Arete Behavioral Solutions LLC

Our 1st Annual Back to School Bash was a SUCCESS!

Stafford, TX Thank You for all the support! We were thrilled to meet all of the amazing families. Being able to give back, make connections, while also providing helpful service to the community. This is what Arete stands for.

Thank you for your support bringing this event to life:

•Stafford Councilman Bostic Jr
•Stafford ISD Trustee Joyce Wilkins
•Stafford Commissioner Kenneth Grant
Butterfly Garden FDN

🎒 FREE Back-to-School Bash — THIS SATURDAY in Stafford!

Free backpacks & school supplies (while supplies last), games & prizes, and a sensory-friendly setup — quiet room, visual schedules, no overwhelm. Every family is welcome!

📅 Sat, Aug 8 • 10 AM–2 PM
📍 Creative Dreams Outreach Center, 1730 Staffordshire Rd, Stafford

Hosted by Arete Behavioral Solutions. Free RSVP (space is limited): backpackdrive.aretesolutions.org

Tag a family who could use free school supplies this year! 💙

Your child was just diagnosed. The doctor said "ABA therapy."
Now you're wondering — what do I even do first? 🗺️

Here's the real, no-runaround breakdown:

1️⃣ Get your diagnosis evaluation report
2️⃣ Call insurance — ask the right 3 questions
3️⃣ Find a clinic that actually walks you through it
4️⃣ Complete your child's assessment (VB-MAPP) with a BCBA
5️⃣ Start — we'll be with you every step after that

Swipe through for the full breakdown. ➡️

We're in-network with Aetna, BCBSTX, United Healthcare, Cigna & Texas Medicaid (TMHP).
⚠️ Coverage varies — always verify your specific plan.

Ready for step one?
👉 https://go.aretesolutions.org/start

Summer is coming — and so are new opportunities for growth! ☀️🏰

At Arete Behavioral Solutions, summer is one of our favorite times to help children build skills. With more flexible schedules and longer days, families can take full advantage of consistent ABA therapy.

Here's how to make the most of summer:
🌞 Increase therapy hours while school is out
🌞 Practice social skills at summer camps and playdates
🌞 Use downtime to reinforce routines at home
🌞 Schedule your child's assessment before the summer rush

Don't wait for fall. Start your child's journey now.

📞 713.898.3611
🌐 aretesolutions.org

WE'RE HIRING: PASSIONATE RBTs WANTED IN HOUSTON 🙌

Do you want a career where you make a real difference every single day?

Arete Behavioral Solutions is growing and we're looking for Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) who are:

✅ Passionate about working with children
✅ Reliable and consistent
✅ Eager to learn and grow professionally
✅ Compassionate and patient

WHAT WE OFFER:
💰 Competitive pay
📚 Ongoing training and BCBA supervision
📈 Career growth opportunities (we support pathways to BCaBA and BCBA)
🤝 A supportive, family-oriented team culture
🏥 A clinic environment where your work truly matters

WHO WE SERVE:
We provide ABA therapy for children ages 2-12 diagnosed with autism. Our approach is play-based, individualized, and rooted in the science of behavior analysis.

WHAT YOUR DAY LOOKS LIKE:
→ 1:1 sessions with amazing kids
→ Implementing behavior intervention plans designed by our BCBA
→ Collecting data on progress (every data point tells a story)
→ Celebrating wins — big and small
→ Collaborating with a team that has your back

If you became an RBT because you wanted to change lives — this is the place to do it.

📩 Send your resume to [email protected]
📞 713.898.3611 | aretesolutions.org

Tag someone who would be an amazing RBT! 👇

Siblings are part of the journey too. 💕

When one child in the family is in ABA therapy, brothers and sisters often have questions, feelings, and their own ways of wanting to help.

At Arete Behavioral Solutions, we encourage families to include siblings in the process:
👫 Teach siblings about autism in age-appropriate ways
👫 Model positive interaction strategies at home
👫 Celebrate progress as a whole family
👫 Create one-on-one time for each child

Strong sibling relationships are some of the most powerful supports a child can have. And with the right guidance, siblings can become each other's biggest cheerleaders.

📞 713.898.3611
🌐 aretesolutions.org

Parents ask us all the time: "How do I know therapy is actually working?" 📊

Great question. At Arete Behavioral Solutions, we don't leave progress to guesswork. Our BCBA shares data with you regularly so you can see exactly how your child is growing.

Here's what transparent progress looks like:
📈 Clear baseline measurements before therapy starts
📈 Ongoing data tracking every session
📈 Monthly parent meetings to review goals
📈 Visual charts so you can see the trend over time

Your child's progress isn't a mystery. It's measurable, visible, and celebrated — together.

📞 713.898.3611
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WHY WE STILL NEED AUTISM AWARENESS IN 2026 🧩

"Isn't everyone already aware of autism?"

Aware that it exists? Maybe.

But true awareness means understanding things like:

→ 1 in 36 children is diagnosed with autism (CDC, 2023)
→ The average age of diagnosis is still 4-5 years old — despite signs being present much earlier
→ Black and Hispanic children are diagnosed later and less often, not because autism is less common, but because of systemic barriers to evaluation
→ Many families wait 12+ months for an evaluation appointment
→ Insurance coverage for ABA therapy varies wildly by state and plan
→ There are still communities where autism is stigmatized and misunderstood

Awareness isn't just about wearing blue or sharing a puzzle piece.

It's about:
✅ Pediatricians screening earlier and more consistently
✅ Schools providing real support, not just compliance
✅ Insurance companies covering the therapy families need
✅ Communities making spaces sensory-friendly
✅ Parents feeling safe to ask for help without judgment
✅ Employers creating inclusive workplaces

This month matters. Not because autism needs a spotlight — but because the families navigating it every day deserve better systems, better support, and less stigma.

At Arete, we're not just raising awareness. We're doing the work — one child, one family at a time.

📞 713.898.3611 | aretesolutions.org

HOW TO PREPARE YOUR CHILD WITH AUTISM FOR A DOCTOR'S VISIT 🏥

Doctor visits can be overwhelming for any kid. For children with autism, the unpredictability, sensory input, and long waits can make it especially challenging.

Here's how to set your child up for success:

BEFORE THE VISIT:
📖 Read a social story about going to the doctor (we can help you make one!)
📸 Show pictures of the office, the waiting room, and the doctor if possible
🗓️ Use a visual schedule: First car, then waiting room, then doctor, then done
💬 Practice — use a toy doctor kit to role-play what will happen

DAY OF:
🎧 Bring noise-canceling headphones
📱 Bring a preferred item or activity for the waiting room
⏰ Request the first appointment of the day (less waiting = less stress)
🗣️ Tell the front desk your child has autism — most offices will accommodate
👟 Let your child wear comfortable clothes (skip the jeans if sensory is an issue)

DURING THE VISIT:
✅ Ask the doctor to explain each step before doing it
✅ Use a visual "first-then" board: first stethoscope, then sticker
✅ Take breaks if needed — it's okay
✅ Praise and reinforce every step your child tolerates

AFTER:
🎉 Celebrate! Even if it didn't go perfectly, your child DID something hard
🍦 Follow up with a preferred activity or treat
📝 Write down what worked so you can repeat it next time

You know your child best. These strategies help make the unfamiliar feel safer.