Thrive Behavioral Therapy

02/24/2026

Happy one year workiversary, Leoni! 🎉💜

Over the past year, you’ve become a steady, uplifting presence for our children and families. You show up with patience and heart, and a super special mention for your reliability with data and notes that makes everything run smoother! Our clients, families, and whole Thrive team are better because you’re a part of it!

We appreciate you so much, Leoni! Here’s to year two and beyond! 🌟

Celebrate with us by leaving a comment below!

02/16/2026

Quality ABA care provides support not only for the family member on the spectrum, but for mom and dad as well! And with good reason! Parent training is where progress becomes real life.

Direct therapy hours with a behavior technician matter. Supervision hours with a behavior analyst are important. But skills stick and progress proceeds when families have clear, doable strategies to use between sessions. The biggest breakthroughs often occur when parents and caregivers are confidently trained. Curious what a parent collaboration is like? Leave and comment or DM us and we’ll let you know! 

02/12/2026

Rather than focusing on “winning” the struggle, choose a plan that reduces friction. These four tools work because they clarify expectations and reinforce the behavior you want to see.

Two choices, for example, communicates that you expect shoes on their feet while giving your child an appropriate way to feel some control. Without choices, a child may get stuck because they don’t want these shoes, but in the moment can’t express which ones they prefer. Or they may start offering their own alternatives: barefoot, socks only, rain boots, sandals, etc., which can turn the routine into a negotiation.

Pick one strategy and try it consistently for 5 days in a row. Mark your calendar each day you do it. If you want, tell us your child’s toughest routine (morning, bath, homework, bedtime) and we’ll suggest a simple First/Then script.

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01/14/2026

Welcome to Thrive Behavioral Therapy, Nicolas Chirino!

We’re excited to officially welcome Nicolas to the Thrive team as an RBT. He’s joins us with prior experience in the field, and we’re grateful to have someone who already understands what it means to show up with patience, professionalism, and heart.

Nicolas, we can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make with our kiddos and families!

Leave a 💜 below to give him a warm Thrive welcome!

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01/06/2026

Today marks an important milestone as we celebrate one year of McKayla Lyn being part of the Thrive family!

Over the past year, McKayla has consistently shown what it means to be present, thoughtful, and committed to the children and families she works with. Her approach, reliability, and care make a real difference every single day, and it doesn’t go unnoticed!

McKayla, we’re grateful for the energy, heart, and professionalism you bring into your work! Thank you for being someone our families trust and our team values! We’re excited to see what lies ahead!

Help us celebrate McKayla in the comments by leaving a 🎉 below!

12/24/2025

The holiday season can bring joy. And a whole lot of change. 🙈

Crowded gatherings, bright lights, unfamiliar routines, and unexpected transitions can be overwhelming for many children with autism. Small adjustments can make a big difference:

Prepare ahead when possible.
Respect sensory limits.
Keep expectations flexible.
Prioritize regulation over perfection.

There’s no right way to experience this season, only what works best for your child and your family. We’re here to support you through every season of growth.

Comment other tips and ideas you have! DM us with questions or support needs.

12/16/2025

✨ A peek inside our brochure and who we are at Thrive Behavioral Therapy ✨

We believe progress happens when we look at the whole child, celebrating strengths, supporting challenges, and working side-by-side with families every step of the way.

With over 15 years of experience, our founder and Clinical Director Nechama Devlin, MS BCBA partners closely with caregivers to set meaningful, achievable goals that truly matter in daily life.

Our small, close-knit team means something important:
🤍 Direct communication
🤍 Personal attention
🤍 Real relationships

We don’t simple “offer services.” Therapy works best when families feel supported, heard, and connected.

📍 Serving families across South Florida
📩 DM us to learn more or request a copy of our brochure

12/09/2025

🎉 Celebrating 1 Year with Denisse! 🎉

Today we’re giving a huge shoutout to Denisse, who has officially hit her one-year “workiversary” with Thrive! 🌟

From day one, Denisse has brought patience, dedication, and genuine heart into every session. The kids adore her, the parents appreciate her, and our team is better because she’s part of it. 💜

Denisse, thank you for showing up every day with purpose, compassion, and passion. Here’s to your first year… and many more to come. 💛✨

Drop a 💜 in the comments to celebrate her!

12/08/2025

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) places a strong emphasis on what’s going well because children grow best when their efforts are acknowledged and reinforced. 🌱

In Part Three of our series, we’re exploring how positive reinforcement helps children build confidence, learn new skills, and stay motivated over time.

Here’s what sets this approach apart:
✨ It highlights small wins so children understand exactly what they did right
✨ It builds internal motivation, not just “working for a reward”
✨ It strengthens coping skills and emotional resilience
✨ It helps new skills transfer from therapy into everyday life

From praising effort to celebrating new attempts, positive reinforcement teaches children that growth is possible and that their hard work truly matters. 💜♥️💛

12/08/2025

Check out this week's schedule for one of the best spots for children on the spectrum in Miami!

Here’s a look at this weeks schedule!

12/03/2025

Have you heard of Autism Society of Florida? A wonderful resource for people with autism and their families. Check out the post below for details about monthly parent support zoom.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Bn8aw3bjd/

💙 Across the Spectrum - Parent Support Group💙
Parenting a child with autism brings unique challenges but you don’t have to face them alone. ASF offers monthly support groups for families to connect, share, and uplift one another.

📅 Meets every First Tuesday of the month
⏰ 7:00–8:30 PM ET
Please register in advance - click the link below
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpc-2vpzwsGdKDmDSgRbUGkCKGLY3VrSVv #/registration

Together, we are stronger. 💪

11/27/2025

Gratitude is one of the strongest reinforcers! 🙏🙌🫶

This Thanksgiving, we’re thankful for our incredible families, dedicated team, and every small step forward our kiddos make each day! Here’s to growth, connection, and celebrating progress together. 🌱🤝🧡

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Thrive Behavioral Therapy! 🦃