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Shakira Millar Advocates for Integrative Care in New Blog on Combining Therapies
Image: https://www.globalnewslines.com/uploads/2025/01/1737662135.jpgShakira Millar, Pembroke Pines, Florida.
Uniting ABA, Speech, and Occupational Therapies to Support Children Holistically
Shakira Millar, a dedicated behavior therapist and co-founder of Behavior Change LLC, has published a new blog on her personal website,advocating for the transformative potential of integrative care. Her article explores how combining Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Speech Therapy, and Occupational Therapy (OT) can address the multifaceted needs of children with developmental challenges.
Drawing from her extensive experience, Shakira highlights how integrative care supports the "whole child," fostering progress in communication, behavior, and sensory regulation. "Collaboration between therapies creates opportunities for children to achieve milestones that might be out of reach with one approach alone," she shares in the blog.
The Need for Integrative Care
According to the CDC, approximately 1 in 36 children in the U.S. is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Many of these children face overlapping challenges-speech delays, sensory sensitivities, and behavioral concerns-that require diverse therapeutic interventions. Shakira explains, "By working together, therapists can create a unified plan tailored to each child's unique needs, ensuring no area is overlooked."
The blog outlines practical examples of collaboration, including:
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Communication Skills: Speech therapists addressing language development, supported by ABA strategies to help children apply these skills in real-world settings.
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Sensory Needs: OT techniques for sensory regulation, integrated with ABA plans to reinforce calming strategies during moments of sensory overload.
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Behavioral Goals: ABA-driven behavior modification, paired with Speech Therapy to address underlying frustrations linked to communication challenges.
Collaboration in Action
Shakira shares a compelling case study in her blog, describing how a young client with speech delays, sensory sensitivities, and frequent meltdowns experienced life-changing progress through integrative care. This collaborative effort allowed the child to communicate basic needs, reduce sensory-related meltdowns, and engage more confidently with peers-all within months.
Benefits for Families and Therapists
Integrative care also supports families by streamlining communication between therapists and reducing the stress of navigating multiple therapy plans. "When therapists collaborate, families gain a cohesive strategy and feel empowered to support their child at home," Shakira notes.
She emphasizes the importance of overcoming challenges in collaboration, such as differences in methodology and terminology, by fostering open communication and mutual respect among professionals.
A Vision for the Future
Shakira concludes with a call to action: "The future of therapy lies in teamwork. By combining our expertise, we can create a brighter future for children and their families." Her blog serves as both an informative resource and an inspiring reminder of the power of collaboration.
To read the full blog post and learn more about Shakira Millar's insights on integrative care, visit www.shakiramillar.com [https://www.shakiramillar.com].
About Shakira Millar
Shakira Millar is a compassionate behavior therapist with over a decade of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis. As co-founder of Behavior Change LLC, she is committed to empowering children and families through personalized and collaborative therapeutic care.
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