Shine Behavior Services

03/04/2026

Friendly reminder that behavior principles are around us every single day!

When unpleasant or stressful stimuli are removed, the likelihood of that behavior occurring increases.

Hitting the snooze button -> stops the annoying alarm
Putting on your seatbelt -> removes the beeping sound
Doing the dishes -> removes the stressful sight of a dirty sink

In the behavior analytic world, remember…

➕POSITIVE = addition of a stimulus
➖NEGATIVE = removal of a stimulus
📈 REINFORCEMENT = increased likelihood the behavior will happen again and again
📉 PUNISHMENT = decreased likelihood the behavior will happen again

What are some ways you experience negative reinforcement?

03/04/2026

The choice should never be between long waitlists and insanely high dollar out of pocket cost.

If you’re in the Katy/Houston/surrounding areas and are in need of an autism evaluation…

Shine is here to help!

⏰ NO waitlist - how does next week sound?
💰 Low out of pocket cost (with payment plans available!)
🗓️ Quick turnaround - report provided in just 3 business days

You don’t have to keep wondering or waiting.

DM “ASSESSMENT” for info.

03/02/2026

02/21/2026

Working on a Saturday so I can be Science Lab Mom on Monday 🧪👩‍🔬

02/04/2026

As we celebrate the month of ❤️ LOVE ❤️, we wanted to
remind you that love looks like kindness, laughter and celebrating our unique differences!

💕Click the link in our bio to purchase our one of a kind autism acceptance themed Valentine’s Day Cards! 💕

02/02/2026

Visual supports = more independence + fewer power struggles 🎉
This colorful, step-by-step getting-dressed visual helped my client know exactly what to do—and what she was working for! 📸
Clear expectations, more confidence, and real-life skills that stick. 💛

01/12/2026

📣Hey BCBAs! 📣

Whether you work in a clinic setting, individually with families, educational trainings or in caregiver support only - if you are cutting and pasting entire programming or support goals - you’re missing the mark.

Individualizing care plans means taking each client’s current skill set, instructional history, current social constructs and unique goals into consideration. Just because one plan worked with one child, it doesn’t mean it will automatically work with the next.

Flexibility and adaptability are key! Also, not being too proud to say “Well that didn’t work. Let’s try something new.”

📣 Hey Caregivers 📣
“How can I make sure my child receives individualized care?”

Look for providers who…
🤍 ask questions about your child as an individual - their likes, dislikes and what makes them who they are
🤍 take your families unique dynamics into consideration
🤍 highlight your child’s strengths and not just areas for growth
🤍 explain the WHY behind the plan and not just the HOW

Remember - leave the cookie cutters for the sugar cookies…

03/03/2025

https://www.shinebehaviorservices.com/post/q-a-with-a-bcba-understanding-the-key-developmental-areas-in-determining-an-autism-diagnosis

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects millions of individuals and their families worldwide. In fact, recent studies estimate that 1 in 36 children in the United States are diagnosed with autism. For families, navigating the diagnosis process can be both enlightening and overwhelming. By understandi...

01/28/2025

Did you know there are programs that will help pay for ABA Services?? Check out Foundation for Autism Care, Education and Services!

01/02/2025

🎊 Happy New Year! 🎊

🤍 Shine Behavior Services