By Benjamin Sarcia, BCBA – Clinical Director of Healthy Beginnings At Healthy Beginnings (HB), we recently worked with a second grader who was dealing with a challenging condition, rumination. Rumination is when someone voluntarily vomits after eating or drinking, and for parents, this can be very alarming. Not only can it make meals stressful, but…
ABA therapy, or Applied Behavior Analysis, is a data-driven approach to help individuals with autism and other developmental challenges learn new skills and thrive! The goal is simple: to improve communication, social skills, and reduce behaviors that might get in the way of everyday life. Every session is carefully tailored to fit the unique needs…
Join Us for a Sensory-Friendly Trunk or Treat at the Columbia Center! Get ready for a fun-filled day at Verbal Beginnings’ annual Sensory-Friendly Trunk or Treat, happening on October 26th from 11 AM to 2 PM at our Columbia Center. This event is designed to create a safe and enjoyable environment for children of all…
Verbal Beginnings wants to be your choice for early intervention comprehensive autism services! That means a collaborative approach to therapy that covers a wide range of services to help children on the autism spectrum. We know that the topic of comprehensive services and ABA therapy can raise some questions so here are some quick Q/A’s…
What’s The Difference Between School and Medical Autism Diagnoses? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex condition that affects children and adults in various ways. When it comes to Early Intervention and getting therapy for a young child, an official diagnosis plays a big part in getting the right treatment… and fast. One important aspect…
Working at Verbal Beginnings is more than just a job, it’s a meaningful career that gives you the power to change a child’s life through the power of ABA. Yet part of doing amazing work in ABA means growing and improving your own professional skillset! That’s huge at Verbal Beginnings and we’ve spent years building…