The Gregory Center for Applied Behavior Analysis

11/02/2025

November ✨🍂🍁

10/19/2025

You know all too well… something big is coming. We’re teaming up with amazing community partners to bring a much-needed program to NEPA — one that centers on Natural Environment Teaching using the principles of ABA.

Stay tuned ✨✨✨

The Gregory Center for Applied Behavior Analysis strives to provide quality ABA-based therapies to children with autism and other developmental delays.

10/14/2025

October 2025 Newsletter ✨✨✨

10/10/2025

🌟 AAC Awareness Month: Quick Tips for Supporting AAC Learners! 🌟

Every child deserves a voice — and for many of our learners, Augmentative and Alternative Communication helps them express their thoughts, needs, and ideas. Supporting an AAC user doesn’t have to be complicated! Here are a few simple ways you can help build their communication skills every day:

💬 Model, model, model!
Show your child how to use their AAC system by selecting words while you talk. This helps them learn the meaning of symbols and how to use them naturally in conversation.

🧩 Provide access to both core and fringe words!
Core words (like “go,” “want,” “more”) are used often and in many ways. Fringe words (like “cookie,” “swing,” or “book”) add specific details that make communication more meaningful.

⏳ Pause and wait!
Give your child time to process and respond. A few extra seconds can make all the difference in helping them communicate at their own pace.

💖 Acknowledge every communication attempt!
Whether a message is intentional or still being explored, respond and celebrate the effort — it helps build confidence and motivation to communicate.

Every interaction is a chance to support language growth and connection. Together, we can make communication accessible for all! 💬✨

10/09/2025

Cheers to 10 years to our very own Mrs. Emily. 🎉🎉🎉

We are all so incredibly lucky to work with you, know you, and learn from you. We value and appreciate your dedication, knowledge, and the positive impact you bring to everything you do.

Thank you for being such a big part of our journey. ❤️

10/06/2025

At The Gregory Center, we believe that everyone deserves a voice — and that communication should never be limited by ability. AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) supports individuals in expressing themselves, building connections, and increasing independence.

Our team is committed to ensuring every child has access to functional communication. We are so fortunate to collaborate with Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) to learn and implement best practices, helping our clients use AAC systems effectively while continuing to build natural language and social skills.

The benefits of AAC include:
✔️ Supporting natural speech development and language learning
✔️ Increasing independence
✔️ Reducing frustration and challenging behaviors
✔️ Improving educational and social outcomes
✔️ Allowing for easy personalization
✔️ And—most importantly—more communication!

Together, we’re creating a world where every voice can be heard. 💬💙 Happy AAC Awareness Month!

10/02/2025

October is AAC Awareness Month! 💬✨

We’re proud to support individuals who communicate in many different ways. AAC—Augmentative and Alternative Communication—includes everything from gestures and picture symbols to speech-generating devices and communication apps. For many of our clients, AAC is not just a tool—it’s a voice, a bridge to connection, and a pathway to independence.

This month, we celebrate:

🌟 All forms of communication—high-tech and low-tech

🌟The right of every individual to be heard

🌟The families, therapists, teachers, and caregivers who support AAC users

🌟The incredible progress our clients make when given access and opportunity

Communication is not one-size-fits-all. Everyone deserves a way to express their needs, thoughts, and personality—and AAC makes that possible.

Join us in spreading awareness, promoting inclusion, and advocating for AAC access for all! 🗣️💙 Stay tuned for more information throughout this month!

10/01/2025

Happy October! Taking a moment to shout out some awesome individuals!!

09/11/2025

This summer was full of growth and exciting changes here at The Gregory Center! Several of our amazing team members have stepped into new roles, and we couldn’t be more proud of the dedication, leadership, and passion they bring to our workplaces every single day. 💙 Please join us in congratulating and celebrating the following individuals on their new titles:

✨Brianna Ruby (Hamlin): Registered Behavior Technician

✨Brianna Walker (Hamlin): Registered Behavior Technician

✨Elizabeth June (Hamlin): Licensed Behavior Specialist

Brianna and Brianna, like all of our BHTs, completed their 40 hour RBT training course upon hire. This summer, they sat for and passed their RBT examinations, earning the credential offered by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.

Elizabeth received her masters degree in Applied Behavior Analysis this summer, and her work experience and specialized coursework qualified her to apply for her state licensure with the PA Board of Medicine which was approved this summer. She is now officially a Licensed Behavior Specialist in the state of Pennsylvania!

We are so proud of these three and SO excited for the months to come to recognize so many of our staff who are working on completing coursework for both undergraduate and graduate degrees to further their professional careers! Here’s to a great year ahead as we continue to grow together!! 🥳🌸

09/11/2025

With the school year underway, we’re energized for a season full of learning and success! Proud to honor the work anniversaries of some of our incredible staff this month! 🍎✨

09/05/2025

Check out this event! Specially designed for your unique family.

08/05/2025