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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN ARE EXPECTING ABA SERVICES?
WHAT IS ABA?
ABA is using environmental antecedents and consequences (before and after the behavior to change behavior)!
WHAT IS A BEHAVIOR PLAN OR TREATMENT PLAN?
Behavior plans and treatment plans are goals spanning 6 months, so it’s hard to work on new goals weekly based on new challenges. Goals are written vaguely at times to cover these situations.
WHY ARE BEHAVIOR PLANS OR TREATMENT PLANS WRITTEN THIS WAY?
Behavior plans and treatment plans are individualized yet have to reflect either aspect of certain assessments or support the area of concern of Autism in the DSM-5 (The book that professionals use to outline Autism)
WHAT IS A BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN?
Behavior techs are wonderful extensions of the BCBA and a way to help skills grow over time. They are professional but not licensed or certified and it is important to collaborate with the BCBA on concerns.
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT FROM A BEHAVIOR TECHICAN?
Behavioral techs are there to collect data and to implement strategies yet may not have the skill set to fix all problems. It is important to support your BT by reaching out to BCBA if things aren’t well as this is the point of weekly supervision.
WHAT IS A TREATMENT PACKAGE AND HOW QUICK SHOULD I SEE RESULTS?
Treatment packages are a part of ABA (What we are doing to change behavior) but sometimes plans take time to show if they are working. Each cycle of planning should be given 2 weeks before changing.
CAN ABA CURE MY CHILD'S VERSION OF AUTISM?
No it cannot. ABA is a great way to work on skills but does not cure Autism. It is important to think of Autism like diabetes in the sense that you do not cure it but learn strategies to manage the condition.
I'M NERVOUS ABOUT PEOPLE IN MY HOME!
Having people in your home can be tough. Setting spaces for therapy and giving staff appropriate space can lead to better outcomes!
I THINK MY CHILD WORKS BEST WITH A CERTAIN GENDER OR RACE? CAN I ASK FOR A SPECIFIC PERSON?
We all have preferences! Sometimes your child working with gender or race they are not familiar with can help in the long run!
WHAT DO I DO IF I AM FRUSTRATED OR CONFUSED ABOUT MY ABA PROGRAM?
Communication is key! If there is something you are confused or concerned about it is important to ask questions about treatment before things go south
HOW DO I KNOW THE CENTER FOR PEDIATRIC AND FAMILY GROWTH IS THE RIGHT COMPANY FOR ME?
We are a small private practice that believes in communication and collaboration. If you want a small family feels they we are the company for you!