Resources to Support Your Family

ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) is a therapy based on the science of how people learn. It breaks meaningful skills, like communication, play, and independence, into small, teachable steps and uses positive reinforcement to help children build and keep those skills. A board-certified behavior analyst designs the plan around your individual child.

Yes. ABA is one of the most extensively researched approaches for supporting children with autism, and it is recognized by major medical and professional organizations. Decades of studies support its use for building communication, social, and independence skills.

Sessions are active and often look like play. A therapist works on your child's goals through games, routines, and natural activities, rewarding progress along the way. Sessions can take place in our center, your home, or your child's school.

A BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) is a master's-level clinician who assesses your child, designs the program, and oversees progress. An RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) is a trained therapist who delivers the day-to-day sessions under the BCBA's supervision.

It depends on your child's needs and goals. After an assessment, your BCBA recommends a number of hours and explains the reasoning. Plans are reviewed regularly and adjusted as your child grows.

Research shows a child's earliest years are a critical window for learning. Acting early on developmental concerns, rather than taking a wait-and-see approach, gives children the best chance to build skills. If you have concerns about your child's development, the CDC's milestone resources (linked below) are a helpful place to start.

An IEP is the plan your public school uses to support your child's education under the federal IDEA law. ABA therapy is a clinical service focused on building specific skills, and it can complement what happens at school. Many families use both.

A lot. Your BCBA coaches you on simple strategies that fit your everyday routines, because the skills your child practices with you every day are what help progress stick.