Empowering Through Challenges - Building Bridges for Autistic Students
Navigating the world can be a daunting task for autistic students. From the sensory overload of a bustling classroom to the social...
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Michelle Vinokurov
- Aug 20
- 3 min
Autism-Friendly Strategies for Making Friends in a New School
Starting at a new school can be daunting for anyone, but for autistic students, it often comes with additional challenges. The fear of...
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Michelle Vinokurov
- Aug 13
- 3 min
5 Strategies for Utilizing Behavior Contracts to Support Autistic People
Image credit: Freepik Understanding Autism Autism is a spectrum disorder characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive...
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Michelle Vinokurov
- Aug 6
- 3 min
5 Essential Transition Supports for Back to School - A Guide for Autistic Students and Their Families
Image credit: Freepik The start of a new school year can be a time of excitement and anxiety, especially for autistic students. With the...
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Michelle Vinokurov
- Jul 16
- 3 min
Championing Client Dignity - 10 Best Practices for Working with Autism
When working with individuals with autism, championing their dignity is paramount. Autism, a complex developmental condition, influences...
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Michelle Vinokurov
- Jun 18
- 3 min
Adventures Await! 5 Tips for Traveling with Autism
Traveling is an exhilarating experience that can open up new worlds, spark joy, and create unforgettable memories. For individuals with...
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Michelle Vinokurov
- May 14
- 3 min
7 Strategies for Maximizing Resources - How to Thrive Financially While Navigating Autism
Maximizing Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) poses unique challenges for individuals and families alike. From navigating social situations...
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Michelle Vinokurov
- Apr 16
- 3 min
The Power of Special Interests
Autism, a neurodevelopmental disorder, presents itself in various ways, impacting social interaction, communication, and behavior....
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Michelle Vinokurov
- Mar 12
- 4 min
National Disabilities Month 2024
Introduction In the world of challenges and triumphs, National Disabilities Month stands as a beacon of resilience and inspiration. This...
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Michelle Vinokurov
- Mar 6
- 3 min
Breaking Barriers: 10 Ways Women with Autism Redefine Success
Autism, a neurodevelopmental condition, manifests differently in women, often leading to unique challenges. In this article, we explore...
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Michelle Vinokurov
- Jan 23
- 2 min
Control Issues
I wanted to break down this myth about autistic people wanting to be "in control" of everything in their environment, from school to...
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Michelle Vinokurov
- Jan 9
- 1 min
Stars of the Spectrum
This was the first of many new opportunities I've been presented with in the new year! The entire Stars of the Spectrum event was musical...
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Michelle Vinokurov
- Nov 14, 2023
- 2 min
Plan for Transitions
Transitions are important for everyone to navigate since we deal with them every day in our lives, such as going from home to school or...
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Michelle Vinokurov
- Oct 3, 2023
- 1 min
Sensory-Automatic Reinforcement
Did you know sensory is one of the functions of behavior? Nowadays, sensory in the ABA field is known as automatic reinforcement. This...
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Michelle Vinokurov
- Sep 26, 2023
- 1 min
Sensory Seekers vs. Sensory Avoiders
Did you know there are autistic people who are sensory seekers or sensory avoiders? Sensory seekers are those who look to stimulate...
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Michelle Vinokurov
- Apr 25, 2023
- 2 min
Importance of Consent and Assent
When it comes to any kind of therapy services like ABA, gaining consent and assent from clients & their families is super important....
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Michelle Vinokurov
- Feb 28, 2023
- 2 min
Let's Play!
Did you know play incorporates various skills and helps autistic people learn in their natural environment? In fact, there are different...
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Michelle Vinokurov
- Feb 21, 2023
- 2 min
Build and Develop Rapport
Remember the blog story I wrote earlier this month about the power of friendships? It all starts from building and developing rapport. No...
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Michelle Vinokurov
- Feb 14, 2023
- 1 min
Interview with Alyssa Latham, Behavior Analyst & Parent Coach
Do you know behavior analysts who provide parent training in the ABA field? Meet Alyssa Latham: Alyssa Latham Alyssa Latham has over 10...
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Michelle Vinokurov
- Jan 24, 2023
- 2 min
Reinforcement vs. Punishment
Did you know we use reinforcement and punishment all of the time, not just in ABA therapy? Reinforcement and punishment are used...
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