Applied Behavior Analysis, commonly known as ABA therapy, is an evidence-based approach which helps individuals develop essential skills and reduce challenging behaviors.
In practice, it's like a personalized learning program, designed to support your child's unique needs and help set them up with the skills they need for life.
An Overview of
The ABA process:
Assessment Goal Setting
Your child receives an individualized care plan based on the goals and needs identified in their in-depth assessment.
Learning & Developing
Regular 1:1 therapy sessions facilitate your child’s mastering of skills and adaptive behaviors through learning opportunities embedded in activities and play.
Progress & Monitoring
Your child learns to integrate their newly acquired skills in a variety of situations and settings while their progress is carefully tracked.
Who’s who
in ABA therapy?
BCBA
Board Certified
Behavior Analysts
Armed with a degree in behavior analysis and extensive clinical experience, a BCBA is responsible for conducting assessments, designing individualized treatment plans and overseeing the implementation of ABA therapy.
Your child’s BCBA will work with you, keeping you updated on your child's progress and making adjustments to the intervention as needed.
RBT
Registered
Behavior
Technicians
Supervised by a BCBA, an RBT implements the treatment plan, working directly with the client in a 1:1 setting.
Your child’s RBT will help them reduce challenging behaviors and acquire new skills during interactive sessions customized to your child’s needs and preferences.
At Akoya, our BCBAs and RBTs are carefully selected for their commitment to quality care and a passion for helping children with autism enjoy a positive and successful ABA experience.
ABA is recognized by the American Psychological Association, the American Medical Association and the National Institutes of Health as an effective evidence-based approach to autism.
Frequently asked questions
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