North Arrow ABA

12/19/2025

The holiday season can be full of joy—but also changes in routine, sensory overload, and big emotions. A little preparation can go a long way in supporting your child. ☃

❄ Offer Choices: Providing options can help increase a sense of control and reduce anxiety (e.g., “Do you want to high-five or hug Grandma?”).

❄ Leverage Visual Schedules: Visuals help set expectations and prepare for changes in routine. Outlining the where and who ahead of time can help set everyone up for success.

❄ Create a Sensory Escape Plan: Identify a quiet, calming space your child can access when things feel overwhelming (e.g., stepping away from a crowded living room into a spare bedroom for a set amount of time).

❄ Prepare Transitional Items: Bring familiar or comforting items to support smoother transitions between activities or environments (e.g., a favorite stuffed animal can ride in the car to Auntie’s house).

12/16/2025

Meet Ally, RBT at our Traverse City location! ✨

Ally brings warmth and curiosity to her role as a Registered Behavior Technician here at North Arrow. She’s passionate about the idea that—just like neurotypical kiddos—no two children with autism are the same. One of her favorite parts of the job is truly getting to know each child she works with: their interests, what supports their learning, and what brings out their biggest smiles. Ally loves noticing all the ways kiddos communicate—“sometimes they say so much without saying anything at all!” 😭💙

Ally shares that her favorite thing about North Arrow is the supportive, team-based atmosphere, where feeling backed by her coworkers makes all the difference. 🌲

Ally makes a difference every day, and we couldn’t be happier to have her! 🌟

12/12/2025

Thank you to both our clinicians and families for the teamwork, effort, and heart you pour into each day. If you haven’t heard it lately, know that you are truly appreciated! ✨

Are you ready to take the next step in your child’s treatment journey? North Arrow offers complimentary consultations to help you explore whether ABA therapy is the right fit for your family. Call us today at (231) 268-0007 to get started! 📲

12/08/2025

Reminder- RSVP by Wednesday, December 10th to secure your spot!

Ga***rd community — join us for a sensory-friendly movie night featuring The Grinch! Come just as you are; this event is designed to be a safe, welcoming space where kids can move around, dance, sing, or enjoy the movie in whatever way feels best for them. 💚

We’ll have popcorn and hot cocoa ready to enjoy during the film. Please RSVP using the link below—we can’t wait to see you there! 🍿☃

https://forms.gle/3nt25yvuv7N1Xqyj7

12/04/2025

🌲 Heartfelt congratulations to Amber from our Cheboygan region and Devin from our Traverse City region! ✨

Two of our talented RBTs have recently passed their board exams and are now officially BCaBAs. Watching you both grow your careers—from BT to RBT, to Lead Tech, and now Behavior Analyst—has been such a special journey here at North Arrow.

Your advancement in the field of ABA means an even greater impact for the families and children we serve across Northern Michigan. We can’t wait to see all the lives you’ll continue to transform in your new roles. 💙

12/03/2025

Ga***rd community — join us for a sensory-friendly movie night featuring The Grinch! Come just as you are; this event is designed to be a safe, welcoming space where kids can move around, dance, sing, or enjoy the movie in whatever way feels best for them. 💚

We’ll have popcorn and hot cocoa ready to enjoy during the film. Please RSVP using the link below—we can’t wait to see you there! 🍿☃

https://forms.gle/3nt25yvuv7N1Xqyj7

12/02/2025

Locally owned and community-focused, North Arrow now brings in-home ABA therapy to West Branch and the surrounding communities—delivering compassionate, high-quality treatment and support right to your doorstep. ✨

We accept both commercial insurance and Medicaid, making it easier for families to access the care their child deserves. 🌲

North Arrow offers complimentary consultations to explore whether ABA therapy is the right fit for your child. Call (231) 268-0007 today to get started! 📲

11/27/2025

At North Arrow, we are truly grateful—for the incredible families we have the privilege to support, and for our dedicated team that shows up with heart every day. Thank you for being part of our community. 💛

As a reminder, we are closed today (Thursday, 11/27) and tomorrow (Friday, 11/28). 🌲

11/24/2025

🌲 Assent goes beyond consent—it’s about empowering our clients with agency, autonomy, and the right to participate because they want to, not because they have to. True assent means recognizing and respecting all the ways someone might say “no” or choose not to participate. The goal isn’t compliance—it’s connection, trust, and genuine engagement. Developing self-advocacy and decision-making skills is essential to our clients’ safety and independence. 🌱

Assent-based care ensures children feel safe, respected, and heard while building meaningful, lasting skills. At North Arrow, we’re proud to uphold this standard of client-centered, compassionate treatment. 💙

North Arrow offers complimentary consultations to help determine if ABA is right for your child. Email us at or call (231) 268-0007 to get started today! 📲

11/19/2025

We’re beyond proud of our most recent team of Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)! Your dedication, hard work, and compassion make a real difference in the lives of the families we serve. We are grateful for your commitment to our mission here at North Arrow—providing the highest-quality behavior-analytic services to our families. Thank you for bringing your energy, patience, and professionalism to every session. ✨🌲

11/17/2025

🌟 Early intervention through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) can be life-changing for children with autism — and it all begins with early detection. 🕰

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends universal autism screening at 18 and 24 months during well-child visits, along with ongoing developmental surveillance by pediatricians. This proactive approach ensures early diagnosis and timely access to interventions that maximize positive outcomes.

Starting therapy during early childhood—when the brain is developing most rapidly—allows children to make meaningful gains in communication, social interaction, and independence. ABA helps reduce challenging behaviors, teaches essential daily living skills, and builds a strong foundation for school readiness and lifelong learning. Families also gain valuable tools to support their child’s growth at home. Research consistently shows that beginning ABA early leads to stronger long-term outcomes. 🌱

North Arrow offers complimentary consultations to help determine if ABA is right for your child. Email us at or call (231) 268-0007 to get started today! 📲

11/12/2025

To our Sault Ste. Marie community- check this out! 🤎

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