to be an expert to be an effective advocate, and advocacy doesn’t have to mean conflict. When families, schools, and ABA providers work together, advocacy becomes a collaborative, accountability-driven process, o

Burnout is more than feeling tired. It’s a state of emotional exhaustion, reduced sense of accomplishment, and increased detachment from work. For ABA professionals, it is important to be mindful of the signs of burnout which can show up as:

Parenting a child on the autism spectrum is one of the most meaningful roles a person can take on. It’s a journey full of love, learning, growth, and deep connection. But for many parents, it’s also a journey marked by long days, emotional investment, complex decisions, and the constant balancing act of meeting their child’s needs while keeping up with the rest of life’s demands. In the midst of therapies, school meetings, behavior plans, medical appointments, sensory plannin

Explore how OCD and autism can intersect and impact mental health in children. Learn about signs, support, and strategies for OCD and autism.