by Ashleigh Evans, MS, BCBA | Feb 12, 2026 | Quest Kids Therapy
“How can I keep my child with autism or developmental disabilities safe?” It’s one of the most common questions we hear. Children with autism face a higher risk of wandering, drowning, and accidental injury than their neurotypical peers, making teaching safety skill...
by Ashleigh Evans, MS, BCBA | Jan 5, 2026 | Quest Kids Therapy
One minute, your child is calmly playing with a favorite toy. The next, they’re screaming, crying or hitting, and you’re left wondering what just happened. Challenging behaviors, like tantrums, aggression, self-injurious behavior and property destruction, can feel...
by Ashleigh Evans, MS, BCBA | Nov 14, 2025 | Quest Kids Therapy
When your child begins ABA therapy, it’s not their journey to take alone. It’s yours too. As a parent or caregiver of a child with autism or other neurodevelopmental differences, you play one of the most important roles in your child’s growth. That’s why caregiver...
by Ashleigh Evans, MS, BCBA | Nov 5, 2025 | Quest Kids Therapy
Children tend to thrive when they know what to expect. For children with autism, this need for predictability can be even stronger. Structure acts like a safety net. It provides a sense of control and predictability in a child’s life, which can reduce stress. At the...
by Ashleigh Evans, MS, BCBA | Sep 26, 2025 | Quest Kids Therapy
Gaining independence is a significant milestone for anyone. For children and teens with autism, the journey can be especially challenging, but also empowering. Applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy provides structured, individualized support to help children build...
