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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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Two adults with autism doing a vocational activity
Autism Mar 2025

Building Brighter Futures: Effective Vocational Activities for Autistic Adults

Vocational Training for Autistic Adults Importance of Vocational Training Vocational training plays a crucial role in empowering individuals with autism to achieve vocational success. It provides specialized training and support, develops essential skills, and increases their employment opportunitie

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A group of adults with autism are doing recreational activities together
Autism Mar 2025

Empowerment Through Play: Recreational Activities for Autistic Adults

Supporting Autistic Adults Effective support mechanisms are essential in enhancing the lives of autistic adults. This section will delve into the importance of community inclusion and advocacy for autistic individuals. Importance of Community Inclusion Community inclusion plays a vital role in enhan

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A group of adults with autism socializing
Autism Mar 2025

Unlocking Social Potential: Engaging Social Activities for Adults with Autism

Social Activities for Autistic Adults Exploring the realm of social activities for adults with autism presents a unique opportunity to enhance social engagement while addressing various challenges faced in social interactions. Importance of Social Engagement Social engagement plays a significant rol

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A group of autistic adults during their painting activity
Autism Mar 2025

Fun and Engaging: Sensory Activities for Autistic Adults

Understanding Sensory Challenges Sensory challenges are a fundamental aspect of autism that can significantly impact the daily lives of autistic individuals. Understanding these challenges is crucial for developing effective sensory activities for autistic adults. Sensory Issues in Autism Sensory is

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An autistic girl coloring a detailed drawing on the floor, surrounded by colored pencils in NJ.
Autism Mar 2025

Understanding Sensory Processing Disorder Test and Diagnosis

Introduction Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is a condition that affects how individuals process and respond to sensory stimuli, such as sound, touch, sight, taste, and smell. It is commonly observed in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), although it can also affect children without auti

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An autistic toddler with OCD stacking colorful toy blocks on a patterned playmat in New Jersey.
Autism Mar 2025

Understanding Autism and OCD: Symptoms, Overlaps, and Treatment

Autism and OCD: What You Need to Know Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) are two distinct conditions, but they often occur together. For parents, family members, ABA therapists, educators, and school personnel in New Jersey, understanding the connection between th

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Young girl with regressive autism dressed as a mermaid waving while sitting outdoors in New Jersey.
Autism Mar 2025

What is Regressive Autism? Exploring Symptoms and Treatment Options

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental condition that affects a child’s ability to communicate, interact socially, and engage in normal activities. While some children show developmental milestones according to the typical schedule, others experience a regression—a loss of previou

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Two smiling BCBAs brainstorming on a glass board in an office with natural light in New Jersey.
BCBAs & RBTs Mar 2025

Maximize Your Earnings: How to Achieve Six Figures as a BCBA

Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) play an essential role in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), particularly in working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). As a BCBA, you can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those with autism while enjoying a rewarding

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A behavior technician engaging with two autistic children playing with blocks at a table in NJ.
BCBAs & RBTs Mar 2025

Understanding the Role of Behavior Technicians in ABA Therapy

In the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), behavior technicians play a critical role in the success of interventions and support for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Whether you are a parent, educator, ABA therapist, or school personnel in New Jersey, understanding the vital ro

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An autistic boy holding a red toy fire truck sits with smiling RBT during ABA therapy in New Jersey.
ABA Therapy Feb 2025

ABA Therapy Services in NJ: What Every Parent Should Know

Insurance Coverage for ABA Therapy in New Jersey Figuring out insurance for ABA therapy can feel like trying to solve a jigsaw with missing pieces. But if you’re in New Jersey, NJ FamilyCare Medicaid is here to help those seeking ABA therapy for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). NJ FamilyCare Medicaid

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Parents of an autistic child sitting at a table, engaging in insurance coverage conversation in NJ.
ABA Therapy Feb 2025

Unlocking the Value of New Jersey ABA Therapy Insurance Coverage

ABA Therapy in New Jersey Understanding how New Jersey deals with ABA therapy insurance can be a bit tricky, especially if you’re a parent, teacher, or professional working with those who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD). We’re here to simplify things, starting with the need for ABA therapy and N

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An ABA therapist and autistic child are reading a book, while he holds a red toy fire truck in NJ.
ABA Therapy Feb 2025

A Parents Guide to New Jersey ABA Therapy Benefits

Understanding ABA Therapy in New Jersey Importance of ABA Therapy Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy’s been quite the game-changer for folks with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It’s like the secret sauce for boosting communication, ramping up independence, and overall making life a bit more ma

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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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