Sunshine Advantage

Sunshine Advantage Sunshine Advantage is an ABA therapy provider for children with autism. We provide in-person and tel All insurance plans are accepted.

Sunshine Advantage provides every child in our care with the tools that he or she needs to grow and succeed. We deliver highly individualized, evidence-based holistic treatment programs that target each childโ€™s specific needs and consider his or her unique circumstances.

๐Ÿ” Signs of Autism to Notice ๐Ÿ” Every child develops at their own pace, but there are early signs that may indicate autism...
10/24/2025

๐Ÿ” Signs of Autism to Notice ๐Ÿ”
Every child develops at their own pace, but there are early signs that may indicate autism. At Sunshine Advantage, we help families recognize these signals and explore supportive next steps.

๐Ÿง  ๐€๐ญ ๐’๐ฎ๐ง๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐ž ๐€๐๐ฏ๐š๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ ๐ž, our team looks for and supports children showing:
๐ŸŒŸ Delays in speech, gestures, or communication
โœ”๏ธ Difficulty with social interaction and connection
๐Ÿ’ก A strong preference for routines or repeated behaviors

๐Ÿก ๐€๐ญ ๐‡๐จ๐ฆ๐ž, parents can watch for these patterns in everyday life:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Not responding to their name or avoiding eye contact
๐ŸŒˆ Preferring to play alone rather than with peers
๐Ÿซถ Getting upset when routines or environments change
โœจ Awareness is the first step toward support. With early help from Sunshine Advantage and guidance at home, every child can begin building skills for a brighter future.

๐ŸŽฏ Focused 1:1 Support ๐ŸŽฏ Some kids thrive best with individualized attention. At Sunshine Advantage, our one-on-one ABA s...
10/22/2025

๐ŸŽฏ Focused 1:1 Support ๐ŸŽฏ
Some kids thrive best with individualized attention. At Sunshine Advantage, our one-on-one ABA sessions are tailored to your childโ€™s unique goals, helping them feel capable, confident, and in control.

๐Ÿง  ๐€๐ญ ๐’๐ฎ๐ง๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐ž ๐€๐๐ฏ๐š๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ ๐ž, during 1:1 sessions, our therapists focus on:
๐ŸŒŸ Reinforcing skills learned at school to make them stick
โœ”๏ธ Expanding communication through individualized practice
๐Ÿ’ก Closing developmental gaps with structured, child-led learning

๐Ÿก ๐€๐ญ ๐‡๐จ๐ฆ๐ž, parents can make the most of 1:1 time, too:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Set aside a few minutes daily for focused play or reading
๐ŸŒˆ Reinforce the same goals your child is working on in therapy
๐Ÿซถ Keep consistency between home and sessions for steady progress
โœจ With personalized support at Sunshine Advantage and consistent reinforcement at home, children build the skills they need to thrive

๐Ÿค Play Builds Connection ๐Ÿค Play is more than fun โ€” itโ€™s the foundation for friendship and confidence. At Sunshine Advant...
10/17/2025

๐Ÿค Play Builds Connection ๐Ÿค
Play is more than fun โ€” itโ€™s the foundation for friendship and confidence. At Sunshine Advantage, we use guided play to help children grow social skills that last a lifetime.

๐Ÿง  ๐€๐ญ ๐’๐ฎ๐ง๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐ž ๐€๐๐ฏ๐š๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ ๐ž,, our therapists design play sessions to build:
๐ŸŒŸ Turn-taking and teamwork
โœ”๏ธ Understanding of emotions and facial expressions
๐Ÿ’ก Opportunities for initiating and responding to peers

๐Ÿก ๐€๐ญ ๐‡๐จ๐ฆ๐ž, parents can create connection through play by:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Modeling sharing during family games
๐ŸŒˆ Setting up activities that require cooperation
๐Ÿซถ Celebrating moments when your child waits, shares, or responds
โœจ With support from Sunshine Advantage and playtime at home, every game becomes practice for connection.

๐ŸŒˆ Learning Through Play ๐ŸŒˆ The best learning doesnโ€™t happen in drills; it happens in play. At Sunshine Advantage, we use ...
10/15/2025

๐ŸŒˆ Learning Through Play ๐ŸŒˆ
The best learning doesnโ€™t happen in drills; it happens in play. At Sunshine Advantage, we use Natural Environment Teaching (NET) to embed skills into activities children already love.

