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What is Applied Behavior Analysis?
Individualized
The simplest way to define Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is the following:
A type of therapy that attempts to increase positive behaviors and decrease negative behaviors.
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Clinical Definition of ABA:
A science-based therapy used to improve socially significant behaviors, especially for individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities, by teaching skills (e.g functional communication, self-help, appropriate play) and reducing harmful behaviors (e.g. self-harm, aggressions, etc.) through REINFORCEMENT and data-driven strategies. It's a research-backed, flexible approach that helps people learn, increases functional skills, and increases independence by understanding how behavior works and applying principles to create POSITIVE change across various settings.
Independence
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Guided Growth
Science-Based
Daily Living Skills
Social Skills
Data-Driven
Research-Backed
Functional
Communication
Play Skills
How Do I Begin ABA Services?
Step 1: Consultation
Consultation
During the initial consultation, a BCBA will meet with you in person or set up a telehealth session to assess your child's needs and create a personalized ABA therapy plan tailored to your individual requirements.
Click here for the Contact Form to schedule the initial consultation.
Step 2: Intake Process
Intake Process
We help you gather paperwork, insurance information, and any supporting documents. Sunrise Autism keeps this process simple and family-friendly, ensuring you feel supported from start to finish. This is a big step to undertake so feeling comfortable and having your questions answered is very important.
Step 3: Assessment Process
Assessment
During the initial assessment, a BCBA will complete an extensive assessment of the clients strenghts and weaknesses to determine if the client would benefit from Applied Behavior Analysis and if so, how many hours they should receive of 1:1 direct therapy on a weekly basis.
Step 4: Begin ABA Services
Begin ABA Services
After insurance approves ABA hours for your child, your BCBA will create an individualized treatment plan, and match your child with a qualified therapist. Together, we begin building meaningful skills through compassionate, consistent ABA support.