A Big Heart ABA LLC

08/21/2026

🧩 Could an FBA help your child?

When challenging behaviors begin interfering with communication, school, family routines, or everyday activities, it can be difficult to understand why they are happening. A Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) can help identify patterns and better understand what may be contributing to a behavior.

In our newest Parent Resource article, we explore 5 signs your child may benefit from an FBA, including:

✨ Challenging behaviors happening frequently
🔍 Behaviors occurring in specific situations
🗣️ Difficulty communicating wants and needs
🔄 Strategies that aren't producing lasting results
❤️ Behaviors affecting your child's quality of life

Understanding the why behind behavior can help us teach meaningful replacement skills and create more individualized support.

Is challenging behavior interfering with your child’s daily life? Learn five signs that an FBA may be helpful and how understanding the function of behavior can guide individualized support.

07/29/2026

🧩 Why Does My Child Keep Doing That Behavior?

One of the most common questions parents ask is, "Why is my child behaving this way?" The answer may surprise you—every behavior serves a purpose. Behavior is communication, and understanding the "why" behind it is the first step toward creating meaningful, lasting change.
In our newest Parent Resource article, we break down the ABCs of Behavior and teach you how to:

✨ Identify what happens before a behavior (Antecedent)
✨ Objectively describe the behavior
✨ Understand what happens after the behavior (Consequence)
✨ Recognize the four common functions of behavior
✨ Learn how to collect simple ABC data at home to identify behavior patterns

When we understand the why, we can teach the how—helping children develop positive communication, emotional regulation, and problem-solving skills.

📖 Read the full article on our Blog:
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❤️ Building Skills • Growing Confidence • Changing Lives.

Looking Beyond the Behavior to Understand What Children Are Communicating One of the most common questions parents ask is, "Why is my child engaging in this behavior?" Whether it's refusing to transition away from a preferred activity, crying during homework time, or becoming frustrated w

07/24/2026

Understanding the ABCs of Behavior

Behavior is communication. Before we ask, “How do we stop this behavior?” let’s ask, “What is my child trying to communicate?”

The ABCs of behavior can help us better understand why behaviors occur:

✨ A = Antecedent (What happened before the behavior?)
✨ B = Behavior (What exactly did the child do?)
✨ C = Consequence (What happened immediately afterward?)

When we understand the why behind behavior, we can teach meaningful replacement skills that help children communicate their wants, needs, and emotions more successfully.

Remember—behaviors aren’t “good” or “bad.” They’re opportunities to learn, connect, and provide support. ❤️

Visit our Parent Resource Center to learn more about understanding behavior, identifying behavioral functions, and collecting ABC data at home.

Building Skills • Growing Confidence • Changing Lives

07/19/2026

Summer Break Doesn't Have to Mean Losing Routine!

For many children, school provides predictability, structure, and opportunities for learning throughout the day. When summer vacation or school breaks arrive, changes in routines can sometimes lead to frustration, anxiety, difficulty with transitions, or other challenging behaviors.

The good news? A little preparation can make a BIG difference!

In our newest Parent Resource article, we're sharing practical strategies to help children successfully navigate less structured time while building flexibility, confidence, and independence.

You'll learn about:

🌈 Creating predictable summer routines
🚂 Supporting successful transitions
⭐ Building flexibility during schedule changes
📅 Using visual schedules and timers
💛 Supporting emotional regulation skills
🏡 Creating meaningful learning opportunities at home

Remember—progress doesn't stop when school ends. Summer can become a wonderful opportunity for growth, connection, and meaningful learning.

📖 Read the full article here:
www.bigheartaba.net

❤️ Building Skills • Growing Confidence • Changing Lives

Learn practical strategies for helping children with autism successfully navigate unstructured time during summer vacations, school breaks, and changing routines.

07/18/2026

🍎 Back-to-School Transitions Can Be Challenging—And That's Okay!

A new school year brings exciting opportunities for children to learn, grow, and build confidence. It can also bring big feelings, changes in routines, and challenges with transitions. Whether it's waking up earlier, meeting a new teacher, navigating social situations, or adjusting to classroom expectations, many children benefit from extra preparation and support during this time of year.

In our newest blog post, we're sharing practical, evidence-based strategies to help make the transition back to school smoother and more successful for both children and families. You'll learn about:

✨ Creating successful morning routines
✨ Supporting emotional regulation
✨ Building independence skills
✨ Using visual supports and schedules
✨ Preparing for classroom expectations
✨ Celebrating progress—one small step at a time!

Remember, transitions are a process, not a race. Small victories matter, and every child deserves the time and support they need to thrive.

📚 Read the full article here:
https://www.bigheartaba.net

❤️ Building Skills • Growing Confidence • Changing Lives

Learn practical strategies for helping children successfully transition back to school, including routines, emotional regulation, visual supports, and independence skills.

07/16/2026

🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️ Every Hero Has Big Feelings! ❤️

Big feelings are a part of being human—and every zone is okay! The real superpower isn’t avoiding emotions, it’s learning how to recognize them and choose strategies that help us feel safe, calm, and ready to succeed.

Using the Zones of Regulation, children can learn to identify how they’re feeling and practice coping strategies that empower them to become their own everyday heroes. From deep breathing to asking for help, every small step is a superpower in action!

✨ Pause. Breathe. Choose. You’ve got this!

07/15/2026

Parent and caregiver involvement is one of the most important predictors of meaningful and lasting progress in ABA therapy. While children learn valuable skills during their therapy sessions, true success happens when those skills are practiced and generalized across the people, places, and routines that make up their everyday lives. Parent training empowers families with practical strategies that support their child's growth while strengthening the partnership between caregivers and clinicians.

In this article, we'll explore why parent training is an essential component of ABA therapy, how it promotes the generalization and maintenance of skills, why many insurance providers require caregiver participation, and the lasting benefits it can have for both children and their families.

Supporting Meaningful Progress Beyond Therapy Sessions When families begin Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, one of the most valuable components of treatment is parent and caregiver training. While children may make wonderful progress during therapy sessions, meaningful and lasting change ha

07/15/2026

Every behavior has a story—and we’re here to help understand it. 💙

At A Big Heart ABA, our Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and Consultation Services are designed to provide compassionate, individualized, and evidence-based support for children, families, and schools.

Whether you’re seeking support with challenging behaviors at home, in the classroom, or within the community, we collaborate every step of the way to identify meaningful solutions that promote growth and success.

Our services include:
✨ Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs)
✨ School Consultation Services
✨ Parent & Caregiver Coaching
✨ Behavior Support Planning
✨ Executive Functioning & Social Skills Support
✨ IEP Collaboration & Recommendations

Because understanding the “why” behind behavior creates opportunities for meaningful change.

📩 Now accepting consultation inquiries throughout Massachusetts.
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