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This month, we're proud to shine our Community Spotlight on Kelly Bermingham, a dedicated Board-Certified Behavior Analyst who has been a driving force in the autism and neurodevelopmental community for over 30 years. Kelly’s passion for supporting both children and adults with autism goes far beyond clinical work. Throughout her career, she has devoted herself to educating and empowering others—whether through hands-on training, writing, or curriculum development. Her journey has impacted...

This month, we’re honored to highlight Rusty, an autistic adult, proud father of two autistic sons, and a passionate voice in the autism community. Rusty’s journey as an author began with a heartfelt request from his son: “Make a movie with me in it.” While a movie didn’t happen, something equally powerful did—Rusty wrote and illustrated a children’s book. That one book opened the floodgates to a creative career that has since produced over a dozen titles for children and young adults. Among...

At ABA Toolbox, we’re proud to highlight inspiring professionals making a difference in the lives of children and families. This month, we’re excited to introduce you to Rebecca K. Fiscal, OTR/L, our August Community Spotlight. Rebecca’s journey into occupational therapy is a testament to the power of transformation and purpose. After spending 15 years as an elementary school teacher, a pivotal moment with a pediatric occupational therapist shifted her perspective on student behavior and...