Apex ABA Therapy Blog

ABA insights for your family

Practical guidance on ABA therapy, autism support, and advocacy from the clinical team behind Apex ABA Therapy.

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Parenting & Daily Life

Extinction Bursts in ABA Therapy: What They Are & More

One of the key components of ABA is the use of extinction, which is the gradual fading out of reinforcement for an unwanted behavior. However, the process of extinction can sometimes lead to an increase in the behavior, known as an extinction burst.

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Understanding Autism

Environmental Causes & Risk Factors Of Autism

Dive into the human side of the discussion on environmental causes and risk factors of autism. Uncover personal stories, insights, and the nuanced factors that contribute to the diverse experiences within the autism spectrum.

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Parenting & Daily Life

Emotional Exhaustion and Autism

Emotional exhaustion is a state of feeling emotionally drained, overwhelmed, and depleted. In this article, we will explore the connection between emotional exhaustion and autism.

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Understanding Autism

Educational Resources for Autism in Virginia

Fortunately, there are many educational resources available in Virginia that can help children with autism reach their full potential. In this article, we will explore some of the best educational resources for autism in Virginia.

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Understanding Autism

Eating Disorders And Autism

iscover insights, support, and stories that illuminate the nuanced intersection of these two aspects. Join us on a journey of understanding, empathy, and shared experiences, as we navigate the complexities and individualities within the overlap of eating disorders and autism.

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Understanding Autism

Easing Change For Children with Autism

Explore a compassionate guide on easing change for children with autism. Uncover practical tips and heartfelt insights to navigate transitions with patience and understanding.

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Who writes our blog

Meet our authors

Apex ABA Team

Apex ABA Team

Dr. Linda Nguyen

Dr. Linda Nguyen

Linda has been in ABA for fifteen years, and she's seen the field change in ways both encouraging and frustrating. She started as a behavior tech, became a BCBA, and eventually earned her doctorate because she wanted to do this work at the highest level possible. She writes about the science behind ABA, the ethics of good therapy, and why families deserve better than cookie-cutter treatment plans. Linda lives in Ohio with her husband and three kids—and yes, she uses ABA strategies at home. They work.

PhD, BCBA-D

Jordan Hayes

Jordan Hayes

Jordan's younger sister has autism, and growing up alongside her shaped everything about how he approaches this work. He knows what it's like to be the sibling in the waiting room—the family member who doesn't quite get enough attention, the kid who loves his sister and sometimes resents how much space autism takes up. He writes with empathy for the whole family, not just the child in therapy. His posts cover sibling dynamics, parent burnout, and how to keep a marriage intact when autism is exhausting. Jordan specializes in ABA therapy for adolescents and teens.

MS, BCBA

Aisha Patel

Aisha Patel

Aisha is the BCBA families call when nothing else has worked. She specializes in complex cases, severe behaviors, and kids who've been through three other providers before landing at Apex. She doesn't sugarcoat the hard parts, and she doesn't promise miracles. But she's consistent, she adjusts, and she gets results. Her blog is for parents in the thick of it—the ones looking for clarity when everything feels stuck.

BCBA, LBA

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