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ABA Therapy for Toddlers: What Parents Need to Know in 2026

A complete guide for parents exploring ABA therapy for toddlers — what it looks like, when to start, what the research says, and how to find the right provider.

June 10 Read more

Discrete Trial Training in ABA: How It Works and When to Use It

Marcus was four years old and hadn't yet spoken a word when his therapist introduced a simple game: hold up a red card, say "red," wait for Marcus to echo it, then deliver a high-five and his favorite dinosaur sticker. Two hundred repetitions later — spread across a week of half-hour sessions — Marcus said "red" on his own. It sounds small. It wasn't. That structured, deliberate exchange has a nam

June 9 Read more

What's Happening in ABA This Week (June 8, 2026)

Your weekly roundup of ABA therapy news, BACB updates, workforce trends, and job market insights for BCBAs, BCaBAs, and RBTs — June 8, 2026.

June 8 Read more

BCBA vs Psychologist: What's the Difference and Which Do You Need?

Not sure whether to call a BCBA or a psychologist? Learn the key differences in training, scope, and when to use each for autism support and ABA therapy.

June 5 Read more

How Long Does ABA Therapy Take? What Families Should Expect

Wondering how long ABA therapy takes? Learn what factors shape treatment timelines, what families can expect at every age, and how to plan for transitions.

June 4 Read more

ABA Therapy Goals and How They Are Set for Each Client

ABA therapy goals aren't pulled from a textbook. They're built around one child, one family, and one very specific life. Here's how BCBAs set them — and what makes them work.

June 3 Read more

BACB Updates and What They Mean for Your Certification in 2026

The BACB's 2026 updates are reshaping how BCBAs and RBTs maintain their credentials. Here's what every ABA professional needs to know right now.

June 2 Read more

What's Happening in ABA This Week (June 1, 2026)

Your weekly roundup of ABA therapy news — BACB newsletter updates, June job market trends, CEU spotlight, burnout and retention conversations, and what to watch heading into summer 2026.

June 1 Read more

Functional Behavior Assessment: The Complete Guide for ABA Professionals in 2026

A complete guide to functional behavior assessments (FBA) in ABA — what an FBA is, the four functions of behavior, assessment methods, and how to build an effective behavior intervention plan.

May 29 Read more

Applied Behavior Analysis Careers: Every Role in ABA Explained for 2026

Every day, thousands of professionals walk into clinics, schools, and homes across the country with a single mission: to help people build the skills that make a full, independent life possible. They're not all BCBAs. They're not all therapists. Applied behavior analysis careers span a wide spectrum — from entry-level technician roles you can start without a degree, to doctoral-lev

May 28 Read more

BCBA Job Description: Roles, Responsibilities, and What Employers Expect in 2026

When a school district posts a BCBA opening and receives 80 applications in 48 hours, it's not just the salary driving interest — it's the clarity of the role itself. In a field where “behavior analyst” can mean anything from designing intensive in-home programs to consulting inside a Fortune 500 workplace wellness initiative, the job description is the document that se

May 27 Read more

Top RBT Interview Questions and How to Answer Them in 2026

What's Happening in ABA This Week (May 25, 2026)

It's Memorial Day weekend — and while the field may be taking a breath, ABA therapy never really stops moving. From fresh guidance out of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board to workforce shifts shaping the coming hiring season, this week carries stories worth paying attention to. Whether you're a practicing BCBA, an RBT mid-career, or a family navigating services, this is your weekly briefing

May 25 Read more

Telehealth ABA Therapy: How It Works and What to Expect in 2026

Discover how telehealth ABA therapy works in 2026, what to expect from remote sessions, who it's right for, and how to find a qualified provider.

May 22 Read more

The Autism Diagnosis Process: What Families Need to Know in 2026

When a parent first hears the words "we'd like to refer your child for an autism evaluation," the world can feel like it shifts beneath their feet. The weeks that follow — filled with appointments, questionnaires, and waiting — can feel overwhelming and isolating. But here's what many families don't realize until they're through it: understanding the autism diagnosis process, step by step, takes a

May 21 Read more