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The True Progress Therapy blog is your trusted source for evidence-based ABA insights, autism research, and clinical perspectives. Designed for families seeking answers and professionals raising the bar — because meaningful progress starts with knowledge.

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A boy playing with colorful blocks on a table
Autism Apr 2025

Understanding Alexithymia and Autism: Key Insights

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by challenges in communication, social interactions, and behavior. However, one aspect that often gets overlooked in autism discussions is emotional processing, particularly in relation to a condition known as alexithymia

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An adult with autism and a speech therapist during speech therapy session
Autism Apr 2025

Why Speech Therapy for Autistic Adults Is Worth Considering

Understanding Communication Challenges Communication challenges are a significant aspect of autism, affecting both speech and nonverbal communication. Understanding these challenges is crucial for identifying appropriate interventions and support strategies. Speech Difficulties in Autism Speech chal

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A kid with autism sleeping alone
Autism Apr 2025

Training Kids with Autism to Sleep Alone: A Helpful Guide

Getting a child with autism to sleep independently can be a challenging journey for parents. For many children on the autism spectrum, bedtime routines can be a source of stress and anxiety. They may struggle with changes in their environment or routine, find it difficult to self-soothe, or experien

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Two individuals with autism are holding a mobile phone
Autism Apr 2025

Unlocking Potential: Communication Apps for Autism Explored

Communication Apps Overview Communication apps play a crucial role in enhancing the communication abilities of autistic adults. These apps provide various features and benefits that cater to the unique needs of individuals with autism. In this section, we will explore the features of Proloquo2Go and

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An adult with autism in an office
Autism Apr 2025

Autism Employment: Navigating Career Opportunities and Support

Understanding Autism Employment Finding employment can be a challenge for individuals on the autism spectrum. While many individuals with autism possess unique strengths and abilities, the traditional work environment is often not tailored to their needs, making it harder for them to thrive in the w

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Two adults with autism reading a book in a library
Autism Apr 2025

Unlocking Potential: Communication Resources for Autistic Adults

Understanding Autistic Communication Effective communication is essential for everyone, including autistic adults. Understanding the unique aspects of autistic communication can help create more inclusive and supportive environments. Social Norms and Boundaries Autistic individuals may have differen

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An autistic ribbon
Autism Apr 2025

The Evolution of Autism: Understanding its History and Development

The Evolution of Autism Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental condition that affects individuals differently, often involving challenges in social interaction, communication, and behavior. While the term "autism" is now widely recognized, the understanding of this condition has e

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An adult with autism is sitting on a couch holding a tablet
Autism Apr 2025

Choosing the Right AAC Devices for Autistic Adults Made Easy

Understanding AAC Devices What is AAC? AAC stands for Augmentative and Alternative Communication. It refers to a range of communication methods used to supplement or replace speech for individuals with communication challenges. These methods can include visual communication books, picture boards, an

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A group of adults with autism during social skills training
Autism Apr 2025

Unlocking Potential: Social Skills Training for Autistic Adults

Understanding Social Skills Training Social skills training for autistic adults is a complex and multifaceted process. It involves various techniques aimed at improving communication and social interaction. However, it is essential to understand the impact of autistic masking and the challenges asso

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Child hugging BCBA, looking calm and content.
Autism Apr 2025

How the Double Empathy Problem in Autism Changes Communication

For years, society assumed that autistic individuals struggle with empathy. But what if we’ve been looking at the issue all wrong? The Double Empathy Problem challenges the outdated belief that only autistic people have trouble understanding others—it suggests that the breakdown in communication is

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BCBA and autistic child baking together in the kitchen.
ABA Therapy Apr 2025

Practical ABA Techniques Parents Can Use at Home Every Day

As someone who works closely with families in the ABA field, I can confidently say that parents are one of the most valuable parts of the therapy team. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) isn’t just a clinic-based therapy—it’s a way of understanding and supporting behavior that can extend beautifully in

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BCBA and autistic girl looking at each other during ABA therapy session.
ABA Therapy Apr 2025

ABA vs Speech Therapy: Which Intervention Works Best?

If you’re a parent navigating communication challenges with your child—especially if your child is on the autism spectrum—chances are, you’ve heard of both ABA and Speech Therapy. Maybe you’re wondering which one your child truly needs… or if they need both. As someone who works in ABA therapy every

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About the Author

Michele Young

Regional Clinical Director

MS · CCC-SLP · BCBA · LBA

Michele has been working with young people with autism since 2009, bringing more than 15 years of hands-on clinical experience to every article she writes. A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP), Michele has built programs at Rutgers, led behavioral services at Autism Family Services of NJ, taught graduate students at LaSalle University, and worked in schools across New Jersey and the Carolinas.

As Regional Clinical Director at True Progress Therapy, Michele oversees clinical operations and makes sure every BCBA on the team has what they need to deliver real, measurable results for families.

She writes about ABA therapy, autism support, communication-building strategies, and what families and therapists can do to drive measurable progress — translating decades of clinical experience into guidance you can actually use.

Clinical Specialties

  • Functional Communication Training (FCT)
  • Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)
  • Real-world ABA program design
Credentials & Verification

BACB Certification #1-10-6918

Active · Certified since 2010

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