The StarRise ABA Therapy Podcast
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About This Podcast
The StarRise ABA Therapy Podcast is here for parents who want practical, real-world help that actually fits into everyday life. We talk about the real stuff like bedtime meltdowns, grocery store tantrums, screen-time struggles, and everything in between and how small, steady changes can help your child (and you) thrive.
Each episode breaks down simple, evidence-based ABA strategies you can use at home, without needing a degree to understand them. No clinical jargon, no pressure just supportive, down-to-earth conversations about parenting, progress, and creating calm in the middle of the storm.
Brought to you by StarRise ABA Therapy, we’re here to uplift and empower families of all kinds, including those supported through Medicaid with care that’s compassionate, accessible, and made for real life.
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Recent Episodes
#020 Helping Kids Speak Up for Themselves with ABA
Every child deserves to have a voice no matter how they communicate. In this episode, Sarah and Emily explore how ABA therapy can teach self-advocacy skills that help kids express their needs, make…
#019 When ABA Isn’t Enough or the Right Fit
Sometimes, even with progress, ABA alone doesn’t meet every need—and that’s okay. In this episode, Sarah and Emily talk about what to do when ABA isn’t the full answer for your child. They share how…
#018 Balancing Behavior Goals with Your Child’s True Self
How do you teach important life skills without changing who your child is? In this episode, Sarah and Emily explore how ABA therapy can support growth while celebrating neurodivergent identity. Learn…
#017 Teaching Skills That Last Beyond “Because I Said So”
Getting kids to follow directions is one thing helping them truly learn is another. In this episode, Sarah and Emily unpack the difference between compliance training and skill-building in ABA. Learn…
#016 What Trauma-Informed ABA Really Means for Your Child
Some behaviors run deeper than they appear and that’s where trauma-informed ABA makes a difference. In this episode, Sarah and Emily explore how ABA therapy can be done with sensitivity, safety, and…
#015 What Guides Your Child’s ABA Therapist
Ever wonder what keeps your child’s ABA therapy safe, ethical, and family-centered? In this episode, Sarah and Emily break down the BACB Ethical Code the rules therapists follow to ensure honesty,…
#014 When to Say No to an ABA Technique
Not every strategy is right for every child and that’s okay. In this episode, Sarah and Emily talk about how to recognize when an ABA technique isn’t working and how to confidently speak up. Learn…
#013 Teaching Consent and Respect in Your Child’s Therapy
Every parent wants their child to feel safe, heard, and respected in therapy. In this episode, Sarah and Emily talk about what consent really looks like for kids—how to notice their cues, honor their…
#012 Understanding Autistic Adults’ Concerns About ABA
Many parents feel torn after hearing both praise and criticism of ABA therapy. In this episode, Sarah and Emily explore what autistic adults are saying about ABA concerns about compliance, masking,…
#011 Is ABA Harmful? An Honest Look for Parents
There’s a lot of talk about ABA therapy, some glowing reviews and some real concerns. In this episode, Sarah and Emily take a balanced, compassionate look at the question “Is ABA harmful?” They…
#010 Making School Transitions Easier with ABA Support
Starting school or daycare can feel overwhelming for kids and parents alike. In this episode, Sarah and Emily share how ABA strategies can ease those big transitions using tools like priming, visual…
#009 How Video Modeling Helps Kids Learn Complex Skills
Teaching multi-step skills like brushing teeth or joining play can feel overwhelming but video modeling makes it easier. In this episode, Sarah and Emily explain how short, simple videos can help…
#008 Teaching Kids Safety with Simple ABA Steps
From crossing the street to talking to strangers, safety skills don’t come automatically, kids need to be taught step by step. In this episode, Sarah and Emily share how ABA strategies help children…
#007 Helping Kids Build Planning and Flexibility with ABA
Morning chaos, homework battles, sudden changes, sound familiar? In this episode, Sarah and Emily unpack how ABA strategies can strengthen kids’ executive functioning skills like planning,…
#006 Encouraging Play and Imagination with ABA Strategies
Playtime is more than fun, it’s how kids learn, connect, and grow. In this episode, Sarah and Emily explore how ABA therapy helps children with autism build play and imagination skills through…
#005 Helping Kids Learn Dressing and Feeding with ABA Steps
Morning routines don’t have to be chaos! In this episode, Sarah and Emily share how ABA’s “task analysis” approach can make self-help skills—like getting dressed and feeding—easier for kids to learn.…
#004 Building Social Skills Step by Step with ABA
Helping kids make friends doesn’t have to feel impossible. In this episode, Sarah and Emily share simple ABA-based strategies to teach key social skills like greetings, joining play, and taking…
#003 Simple ABA Tips to Make Toilet Training Easier
Toilet training can feel like a mountain, but ABA strategies can make the climb smoother. In this episode, Sarah and Emily share practical, positive steps for parents like checking readiness signs,…
#002 Teaching Kids Better Ways to Ask Instead of Meltdown
When tantrums and outbursts take over, it’s often your child’s way of saying, “I need help.” In this episode, Sarah and Emily unpack Functional Communication Training (FCT), an ABA strategy that…
#001 Helping Nonverbal Kids Find Their Voice with ABA
When words don’t come easily, communication can feel impossible but there’s hope. In this episode, Sarah and Emily share how ABA therapy helps nonverbal children express their needs using signs,…
Frequently Asked Questions
The StarRise ABA Therapy Podcast has published 20 episodes since October 2025, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Kids & Family.
The StarRise ABA Therapy Podcast is currently dormant with new episodes daily. Average episode length is 7m.
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