What is ABA?
Applied Behavior Analysis is a scientific method of understanding behavior and how it is triggered by the environment. Behavior analysts use evidence-based methods to understand the child’s world and create an individualized treatment plan that enables mastery of critical skills. ABA therapy can significantly enhance language and communication skills, helping individuals express themselves effectively.
Why Early Intervention?
Early interventions occur at or before preschool age, as early as 2 or 3 years of age. In this period, a young child's brain is still forming,7 meaning it is more "plastic" or changeable than at older ages. Because of this plasticity, treatments have a better chance of being effective in the longer term.6 Early interventions not only give children the best start possible, but also the best chance of developing to their full potential. The sooner a child gets help, the greater the chance for learning and progress. In fact, recent guidelines suggest starting an integrated developmental and behavioral intervention as soon as ASD is diagnosed or seriously suspected.
What is a BCBA?
A BCBA is a highly trained and specialized professional in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Board Certified Behavior Analysts hold Master's degrees and or Doctorate degrees and pass an exam required by the Behavior Analysis Certification Board. They conduct assessments, design customized client care plans, and supervise RBTs.
What is an RBT?
An RBT is a paraprofessional who works in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA). Registered Behavior Therapists, also known as RBTs, are paraprofessionals who work with your child in one-on-one sessions. RBT's may not work without the supervision of a BCBA. An RBT's work is guided by the treatment plan and closely supervised by an experienced BCBA.
Services That We Provide
Behavior Boost: Ages 2-15
In Clinic Sessions
- Morning Sessions 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- Afternoon Sessions - 12:00 - 3:00 pm
- Evening Sessions - 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Behavior Boost Level 1
This level focuses on intensive interventions addressing problematic or dangerous behaviors and to improve skill deficits for individuals that have been diagnosed with autism. Early intervention also has greater chance of building pivotal developmental skills. We use a comprehensive approach, in which, early intensive, intervention includes a focus on communication, language, play, self-help/adaptive, learning readiness, and social skills, as well as a reduction of challenging behaviors. We individualize and program your child’s curriculum based on research and tailored to each child’s specific need. We include adults, parents and caregivers in setting goals, encouraging their child’s skill growth and in generalization outside of therapy sessions. Sessions typically occur between 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Behavior Boost Level 2
This level focuses on children who are attending school part time and typically only need a half-day of therapy. Therapy can focus on behavioral and school readiness and the transition from therapy and part day school to full day. Session typically occur between 9:00 am and 12:00pm OR 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm
Behavior Boost Level 3
After School/Evening between the hours of 300pm-600pm. Behavior Boost Level 3 focuses on Social and Play skills for school age children who are still struggling in these areas.
Individual Plan of Care
Each child presents a unique set of skills, interests, and needs. We develop an individualized treatment plan to guide your child to reach their full potential.
Prior to the start of the program, we will do an assessment and gather information about the specific strengths and challenges as well as setting goals with parents and caregivers to develop a specialized plan of care.