A Smiley Face

07/27/2025

Reinforcement is NOT bribery

Reinforcement in ABA refers to strengthening behavior through that follow. It is one of our most effective tools for promoting communication, independence and success.

Swipe to learn how positive and negative reinforcement work and how to prevent reinforcing unwanted behaviors.

05/11/2025

Happy Mother's Day to all the amazing moms out there!!! 🧡💐 you are so loved and appreciated.

04/18/2025

04/01/2025

"But to know someone with autism looks like: a heart filled with joy, moments filled with awe, a mind filled with new perspectives and more love than you can ever imagine." 🧡

03/27/2025

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03/07/2025

Join our zoom March 19th!! 🧡 helping parents manage stress!

02/08/2025

Today in group all the kids got to learn about Black History Month! They learned about different leaders and achievements made by historical figures. 🧡

01/05/2025

Reach out to me for more info and to set up a tour! 🧡🧡

09/22/2024

Lots of fun was had at our first summer at A Smiley Face!! The kids had some exciting visitors from Colonia Fire Department, did obstacle course, talent show filled with so much excitement, crafts, games, and so much fun with friends!! Thank you to all the therapists for making it such an incredible time for all kiddos! Can't wait for more fun throughout the year to help them grow and socialize!! 🧡🧡

07/25/2024

Thank you to Masters the Skills CPR in Staten Island for your wonderful training class! Most of our staff is now CPR, infant CPR, and Epipen certified! We also had fun doing it. Thank you for providing us with the knowledge and hands on training to keep our clients safe! 🧡💚

07/04/2024

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07/01/2024

Thank you Tony for coming in and teaching our kiddos some Kung Fu! The kids and staff had a blast. The clients did an amazing job following Tony's directions, trying some new moves, having a high kick competition, dancing together, racing, and most importantly cheering on their peers! 🥰🥋🧡💚 we can't wait for next time!!