Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is a powerful tool that simplifies behaviors into manageable steps by fostering effective learning and positive behavior. Beyond its traditional therapy sessions, ABA is a game-changer right within the walls of your home. In...
Wondering what ABA therapy at home looks like? Think of it as having a tailored toolkit for your child's growth brought straight to your door. This form of autism therapy focuses on your child’s needs by creating a personalized learning environment where they feel...
What Is Elopement? The term “elope” usually means to run away and not return to a place. As applied to the special needs community, “elopement” refers to an individual with cognitive challenges or special needs who wanders, runs away from, or otherwise leaves a place...
The Cost of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy (ABA) therapy is expensive because each child has an individual Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) working with them for up to 40 hours a week. In addition, each child’s therapy...
When you think about Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for your child, you may wonder how long your child will need ABA therapy. There is no standard timeframe for children with autism to receive ABA therapy because it depends upon many factors. These include...
If you’re a parent of a child with autism, you may be surprised to receive a recommendation that your child should receive 40 hours a week of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. You may also feel that 40 hours a week is too much for your child. Let’s consider the...
If you had the choice between a mediocre school or an excellent school, which would you choose for your child? What if you had to drive 30 minutes farther each day for the excellent school? Knowing the impact that the difference in schools might have on your child’s...
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or Preschool Program for Children with Disabilities (PPCD)? The mandatory age to start school in Texas is six years, and children with autism may be eligible to start public school at age three in the Preschool Program for Children with...
Evaluations of children with autism may include one or more different assessments. The results of the evaluation will be required to obtain therapy services paid for by insurance companies, get services from public schools, and qualify for government benefits. The...