๐Ÿง  ๐€๐ญ ๐’๐ฎ๐ง๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐ž ๐€๐๐ฏ๐š๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ ๐ž, our therapists use NET to:
๐ŸŒŸ Practice communication while building with blocks
โœ”๏ธ Teach flexibility through pretend play or dress-up
๐Ÿ’ก Build problem-solving during art or movement games

๐Ÿก ๐€๐ญ ๐‡๐จ๐ฆ๐ž: parents can support learning by:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Joining in your childโ€™s play and following their lead
๐ŸŒˆ Using everyday moments like snack time to practice choices
๐Ÿซถ Offering specific praise (โ€œGreat job asking for the red blockโ€)
โœจ When learning feels like play, progress feels natural. Thatโ€™s the Sunshine Advantage way.

๐ŸŽ“ Preschool: Kindergarten-Ready, Life-Ready ๐ŸŽ“ Preschool isnโ€™t just about ABCs. At Sunshine Advantage, our preschool clin...
10/10/2025

๐ŸŽ“ Preschool: Kindergarten-Ready, Life-Ready ๐ŸŽ“
Preschool isnโ€™t just about ABCs. At Sunshine Advantage, our preschool clinic blends ABA therapy with play to prepare children for kindergarten and for life.

๐Ÿง  ๐€๐ญ ๐’๐ฎ๐ง๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐ž ๐€๐๐ฏ๐š๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ ๐ž our preschool sessions focus on:
๐ŸŒŸ Communication skills that help kids express their needs
โœ”๏ธ Social confidence through turn-taking and group play
๐Ÿ’ก Emotional regulation to handle big feelings in new environments

๐Ÿก ๐€๐ญ ๐‡๐จ๐ฆ๐ž: Parents can reinforce readiness with simple activities like:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Practicing snack prep or cleanup routines
๐ŸŒˆ Singing circle time songs or reading together
๐Ÿซถ Encouraging independence in daily transitions
โœจ When preschool is built on ABA, children donโ€™t just prepare for school; they gain skills that support every part of life.

๐ŸŒฑ Big Skills Start Small ๐ŸŒฑ Ever wonder how kids master a big, complex skill? At Sunshine Advantage, we use shaping,  rei...
10/08/2025

๐ŸŒฑ Big Skills Start Small ๐ŸŒฑ
Ever wonder how kids master a big, complex skill? At Sunshine Advantage, we use shaping, reinforcing each small step along the way, to turn progress into confidence.

๐Ÿง  ๐€๐ญ ๐’๐ฎ๐ง๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐ž ๐€๐๐ฏ๐š๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ ๐ž, our therapists celebrate every step forward, such as:
๐ŸŒŸ Picking up a fork before learning to use it fully
โœ”๏ธ Attempting to button before mastering the whole shirt
๐Ÿ’ก Trying a new sound before forming a full word

๐Ÿก๐€๐ญ ๐‡๐จ๐ฆ๐ž: Parents can shape skills too by:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Praising effort, not perfection
๐ŸŒˆ Breaking down tasks into small, achievable parts
๐Ÿซถ Encouraging progress daily and making each attempt a win
โœจ With shaping, progress feels possible. Every little effort adds up to big milestones.

๐Ÿง  Creating Calm After School ๐Ÿง  Does your child feel drained, cranky, or overwhelmed after school? At Sunshine Advantage,...
10/03/2025

๐Ÿง  Creating Calm After School ๐Ÿง 
Does your child feel drained, cranky, or overwhelmed after school? At Sunshine Advantage, our after-school clinic helps children recharge and practice coping strategies so evenings can feel calmer and more successful.

๐Ÿง  ๐€๐ญ ๐’๐ฎ๐ง๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐ž ๐€๐๐ฏ๐š๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ ๐ž, our therapists guide children through:
๐ŸŒŸ Relaxation routines to reset after a busy school day
โœ”๏ธ Emotional regulation skills that reduce meltdowns
๐Ÿ’ก Structured group activities that make social practice fun and safe

๐Ÿก ๐€๐ญ ๐‡๐จ๐ฆ๐ž: Parents can support smoother afternoons by:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Offering a predictable snack or quiet activity when school ends
๐ŸŒˆ Building in short sensory breaks to recharge
๐Ÿซถ Celebrating when your child transitions calmly into the evening
โœจ With the right support at Sunshine Advantage and at home, afternoons shift from stress to success.

๐Ÿก Real Progress Happens at Home ๐Ÿก Some of the most powerful learning moments happen in the comfort of home. At Sunshine ...
10/01/2025

๐Ÿก Real Progress Happens at Home ๐Ÿก
Some of the most powerful learning moments happen in the comfort of home. At Sunshine Advantage, our in-home ABA therapy blends right into your familyโ€™s routines, turning everyday activities into lasting skills.

