Our Approach: Evidence-Based ABA Therapy
ABC Center has expertise in ABA therapy, the most clinically proven method for autism intervention with over 50 years of clinical proof. Our approach is grounded in data, focused on holistic multi-domain development and designed for real-world success.
What Makes Our Approach Unique
Our global success is driven by our data-based approach, our emphasis on language and holistic child development, and our unique 5-level generalization (R.E.A.L.) program.
Individualized Programs
Every child is unique. We create customized treatment plans based on comprehensive assessments tailored to each child's specific needs and learning style.
Data-Driven Decisions
We meticulously collect and analyze data daily, weekly, and quarterly to track progress and optimize each child's program for maximum effectiveness.
Real-World Generalization
Our unique 5-level R.E.A.L. program ensures skills learned in therapy transfer quickly to everyday life at home, school, and in the community.
Our Comprehensive Methodology
Individualized ABA Intervention Program
Each child's ABA intervention program is uniquely created for his or her needs based on a comprehensive functional assessment that identifies core deficits and excesses.
- Individually tailored to fit unique learning styles
- Continuously adapted as the child progresses to higher skill levels
- Based on comprehensive functional assessments
Customized Treatment Plans
No two programs are alike - each is designed specifically for your child's unique needs
Language Development Priority
Acquiring language is one of our primary goals. Each child learns to request wants and needs, to comment about the world, to answer questions, to imitate the language of others, and eventually to read, write and respond in their own words.
Multiple Communication Methods: We use several evidence-based methods including PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) for those with significant deficits in vocalizing. We concurrently teach vocalization to give the foundational skills for language development.
5-Level R.E.A.L. Generalization Program
ABC's unique 5-level generalization program enables learned skills to be used quickly in everyday life
Developed by Co-Founder Brenda Terzich-Garland (Recreating Environment to Accelerate Learning, R.E.A.L., 1996), this systematic 5-level program enables skills learned in therapy to be used quickly in everyday life.
This is a systematic approach to generalize skills from a structured environment to the natural environment for integration into daily life.
Why Generalization Matters
Skills learned in therapy are only valuable when children can use them at home, at school, and in their community. Our R.E.A.L. program bridges this critical gap.
Data-Based Decision Making
We believe that data specific to behaviors of each child should be the fundamental basis for their program. Data of how the child reacts is meticulously collected each session and analyzed fully to see the child's rate of improvement and determine how to progress.
Evidence-Based
Every decision is backed by measurable data and scientific evidence
Child to Adult Ratio
Ensuring focused, individualized attention for optimal learning
1:1 Child/Adult Ratio
ABC believes in ensuring a 1 to 1 ratio to give appropriate focus to each child, especially at the start of a program.
Only when the child can benefit from interaction do we enhance the program to enable interaction in pairs or small groups.
Progressive Integration: We carefully assess each child's readiness for peer interaction and gradually introduce group activities when developmentally appropriate.
Parent Training & Family Involvement
Parents play a central role in a child's development. We aim to give the best training to ensure a consistent approach in both our center and at the child's home.
Open Door Policy
Parents can observe sessions upon appointment to see techniques in action and learn how to apply them at home.
7 Week Group Parent Training
Parent/caregiver training is included as part of the package. This is a 7-week group training course to maximize effectivity of the program for your child.
Positive Programming Approach
To address behavior problems that prevent children from learning skills, ABC uses Positive Programming Procedures.
Rather than focusing on eliminating negative behaviors, we emphasize teaching positive replacement behaviors and functional communication skills. This evidence-based approach leads to lasting behavioral change and improved quality of life.
Why Our Approach Delivers Results
Years of Excellence
Years of Clinical Proof
Of Children Show Improvement
Our comprehensive, evidence-based approach has helped hundreds of families achieve meaningful, lasting progress.
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