Sam I Am Autism Services

01/18/2026

Teaching a child every single skill may feel overwhelming.

What if there was another way?

What if we taught children HOW to learn?

What if we taught children some of the things they need to learn and also HOW to continue learning on their own?

It would definitely seem less overwhelming this way.

It is definitely a good way to support children, especially if it takes them longer to learn things.

It is definitely something we can try to do.

It begins with learning to make relations between things.

It involves learning to make inferences about things being taught.

It is a skill that can be learned.

It is a skill that can begin to develop around 18 months of age.



📷Brooke Cagle

01/11/2026

Whether you are choosing the very first words to teach your child or their 900th word, think about how it might impact their life.

Will it help them get their needs met?

Will it help them express themselves?

Will it help them talk about the things they like?

Will it help them have conversations?

Make each and every word matter - because they do.

01/07/2026

Big feelings aren’t “bad feelings” — they’re human feelings.

For many autistic children, emotions can feel extra intense, fast, or confusing.

Emotional regulation isn’t about “stopping” feelings. It’s about helping kids understand what’s happening in their bodies and giving them tools to feel safe and supported.

Here are a few ways we build emotional regulation skills in ABA therapy, in a neurodiversity‑affirming way:

✨ Co‑regulation first
Kids learn to regulate with us before they can regulate on their own. This may include calm voices, predictable routines, and staying close to support big feelings.

✨ Name the feeling
Using visuals or simple language (“Your body looks angry”) helps children connect sensations to emotions without pressure.

✨ Teach tools
Breathing, counting, and other strategies, breaks, sensory supports, and safe spaces can help empower kids to choose what works for them.

✨ Practice during calm moments
We build skills when the child feels regulated — not in the middle of a meltdown. This keeps learning safe and supportive.

✨ Celebrate small wins
Noticing even tiny moments of regulation (“You took a deep breath before asking for help!”) builds confidence and self‑awareness.

💛 Emotional regulation is a journey, not a checklist. With patience, connection, and the right support, kids learn to understand their feelings and develop tools to help navigate them when needed.

12/21/2025

🌮I love playing games in ABA Therapy sessions!

These are a few of the games that were client faves this year.

🌮 🐱 🐐 🧀🍕
I can play Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza for days!
Who wouldn’t want to be a narwhal?
What Do You Meme that isn’t fun? 🤣

11/03/2025

⏰Can your autistic child wait?

✔️Waiting is hard for most people.
✔️Waiting is a daily part of life.
✔️Waiting is a skill that can be improved.
✔️Waiting can be made easier.
❌Don’t wait to start working on waiting!

💙Need help with this?
💙Connect with Sam I Am Autism Services to talk about how we can help your child learn waiting skills.

10/28/2025

10/28/2025

🎃Halloween: Step-by-Step 🎃

👭+ 🍪+ 🤣 + 🎃 + 😂💀🤣

📷: Colin + Meg

10/18/2025

👻 Tips to support your autistic child this Halloween 🎃

10/12/2025

🦃Are you looking for tips to support your autistic child this Thanksgiving?

10/11/2025

📲Connect with Sam I Am to see if ABA therapy is a good fit for your child. 🤙

📧: sam@samiamautism.com
🌐: www.samiamautism.com
📱🤙: 905-376-9850

10/08/2025

Are you teaching the 🌟MOST 🌟essential and meaningful skills?

Certain skills can have a tremendous impact on quality of life including health & safety.
📝Be sure to consider these skills & plan for their development.

👉Connect with Sam I Am to see if ABA therapy is a good fit for your child.

📧: sam@samiamautism.com
🌐: www.samiamautism.com
📱🤙: 905-376-9850