๐Ÿง  ๐€๐ญ ๐’๐ฎ๐ง๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐ž ๐€๐๐ฏ๐š๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ ๐ž, therapists use daily life as the backdrop for learning:
๐ŸŒŸ Brushing teeth at bedtime to build self-care
โœ”๏ธ Following directions during mealtime
๐Ÿ’ก Managing transitions from play to chores with support

๐Ÿก ๐€๐ญ ๐‡๐จ๐ฆ๐ž, parents can reinforce skills by:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Using the same prompts and visuals therapists introduce
๐ŸŒˆ Celebrating each success, no matter how small
๐Ÿซถ Turning ordinary routines into chances for independence
โœจ With Sunshine Advantage in your home, and your partnership every day, progress becomes part of family life..

โœจ A New Place to Grow โœจ Big news! Weโ€™re thrilled to announce our new ABA clinic โ€” a space designed to help children feel...
09/26/2025

โœจ A New Place to Grow โœจ
Big news! Weโ€™re thrilled to announce our new ABA clinic โ€” a space designed to help children feel safe, confident, and ready to learn.
๐Ÿง  At Sunshine Advantage, our new center mirrors a preschool environment with:
๐ŸŒŸ Sensory-friendly spaces for comfort and focus
โœ”๏ธ Group areas for social skills and peer interaction
๐Ÿ’ก Structured routines that support learning through play
๐Ÿก At Home, families tell us their children love coming here because it feels like a second home. Walking into a space designed just for them gives kids confidence and motivation to try new things.
โœจ More than a clinic, itโ€™s a community where children can connect, grow, and shine. We canโ€™t wait for you to see it.

๐Ÿ’– Building Social-Emotional Skills ๐Ÿ’– Social skills are more than manners. Theyโ€™re the foundation for friendships, confid...
09/24/2025

๐Ÿ’– Building Social-Emotional Skills ๐Ÿ’–
Social skills are more than manners. Theyโ€™re the foundation for friendships, confidence, and connection. At Sunshine Advantage, we use play to help children build these skills in a way that feels natural and fun.

๐Ÿง  ๐€๐ญ ๐’๐ฎ๐ง๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐ž ๐€๐๐ฏ๐š๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ ๐ž, therapists guide children through activities that teach:
๐ŸŒŸ Recognizing and naming emotions in themselves and others
โœ”๏ธ Cooperating with peers through games and group play
๐Ÿ’ก Replacing hitting or screaming with words or communication tools

๐Ÿก ๐€๐ญ ๐‡๐จ๐ฆ๐ž, parents can nurture these skills daily:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Label emotions during real-life moments (โ€œYou look happyโ€)
๐ŸŒˆ Encourage siblings or friends to take turns in play
๐Ÿซถ Celebrate even small attempts to connect with others
โœจ With support from Sunshine Advantage and practice at home, kids learn not just to interact โ€” but to build relationships that last.

๐Ÿ‘ Catch Them Being Good ๐Ÿ‘ Noticing the good changes everything. At Sunshine Advantage, positive reinforcement is at the ...
09/19/2025

๐Ÿ‘ Catch Them Being Good ๐Ÿ‘
Noticing the good changes everything. At Sunshine Advantage, positive reinforcement is at the heart of our teaching because when kids feel seen for their effort, theyโ€™re more motivated to keep growing.

๐Ÿง  ๐€๐ญ ๐’๐ฎ๐ง๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐ž ๐€๐๐ฏ๐š๐ง๐ญ๐š๐ ๐ž, our therapists use specific praise and meaningful rewards to strengthen positive behaviors, such as:
๐ŸŒŸ โ€œI love how you waited your turn!โ€
โœ”๏ธ โ€œGreat job putting your toys away.โ€
๐Ÿ’ก Stickers, high-fives, or extra playtime to make learning exciting

๐Ÿก ๐€๐ญ ๐‡๐จ๐ฆ๐ž, parents can do the same with simple adjustments:
๐Ÿ‘‰ Look for little wins during routines and point them out
๐ŸŒˆ Be specific with your praise so kids know exactly what they did right
๐Ÿซถ Use hugs, high-fives, or a favorite activity to celebrate
โœจ Kids grow best when we shine a light on their strengths. Together, we can turn everyday moments into opportunities for confidence.

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2170 Lakewood Road Ste. 206
Toms River, NJ
08755

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm

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