Therapeutic Approach to Growth

01/15/2026

At TAG, we believe in the power of relationships, teamwork, and connection.

Everyday moments at home are powerful opportunities to build coregulation. Slowing down, sharing an activity, and working together can make a big difference in your child's development.

In this video, our leadership team, Abigail (CEO) and Executive Directors of Behavioral Therapies and RDI, Jackie and Gail, demonstrate how something as simple as making a salad can support connection and teamwork.

Try this at home with your child: give clear roles, move at a comfortable pace, and most importantly...have fun together!

10/28/2025

📣 The AACAP has issued a new policy — “Expanding Access to Care for the Autism Community” — calling on clinicians, policymakers, and insurers to broaden access to timely, evidence‐based treatments for individuals with autism and related developmental disorders. The policy emphasizes that care shouldn’t be limited to one approach (like ABA), but must include a full spectrum of interventions and support across the lifespan. 👉 Let’s work together to ensure every person with autism gets the care they need!

This policy statement from AACAP outlines the urgent need to expand access to evidence-based interventions for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and intellectual developmental disorders (IDD), addressing workforce shortages, insurance c

10/13/2025

✨ New Episode Alert! ✨

Did you know that one of the most powerful ways autistic children build connection is through something called social referencing?

In this episode, I talk with Gail Ludwig about:

✅ What social referencing really is
✅ How it strengthens emotional bonds
✅ Simple ways parents can nurture it every day

This isn’t about forcing communication — it’s about building trust, connection, and shared moments. 💛

🔸 Full episode: Transforming Lives: Social Referencing & Autism

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/transforming-lives-social-referencing-autism/id1806348567?i=1000731647875

09/29/2025

We’re Hiring Heart-Centered BCBA’s!

09/29/2025

We’re Hiring Heart-Centered BCBA’s!
To apply text 858.252.7396 to schedule an interview or email your resume to jzaldua@tagforgrowth.com

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09/20/2025

Music and art give students a wonderful way to express their feelings. After playing the rain drum, this student spontaneously shared, “Happy!” Then, during art, he laughed joyfully while exploring the blue paint. 💙

These shared activities create authentic opportunities to connect, build relationships, and form lasting memories — all of which are vital for regulation, emotional health and well-being. Consider sharing art, music, or movement with your child or student this week! Let us know how it went!

08/13/2025

A great leadership-admin lunch meeting with CEO Abigail Robinson, Scheduling Coordinater and Clinical Support Specialist Hanah Nunez, and Executive Director of Behavioral Therapies Jackie Zaldua. Great collaboration and teamwork!!

08/07/2025

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RDI Founder Dr. Steven Gutstein talks about the importance of helping Autistic individuals to develop Dynamic Intelligence and how this equates to well being...

08/01/2025

Have you heard about RDI and want to learn more?! Join one of our FREE weekly remote webinars where you will see actual client video samples, bringing the program to life. We will answer your individualized questions and share more about the significant outcomes of our RDI programs.

Click Here to Sign Up Now!
https://TherapeuticApproachtoGrowth.as.me/RDIIntroWebinar

05/08/2025

TAG use a naturalistic, collaborative, compassionate approach that supports meaningful growth! We focus on what eaxh client can do and support them to keep growing at their own pace. We use activities such as gardening, pretending to lie on the beach as we listen to ocean sounds, and tactile art that are meaningful to the client tio support goals like self-advocacy, making choices,, eye gaze shifting, and regukatuon We love working with parents and other caregivers in a team approach. Most importantly we love to have fun as we support one anothers growth journey. (parent has requested we share her son’s story to inspire others)l

05/02/2025

A beautiful work of art 🎨