We’re excited to introduce our Parent Support Group, created to support you as you navigate the journey of ABA therapy with your child. This group offers a safe, welcoming space to connect with other parents, share experiences, and gain helpful tools and strategies.

Group Details:

When: every other Tuesday

Time: 8:00 PM EST / 7:00 PM CST

Each session will be facilitated by two Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and will include guided discussions on meaningful topics, followed by practical resources you can use at home. Topics will cover everything from understanding ABA basics to managing behaviors, supporting siblings, and preventing parent burnout.

We look forward to building this community with you and walking alongside you in your parenting journey.

2026 Parent Support Group Calendar

1/13 - Sleep Challenges: ABA-Based Solutions

• Understanding common sleep challenges and how ABA strategies can support better sleep routines.
• Using proactive and consistent approaches to improve bedtime and nighttime behaviors.

1/27 - Toileting Success: ABA Tips for Potty Training

• Identifying readiness signs and setting realistic expectations for potty training.
• Implementing consistent routines and reinforcement to support toileting success.

2/10 - Collaborating With Your ABA Team

• Building effective communication and partnerships with your child’s ABA team.
• Understanding how to share concerns, goals, and progress to support consistency.

2/24 - Generalization: Helping Skills Transfer to Real Life

• Understanding why skills may look strong in therapy but not at home or in the community.
• Using strategies to help your child apply learned skills across settings and people.

3/10 - Understanding ABA: Basics and Benefits

• Learning the core principles of ABA and how they support skill development.
• Understanding how ABA focuses on meaningful, functional outcomes for children and families.

3/24 - Consistency in ABA Therapy: Strategies for Parents

• Understanding why consistency matters for learning and behavior change.
• Identifying simple ways parents can support consistency at home.

4/7 - Navigating Big Feelings & Emotional Regulation

• Recognizing emotional regulation challenges and what drives big feelings.
• Using supportive strategies to help your child cope and build regulation skills.

4/21 - Managing Stigma and Advocating in Public Spaces

• Understanding common sources of stigma and how they impact families.
• Building confidence and tools to advocate for your child in public settings.

5/5 - Fostering Independence Through ABA

• Identifying skills that promote independence at home and in the community.
• Using prompting and fading strategies to support independence.

5/19 - Sensory Needs 101

• Identifying common sensory needs and how they may impact behavior.
• Using practical strategies to support sensory regulation at home and in the community.

6/2 - Using Visual Supports at Home

• Understanding how visual supports can increase independence and reduce frustration.
• Learning simple ways to create and use visuals in daily routines.

6/16 - Preparing for Outings

• Planning ahead to reduce stress during errands and community outings.
• Using proactive strategies to support transitions and expectations outside the home.

6/30 - Safety Skills for Kids

• Identifying key safety skills appropriate for your child’s developmental level.
• Using ABA strategies to teach and reinforce safety behaviors.

7/14 - Positive Reinforcement and How to Use It Effectively

• Understanding what reinforcement is and how it supports learning.
• Identifying meaningful reinforcers and using them consistently at home.

7/28 - Feeding & Mealtime Routines

• Understanding common feeding challenges and contributing factors.
• Building positive mealtime routines using structured and supportive strategies.

8/11 - Incorporating ABA Techniques into Everyday Life

• Identifying natural opportunities to use ABA strategies throughout the day.
• Embedding learning into routines like play, meals, and transitions.

8/25 - Setting Realistic Goals for Your Child

• Understanding how goals are selected and measured in ABA.
• Setting meaningful, achievable goals that align with your family’s priorities.

9/8 - Advocating for Your Child in the Education System

• Understanding your role and rights as a parent within the school system.
• Preparing to communicate your child’s needs effectively with educators.

9/22 - Handling Transitions

• Understanding why transitions can be challenging for children.
• Using visual, verbal, and environmental strategies to support smoother transitions.

10/6 - Supporting AAC at Home Without Overwhelm

• Understanding the role of AAC in communication development.
• Learning simple ways to model and support AAC use during daily routines.

10/20 - Building Communication: Supporting Emerging and Developing Language

• Understanding different stages of communication development.
• Supporting language growth through everyday interactions and routines.

11/3 - Managing Sibling Relationships

• Understanding common sibling dynamics in families of children receiving ABA.
• Supporting positive interactions and setting clear expectations between siblings.

11/17 - Parent Self-Care and Burnout Prevention

• Recognizing signs of parent burnout and chronic stress.
• Identifying realistic self-care strategies that fit into daily life.

12/8 - Preparing for the Holidays

• Planning ahead to manage routines, expectations, and sensory demands.
• Using proactive strategies to reduce stress during holiday events.

12/22 - Social Skills Development Using ABA

• Understanding how ABA supports social skill development.
• Encouraging peer interactions and navigating common social challenges.

*Subject to change