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Back to School
Many states have been back in school while some have not just yet. Autistic people often face difficulties with transitioning back to...

Michelle Vinokurov
Sep 5, 20222 min read
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Interview with Dr. Jennifer Bellotti, Executive VP of Full Spectrum ABA
I am so excited to announce I reached 40 guests on my podcast series, "The World of Autism"! Over a year now, I had 40 guests featured in...

Michelle Vinokurov
Aug 29, 20221 min read
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Advice from an Autistic Paraprofessional
Entering 4th school year as a paraprofessional As you all know, I wear many hats because I work more than one job. I have been a...

Michelle Vinokurov
Aug 15, 20221 min read
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OBM & PM in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
What is organizational behavior management (OBM) and performance management (PM)? How do they relate to the applied behavior analysis...

Michelle Vinokurov
Aug 1, 20223 min read
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Functional Behavior Assessments
What are functional behavior assessments (FBAs)? Functional behavior assessments (FBAs) are a systematic process for figuring out the...

Michelle Vinokurov
Mar 8, 20222 min read
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Relationships and Dating With Autism
Since yesterday was Valentine's Day, let's talk about dating and relationships. This topic can be hard for people to discuss about, but I...

Michelle Vinokurov
Feb 15, 20222 min read
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Verbal Operants
What are verbal operants? Verbal operants are kinds of verbal behaviors people demonstrate. These verbal behaviors in Applied Behavior...

Michelle Vinokurov
Feb 10, 20222 min read
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Task Analysis
What is task analysis? A task analysis is an approach for teaching complex skills by breaking them down into manageable steps. Here is an...

Michelle Vinokurov
Feb 1, 20221 min read
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Interview with Ron Sandison on Spectrum Inclusion
Do you know any autistic authors or read books about autism? Today, more autistic people are becoming authors by sharing their own life...

Michelle Vinokurov
Jan 25, 20221 min read
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24th Birthday Post
On this special day, it is my birthday! I turn 24 years old, which is one year away from being halfway of my twenties, haha! This year, I...

Michelle Vinokurov
Jan 18, 20221 min read
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Debunking Myths About ABA
As you may know, I was diagnosed with autism at the age of two. I received early interventions, including ABA, until the age of 8. Now as...

Michelle Vinokurov
Jan 11, 20222 min read
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New Year, New Start!
Can you believe it is 2022? The picture I posted demonstrates a new chapter in life. My family and I are beginning the new year in our...

Michelle Vinokurov
Jan 4, 20222 min read
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My Reflection on 2021
How was 2021 for you? For me, I've experienced so much more this year than I've had before. I went through a really big change with my...

Michelle Vinokurov
Dec 28, 20212 min read
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Holiday Tips 2021
Do you enjoy the holiday season? The holidays can be a great time for families. Although, it can be stressful for individuals on the...

Michelle Vinokurov
Dec 21, 20212 min read
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Interview with Maribeth Edmunds on Parenting an Autistic Adult
Are you a parent who has a child with autism and/or disabilities? Parents learn that it takes a community to impact a child with autism...

Michelle Vinokurov
Dec 7, 20211 min read
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Throwback Tuesday
Do you the like feeling when your former work or company still remembers you? I'm kicking off the end of this month with a throwback...

Michelle Vinokurov
Nov 30, 20211 min read
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Happy Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is right around the corner! Many people love Thanksgiving for all of the fun activities with family and eating lots of great...

Michelle Vinokurov
Nov 23, 20211 min read
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Halloween for Autistic Children
It looks like Halloween will be happening in person this year! We all know that Halloween is a fun holiday of dressing up in costumes and...

Michelle Vinokurov
Oct 26, 20211 min read
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Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)
What is picture exchange communication system? Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) is a functional communication system which...

Michelle Vinokurov
Oct 11, 20211 min read
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National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. It is so important to ensure people with disabilities have access to jobs, so...

Michelle Vinokurov
Oct 4, 20213 min read
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