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Family-Centered In-Home Therapy For Children With Autism

✶ Family-Centered In-Home Therapy For Children With Autism

Our Services

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What is ABA?

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based treatment that builds communication, play/leisure, social and life skills, while reducing competing behaviors, like tantrums, refusal, aggression, or self-injury that stand in the way of progress. All behavior happens for a reason. ABA looks at each child as an individual, searches for the what and why of their behavior, and then replaces the behaviors that are holding them back with skills that will move them forward. While ABA is not only for people with autism, its principles and methods have been proven to be especially effective in the areas where most people with autism need support.

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Early

Ages 2-6

Early intervention first focuses on establishing a form of functional communication, since that is the foundation of all other independent skills. Communicating needs and wants is essential for everyone. Additionally, play skills are built and shaped during this period to encourage engagement with the surrounding world, plant learning opportunities, and facilitate social interactions. School-readiness skills are woven into all treatment plans to prepare children for the demands and routines of a classroom. Any competing behaviors, such as tantrums or aggression, are reduced and replaced with missing skills.

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Pre-Adolescent

Ages 7-12

Pre-adolescent intervention builds on already established skills and takes them to the next level. Communication skills move past the basic needs and wants and enter into more advanced areas of group and social interaction. Any missing learning skills are identified and taught. Life skills, including self-care, community involvement, and family partnerships are introduced, adapted or expanded based on individual needs. Social skills, both with adults and peers, are practiced. Collaboration with schools, other therapy providers, and any others involved with the child help keep everyone on the same page.

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Adolescent

Ages 13+

Adolescent intervention further focuses on identifying and filling in any gaps in communication and social skills. Each person is supported to reach the highest level of independence possible for them in the areas of self-care, social interactions, and work skills.

A Road To Progress

For growing children to gain independence, they must develop strengths in two areas: communication and social skills.

Communication to let others know their needs, wants, thoughts, and feelings.

Social skills to share the world around them with their family, friends, and the community.

For many children with autism, deficits in these areas hold them back from where they need or want to be. ABA is not about reaching a destination. It’s about supporting and guiding children and families through small gains each day that lead to progress on the paths that matter most.

What Makes Us Different?

Flexible

We address the behaviors where and when they occur, not just during your regularly scheduled session. If your preschooler has behavior issues at the grocery store, we go to the store with you. If your school-ager has struggles at bedtime, we have a parent training session during your nighttime routine. You don’t live in a box, and at Progress Road ABA, your child’s therapy doesn’t either. We go with you when and where you need us.

Family-Centered

At Progress Road ABA, parents and caregivers are not on the sidelines, but they are essential, active participants in the treatment of their children. We are not here just to treat your child for a time. We are here to support you in building skills your entire family can use for a lifetime. Weekly caregiver training sessions, which can include siblings, grandparents, and more, are an essential part of treatment at Progress Road ABA.

Hands on

Progress Road ABA gives you access to our extensive library of learning materials. Each month, you will receive a supply of games, toys, and activities tailored to fit your child’s individual learning goals. These can be used by your family outside of sessions to reinforce and build upon the lessons being learned. This targeted practice can help your child master skills more quickly.

Services Provided by Progress Road ABA

  • One-to-one therapy sessions in your home

  • Caregiver training sessions in-person or via telehealth, which are available daytime, evenings, or weekends

  • Community sessions, practicing skills at a park, library, store, etc.

  • Social skill building opportunities in peer groups

  • Services provided by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

FAQ

  • Sessions take place in your home. Community outings occur frequently to address behaviors and practice skills in different environments. Caregiver training sessions are available either in person or via telehealth.

  • Your Behavior Analyst decides the best fit of treatment hours for your child, based on needs and insurance approval. Every family will have a unique schedule of services. Weekly caregiver training is required.

  • ABA therapy is covered by insurance for children who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Pre-authorization is required and will be obtained by Progress Road ABA as part of the initial assessment. You are responsible for any co-pays.

  • Progress Road ABA might not be the correct fit for your family if:

    • You cannot have sessions in your home

    • You are not available for weekly caregiver training sessions or to practice skills outside of sessions

    ABA is available in other forms. If Progress Road ABA is not right for you, please look into companies that offer therapy in ABA centers, schools, daycares, or in-home with different requirements. There are options!

About Us

Amy Ries, MA, BCBA, COBA

As a parent of an adult child with autism and a grandparent of two young children with autism, I know the feeling of wanting to showcase the uniqueness and beauty of your child and their abilities, while also helping them build the skills they need to function and thrive in a neurodiverse world. I founded Progress Road ABA to support children by supporting their families. Come and see what Progress Road ABA has to offer. We’re a different kind of ABA for families who need a difference in their lives.

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Fill out the form below or call/text us at (440) 982-0481.