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Breaking the Cycle: Unveiling Strategies to Overcome Task Avoidance in Preschoolers

As I engage with young children, primarily aged between 2 and 5 years old, in my morning sessions, I often encounter situations where...

danielaschmeichler

Apr 26, 20242 min read

Intrinsic Motivation “Working Hard Feels Good”

Recently, I was asked about the efficacy of using a token system to teach a child with autism. This question led me to research the...

danielaschmeichler

Sep 25, 20232 min read

Unmasking the Confidence-Behavior Connection: Decoding Children's Reactions to Challenge

Imagine a child standing at the edge of a seemingly simple task, their demeanor tense and unsure. What's fueling this hesitation? In this...

danielaschmeichler

Aug 12, 20233 min read

Building Brighter Futures: How Behavioral Therapy Empowers Young Minds

I believe that every child deserves the tools to unlock their full potential and shine brightly in all aspects of life! 🌟 Today, I want...

danielaschmeichler

Jul 26, 20232 min read

Board Game Fun! for Social Skills Building

Board Games are an essential component in children's play and help improve social skills.

danielaschmeichler

Jun 30, 20232 min read

Behavioral Analysis & Counseling

Behavioral analysis and counseling for targeting behaviors that promote mental well-being

danielaschmeichler

Jun 25, 20231 min read

Make Learning Fun

When I meet with children, I work on multiple skills at the same time without them noticing that they are actually learning school...

danielaschmeichler

Feb 13, 20231 min read

Avoidance Behavior with Homework

Children who exhibit avoidance behavior with homework typically have difficulty getting started and exhibit problem behaviors.

danielaschmeichler

Jan 26, 20232 min read

Struggling Getting Your Child To Answer "Yes" To Questions?

The ability to respond “yes” and “no” to questions seems to come naturally to most children by the age of 18 -24 months old, but for...

danielaschmeichler

Jan 14, 20232 min read

Play with Purpose!

I chose the slogan “Play With a Purpose” when I initially adventured myself on the path of helping children and their families as a...

danielaschmeichler

Dec 11, 20221 min read

Early Intervention - The Real Thing

I would say I have one of the most gratifying jobs. A job that allows me to make a real impact in the lives of children and their...

danielaschmeichler

Sep 16, 20221 min read

What Are Some Effects Of Inappropriate at-Home Mealtime Routines On Children’s Behavior At School?

I commonly get to learn many families' routines as I work with children with challenging behaviors at school. What struck me most this...

danielaschmeichler

Mar 9, 20221 min read

Ways To Help Oppositional Defiant Children

Following my previous post about things we should avoid with children who are oppositional, I would like to share in this post helpful...

danielaschmeichler

Sep 23, 20211 min read

How Can Home-School Consistent Therapy Approach Help Children with Problem Behaviors

Children engages in problem behaviors to avoid tabletop activities. A consistent approach between school and home enhances success.

danielaschmeichler

Sep 13, 20211 min read

How to Boost Flexible Behavior and Decrease Stereotyped Behavior

Stereotyped behaviors show resistance to change, whereas flexible thinking is the ability to change direction, and handle big emotions.

danielaschmeichler

Sep 2, 20211 min read

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