Potty training a child with autism can present unique challenges, therefore, traditional toilet training may not always be effective. Understanding some autism-specific traits contributing to the challenges of toilet...

April is when we celebrate Autism Awareness Month! We are excited to join in the celebration by providing resources, education, and networking opportunities in our community. This month, we...

On March 20th, we celebrate World Behavior Analysis Day. This is a time where we acknowledge the impact the field of behavior analysis has, promote awareness, and reflect on...

Children with Autism can often have difficulty in their social communication and interactions. This can range from deficits in developing and understanding relationships with others, failure to initiate or...

If you have a child with Autism who is currently enrolled in ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy, you may have heard some unique terms and language being used to...

How to Introduce New Foods to Picky Eaters  With the Holiday season right around the corner, more gatherings are taking place- and if your child is a picky eater, you...

We know every child has a different journey through autism therapy and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and each family’s experience is truly unique. This is why Little Spurs...

Emotional intelligence refers to the ability to define and manage one’s emotions as well as the emotions of others. This includes identifying and naming emotions in yourself and others,...

Coping Skills   There are so many ways children cope with the world around them. Things such as different environments, challenging situations, and new experiences can cause stress in children...

All behaviors serve a purpose. Through their behavior, children are communicating something to us, and it is our job to figure out what that is. The four functions of...