The pride I felt watching my client have a conversation with one of his peers for the first time. The text from a parent of one of my clients saying thank you for my team's hard work because the client is now able to eat in public establishments. The look of relief on my non-verbal client's face after we finally realized she was not hitting her head because she wanted to, but as a form of communication. This field is filled with so many beautiful moments, and I love the individuals I work with. These quirky, fun, talented, smart, and incredible people have made me realize I want to get more involved in this field. Working with people on the Autism Spectrum has made me realize things in my everyday life that I take for granted. I take for granted that my family and I can bond through verbal communication. I take for granted that I am able to express when I do not feel good. I take for granted the fact that my friends and family can go out to dinner without any self-injurious behaviors or aggression. These things seem so mundane and typical to a lot of people, but for individuals and families of people on the Autism Spectrum, that is not always the case. Watching the individuals I work with gain social, language, and behavioral skills through our work is priceless. I currently work as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and have already gained so much knowledge and experience working with individuals with Autism. I am enhancing my skills by attending the ABA Online program through FIT in the Fall of 2025! I received my admission letter yesterday, and I could not be more excited! My plan for the future is to become a BCBA. After I find community working as a BCBA, I would like to start my own clinic. My long-term plan is so create a sort of "community" for individuals on the Autism Spectrum. I want to offer ABA, SLP, OT, PT, and talk therapy services in my clinic. I also want to set up different programs that target life and job skills individualized for each client. I think having events for the people in this community could also be fun as well. Having some things like organized sports or art exhibits from the clients could be very fun! I have witnessed firsthand the neglect and dismissal a lot of programs for ASD receive. Many people are not willing to fight for a better state of being for these people... but I am. These people are just in a world that is not built for them and their needs. Therefore, I am trying to create a little corner of the world that is built for them. Having somewhere that helps with their individualized needs and offers a sense of community and belonging will be huge for not only my future clients, but for me as well.