General Information
Please read below for some information on ABA services that may answer any questions you may have. If you still have questions, please feel free to contact us!
What is ABA?
ABA is a scientific approach that helps individuals learn helpful behaviors. ABA focuses on reducing the negative behaviors by understanding why they happen and teaching positive replacement skills that make life easier at home, school, and in the community.
ABA is not a one-size-fits-all program; each plan is tailored to the individual and their treatment goals.
What is a BCBA?
BCBA stands for Board Certified Behavior Analyst. A BCBA is a clinical lead who designs and supervises your child's plan. BCBA's train and supervise therapy to make sure ethical standards are met, but also to ensure effectiveness in treatment.
What is an RBT?
An RBT is a 1:1 trained therapist who implements the plan that is created by the BCBA. RBTs are to follow ethical standards to ensure safety of individual, but also effectiveness of therapy.
Benefits of ABA?
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Improved communication skills, including verbal and nonverbal language
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Enhanced social interactions and play skills
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Reduced problem behaviors, such as aggression and self-injury
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Increased adaptive behaviors, such as toileting, dressing, and eating
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Improved academic performance
Helpful Resources for Families
Behavior Analyst Certification Board: The BACB establishes professional standards and certification requirements for behavior analysts. This resource helps families understand ABA credentials and professional ethics.
Autism Speaks: provides helpful toolkits and guides for families, including resources on diagnosis school supports and navigating autism services.
Florida Diagnostic Learning and Resources Systems: FDLRS provides support services, training, and resources to families, educators, and school districts to help improve educational outcomes for students with disabilities. Services include parent support, professional development, instructional resources and assistance navigating special education services.
Child Find: is a federal requirement under the Individual with Disabilities Act (IDEA) that requires school districts to identify, locate, and evaluate children who may have disabilities and need special education services.
Center for Autism and Related Disabilities: CARD provides free consultation, training, and resources for families and professionals supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder throughout Florida.
Family Network on Disabilities: A Florida organization that helps families navigate special education services disability rights, and community resources.