First, we need to challenge the idea that therapy should follow a straight line. Progress in therapy, especially in behaviour support, is rarely linear. Children (and adults) move forward, pause, regress, and leap again. These fluctuations are not detours; they’re part of the process.

In classrooms across the world, educators are searching for more effective and compassionate strategies to address challenging behaviours. They want approaches that go beyond reactionary discipline and move toward connection and understanding.

In the world of behaviour analysis, dangerous behaviours like pica and elopement present some of the most complex and emotionally charged challenges. For professionals using the Practical Functional Assessment (PFA) and Skills-Based Treatment (SBT) frameworks, understanding how to approach these behaviours with both safety and…

In the realm of Practical Functional Assessment (PFA) and Skills-Based Treatment (SBT) , the term ‘ Universal Protocols ‘ refers to a standardised set of procedures used across diverse contexts and clients. These protocols are not simply convenient checklists, they are essential safeguards that ensure…

I had the privilege of presenting a case review at the Advanced Practical Functional Assessment & Skill-Based Treatment (PFA/SBT) workshop with Dr. Greg Hanley . This two day workshop was hosted by Super Kids and brought together Australian professionals in the field of Applied Behaviour…

Early intensive behavioural intervention (EIBI) is an evidence-based, comprehensive therapy for Autistic children based on the principles of ABA. Is has been shown to be associated with the most dramatic improvements in prognosis for Autistic children (Eldevik, Hastings, Hughes, Jahr, Eikeseth, & Cross, 2009; Lovaas…

In the realm of developmental disorders, two terms often cause confusion: Global Developmental Delay (GDD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) . So what are the differences between Global Developmental Delay and Autism? While both affect a child’s cognitive and social development, they have distinct differences…

Behaviour Analysts are practitioners in the field of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), which is the science of learning and behaviour to improve our everyday quality of life. There are over 64,000 Behaviour Analysts across the world (BACB, 2023). Although many Behaviour Analysts support Autistic individuals,…

Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) uses the science of behaviour and learning to improve quality of life. In Australia, Certified Behaviour Analysts (CBAs) are professionals with specialised training in Behaviour Analysis, qualified to oversee ABA interventions. At Super Kids, our focus is on early intensive behavioural…

It is so important that we find out what motivates a child to learn in order to develop a personalised approach for teaching new skills. Motivation and joy will increase the participation of the child in an activity and the likelihood that they will want…

At Super Kids, we believe that values based practices are a key element to effective and ethical teaching.

At Super Kids we have adopted a model of Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) service provision that many refer to as ‘Today’s ABA’. Similar models have also been referred to as ‘Compassionate ABA’, ‘Trauma-Informed ABA’ or ‘Values-Based ABA’.