Teaching Self-Advocacy Through ABA: Empowering Children to Express Their Needs
Self-advocacy is an essential life skill that allows individuals to express their thoughts, needs, and preferences. For children with...
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Nov 13 min read
Prioritizing Self-Care for Autism Families: Why Self-Care Matters
As a clinician who is deeply connected with the autism community, I see firsthand the dedication and resilience that parents of children...
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Sep 302 min read
Maximizing Progress: Implementing Individualized Care Plans in ABA Therapy
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) can profoundly impact children with autism, but the key to success lies in individualizing therapy to...
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Sep 13 min read
September Blog: Proactive and Reactive Strategies in ABA
Proactive and Reactive strategies are essential tools in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to support individuals with autism. These...
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Jul 312 min read
Navigating Back to School: Understanding Antecedent and Consequence Interventions for Families with Children with Autism
For families with children with autism, navigating back to school period can be particularly challenging, given the transitions and changes.
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Jun 282 min read
Exploring Behavior Management and Understanding the Functions of Behavior
Behavior is a form of communication and interaction that plays a crucial role in Applied Behavior Analysis. The management of behavior is...
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Jun 32 min read
Building Rapport with a Child in ABA Therapy: The Key to Fun, Engaging, and Effective Sessions
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy plays a crucial role in empowering children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other...
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Apr 21 min read
Benefits of Prompting and Parenting in ABA Therapy
In the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), the use of prompting as a teaching strategy is recognized for its effectiveness in...
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Feb 292 min read
Navigating DTT and NET in ABA Therapy
In the dynamic realm of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, we continuously seek the most impactful strategies to cater to our...
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Jan 302 min read
Understanding Sensory Processing in the Context of ABA Therapy
Many individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) may face challenges with sensory processing, which can have a significant impact on...
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Dec 27, 20232 min read
New Year 2024 Holiday and Autism
The start of a new year is often associated with feelings of joy and optimism. It is also a time for parents of children with autism to...
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Nov 20, 20231 min read
Toilet Training for a Child with Autism Using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Here's a general guideline: Begin by assessing the child's readiness for toilet training. This involves observing how long the child...
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Nov 9, 20233 min read
ASD Sensory-Friendly Thanksgiving Recipe
As a parent of a child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, you may experience challenges when it comes to mealtime. Many children on...
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Oct 24, 20231 min read
Community Highlights: Meet Rula Diab of Arizona Institute for Autism
Check out this article from Voyage Phoenix about our Clinical Director Rula Diab. Read about Rula's journey to creating the Arizona...
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Oct 24, 20231 min read
Integrity, Empowerment and Excellence: Arizona Institute for Autism expands to new office
Check out this article about our new clinic location. Our Clinical Director Rula Diab met with Scottsdale Airpark to share the details of...
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Oct 24, 20231 min read
Meet Rula Diab | Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Check out this article from Shoutout Arizona about our Clinical Director Rula Diab. Read about Rula's vision and learn more about the...
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Sep 19, 20232 min read
The Benefits of ABA Therapy for Children with Autism
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based approach that utilizes the principles of behavior analysis to modify maladaptive...
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Sep 12, 20233 min read
ASD Sensory-Friendly Recipes: Pancakes
If you are the parent of a child with autism spectrum disorder, you probably know how difficult mealtime can be. Many children with an...
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Sep 4, 20231 min read
Repetitive Behaviors with Children Diagnosed with Autism
Children with autism often engage in repetitive behaviors as a way to cope with sensory overload. These behaviors can manifest in various...
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Rula Diab, Clinical Director, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA
Aug 2, 20232 min read
Arizona Institute for Autism is Thrilled to Announce its Transformation into an Integrated ABA Model
The Arizona Institute for Autism is thrilled to announce its transformation into an Integrated ABA Model, an approach that brings...
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