ABA refers to Applied Behavior Analysis, a scientifically proven approach to understanding and supporting the development of adaptive skills. It can benefit children by teaching them essential skills, reducing challenging behaviors, and helping them reach their full potential.
ABA therapy is effective for children with various developmental needs, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental disorders. It can also help children with behavioral challenges or delays in communication, social skills, and daily living skills.
Starting ABA therapy involves several steps:
Assessment: Contact a reputable ABA provider for an initial assessment of your child’s needs and goals. Our team will support you by completing an initial intake to assess if our specialized treatment model would benefit your child and your family.
b. Insurance Verification: Check with your insurance provider to understand coverage for ABA services and any necessary authorizations. Our expert team will support with insurance and eligibility to expedite your access to treatment.
c. Develop a Treatment Plan: Collaborate with ABA professionals to create an individualized treatment plan tailored to your child’s unique needs. Our Expert Board Certified Behavior Analysts will assist by completing a functional behavior assessment as part of the initial step in accessing treatment.
e. Begin Services: Once everything is in place, our team will collaborate to establish a schedule for treatment in consideration to your child’s individualized needs.
Consider the following when choosing an ABA provider:
- Experienced and qualified staff
- ABA treatment plans tailored to your child’s needs
- Clear communication and collaboration with parents.
The duration of ABA therapy varies depending on the child’s needs and goals. It can range from several months to several years through a focused model of treatment or a comprehensive model of treatment. Regular assessments will help determine the progress and whether any adjustments to the treatment plan are necessary.
ABA therapy can be delivered in various settings, including a center-based facility, the home, or in community settings. The choice of setting depends on your child’s needs and the treatment plan
The frequency of ABA sessions will be determined based on your child’s treatment plan. Sessions may vary from a few hours a week to full-day programs, depending on each child’s individual needs
Family involvement is crucial in ABA therapy. You will work closely with the ABA team to reinforce learned skills and strategies at home. Regular communication and collaboration are essential for your child’s progress.
ABA sessions are highly structured and focus on teaching and reinforcing specific skills. They may include one-on-one instruction, group activities, and data collection to track progress.
ABA treatment is heavily driven by objective measures. Our team will ensure consistent parent team meetings to go over data collected and provide you access to a patient portal where all your child’s confidential data and progress is stored. Giving you access and placing you in the driver seat!
Remember, every child is unique, and ABA therapy is individualized to meet their specific needs. Open communication with your ABA Care team and active involvement in your child’s treatment can lead to positive outcomes and progress. Below are some wonderful resources to further help guide you.