ENC ABA

02/19/2026

Day 2 of the NC ABA conference! Come see us this afternoon for a special treat 🩵

02/12/2026

Check it out

❤️ Valentine’s Special: Couples as Co-Owners in ABA Business

Love and leadership can they really mix?

In this special Valentine’s Day episode of the ABA Business Leaders Podcast, hosts Stephen and April Smith of 3 Pie Squared explore what it’s really like to build, grow, and lead an ABA business with your partner.

Stephen and April, a seasoned ABA entrepreneurs who built, scaled, and successfully exited a seven-figure ABA practice are joined by a remarkable panel of couples who are making it work in the ABA industry:

👩‍❤️‍👨 Jes Pape & Chris Robinson — AByay
💞 Jessica & Joshua Harrison — ENC ABA
🌹 Tasneem Ramey — Summit Collaborative Care

Together, they share candid insights on communication, balance, boundaries, and what it takes to turn partnership into both personal and professional success.

Whether you already run a business with your partner or are just thinking about it, this episode offers honest reflections and practical strategies to help you grow together in business and in life.

🎧 Full Episode link is on the comment section.

Don’t miss this heartfelt Valentine’s episode filled with real, unfiltered stories from ABA power couples who share how they balance love, leadership, and growth — all while building thriving businesses together.

Tune in for inspiration, laughter, and practical lessons you can use right away!

💬 Join our ABA Business Leaders Support Group for Couples who do business together. Interested? Sign-up here: https://forms.office.com/r/LLpAHCXUN8

📞 Have a question for Stephen and April?
Call the ABA Business Leaders Hotline: (737) 330-1432

02/08/2026

Do you have a pre-school aged child with autism?
If so, our ABA school readiness program might be a perfect fit for you and your family!
Our goal is to support early learners to be successful in a school setting by teaching the skills needed to access learning while also reducing behavior barriers that prevent your child from fully participating in school.
Our expanded clinic space opening in March is equipped with a mock classroom space that will provide a similar routine and structure of a school setting while allowing your child access to the research driven ABA strategies to help them be successful. Each child will receive 1:1, individualized support to make meaningful progress toward their personal goals. Limited openings beginning in March for the hours of
8:30am-3:30pm. Call to reserve your spot.
We accept Medicaid and all commercial insurance plans.

02/05/2026

Come help us celebrate ENC ABA and their new, expanded clinic in Morehead City with a Ribbon Cutting celebration.

ENC ABA is passionate about improving the lives of individuals impacted by autism and supporting families through compassionate, evidence-based care. From direct therapy and caregiver training to social skills groups, sibling groups, and community outreach, their work focuses on inclusion, understanding, and embracing neurodiversity.

Stop by to check out the new clinic space, meet the ENC ABA team, and learn more about the incredible work happening in our community. Enjoy non-alcoholic drinks and a variety of sweet treats, including mini cookies, cupcakes, and other desserts.

As a fun bonus, ENC ABA will be giving away a branded swag bag during the event. This family-friendly celebration includes a bounce house for kids.

Learn more about ENC ABA at: https://www.encaba.com/

We hope to see you there!

02/03/2026

Reinforcement is anything that increases the likelihood a behavior will happen again. Reinforcement is defined by your child’s response, not by what adults think should be motivating.

02/03/2026

The clinic remains closed 2/3 due to hazardous road conditions. We hope to open Wednesday 2/4, possibly on a modified schedule. Parents, be sure to check your email for important schedule information for 2/3. Thanks!

02/02/2026

Hi Families! We are excited to see your kiddos online today! Be sure to check your email for your child's schedule.

02/01/2026

ENC ABA will be closed Monday 2/2/26 for a rare Snow Day at the Beach!
Please share photos of your family enjoying the snow and use these tips for making the snow a fun learning opportunity!
Sensory Exploration:
Tactile: Let the child explore the snow with their hands, noting textures (soft, cold, wet).
Visual: Observe the appearance of the snow, discuss its color and how it changes in different lighting.
Auditory: Listen to the sounds of crunching snow while walking or playing.
Language Development:
Vocabulary: Teach words related to snow like “snowball,” “snowman,” “snowflake,” “cold,” “melt”.
Descriptive Language: Encourage the child to describe their snow play experiences using descriptive words.
Motor Skills:
Fine Motor: Use small tools like spoons or scoops to pick up snow and make snowballs.
Gross Motor: Engage in activities like snow angels, snow running, and jumping in snow.

01/20/2026

Hi Friends and Families! Check out this resource for sensory friendly films with AMC Theatres

For guests and families living with autism or other special needs.

01/02/2026

We have a new look for our BCBA Corner for 2026! Each month this year, we will take an ABA strategy that we use in clinic and translate it into meaningful ways you can use it at home.

We have some families who have been on their ABA journey for many years and some who are just beginning their journey. You may also be seeing this post and are curious as to what ABA really is all about. Wherever you and your child are in your journey, we want to continue to be a resource for your family.

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a research-based approach that helps children learn new skills, increase independence, and reduce challenging behaviors that may interfere with learning or daily life.
ABA focuses on understanding how behavior works, why it happens, and how to teach skills in ways that are meaningful and motivating for your child.
Your child’s individualized ABA program is designed and supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and implemented in a 1:1 or small group setting by a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).

The ultimate goal of ABA is to help your child:
Build meaningful, functional skills
Reduce behaviors that interfere with learning or safety
Increase independence and confidence
Improve quality of life for the child and family

ABA is not about changing who your child is.
It’s about supporting their growth, communication, and ability to navigate the world successfully.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from ENC ABA! We hope 2026 is full of blessings!

10/14/2025

In ABA, environmental changes are proactive adjustments made to the physical space, routines, and instructional setup to help prevent challenging behaviors and promote desired ones. Rather than waiting for behavior to occur and reacting, teachers can design the instructional environment to make appropriate behavior more likely.
These are a few ways that environmental changes can be helpful. What would you add to this list?