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Introduction   Everyday moments can be some of the best opportunities to teach your child new skills — without adding anything extra to your already busy day.  Think about being at the park. Your child runs to the swings and wants you to push them. Instead of immediately pushing, you can pause and use that moment to help them appropriately request, whether that’s saying “push,” signing, or pointing.  These small moments add up.  The good news is that you don’t need a therapy

Introduction   Have you ever felt frustrated because you couldn’t understand what your child was trying to tell you? It can leave you feeling helpless — and sometimes even like you’re failing as a parent. Now imagine how it feels for your child. When little (or not so little) ones are trying to express what they need but can’t make themselves understood, frustration builds quickly. That frustration can lead to tantrums, aggression, withdrawal, or other behaviors that impact t

Parenting is hard — especially on challenging days. Learn practical self-care and emotional regulation strategies to help parents stay present, regulated, and supported with guidance from Empower Behavior Coaching.

By Empower Behavior Coaching Parent Training Team   Introduction   Why does it have to be so hard to get appropriate services for our kids with special needs?  Have you ever left an IEP meeting being told that it’s your responsibility to provide the services your child needs to be successful? In just the past three months, I’ve had three different families tell me this is exactly what they were told — by the school .  I’ve walked out of meeting after meeting for my own kids

By Empower Behavior Coaching Parent Training Team   Introduction   If you have a child who engages in tantrum behaviors regularly, you know how frustrating and overwhelming it can feel as a parent. You may find yourself wondering what triggered the behavior or how to calm the situation quickly.  When kids experience big emotions they can’t express, it often leads to emotional dysregulation and behaviors that seem to come “out of nowhere.” But here’s the good news: all behavio

By Empower Behavior Coaching Parent Training Team     Introduction   Have you ever had your child get off the bus, only to tell them you have to leave right away for an appointment — and suddenly face a full-blown meltdown? You’re not alone.  The lack of structure and routine can cause emotional breakdowns that are difficult for the whole family. Today, we’ll talk about how structure reduces problem behavior and promotes independence through predictable routines and visual sc

By Empower Behavior Coaching Parent Training Team   Introduction   As parents, we often get caught up in correcting the behaviors we don’t want to see — and forget to notice when our children are doing something right. It’s easy to miss positive behaviors, especially when they’re quiet and calm compared to the louder, more challenging moments. Or maybe you just want to enjoy that rare calm without “jinxing it.”  You’re not alone. As a mom of two children with their own diagno