WHAT IS ABA?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based practice used to improve performance in many areas of peoples’ lives.
Used to help teach social, communication, play, adaptive, verbal, and self-help skills. Additionally, it is used to establish classroom readiness skills and manage challenging behaviors.
ABA helps individuals overcome significant obstacles using various behavior principles that research has proven to be successful.
What are the steps to getting started?
Phone Call
Insurance Eligibility
Insurance Eligibility
We start the process with a phone conversation to learn more about your child and what services your family needs. We will also provide information you would like to know before getting started.
Insurance Eligibility
Insurance Eligibility
Insurance Eligibility
After our initial phone call we will check your with your insurance to ensure that you are covered for ABA services.
Initial Assessment
Insurance Eligibility
Initial Assessment
During the initial assessment, your child will spend time with their BCBA while they identify skills your child already has and the best direction for therapy.
Setting Goals
Parent Support & Training
Initial Assessment
After the assessment, your child's BCBA will discuss the results and as a team you will identify goals for your child.
One-on-One Therapy
Parent Support & Training
Parent Support & Training
During one-on-one sessions, your child will work with a BT who is continually supervised by the BCBA and provided training on your child's specific programs.
Parent Support & Training
Parent Support & Training
Parent Support & Training
Each week your child's team will meet with you to discuss your child's progress and identify any additional concerns you may have.
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
Fill out the form below, give us a call, or send us an email. We will promptly respond with answers to any questions you may have and are happy to set up a tour to see our clinic!
How many hours a week does my child have to attend ABA therapy?
How many hours a week does my child have to attend ABA therapy?
How many hours a week does my child have to attend ABA therapy?
Research suggests to reach the optimal benefit from ABA therapy, your child should receive extensive one-on-one therapy for 20 to 40 hours each week. Hours will differ for each client based on their individual goals. You and your BCBA will work together on a schedule that works for your family!
What age group do you work with?
How many hours a week does my child have to attend ABA therapy?
How many hours a week does my child have to attend ABA therapy?
We specialize in early interventions serving children 1 to 7 years of age. Research has shown that ABA therapy is most effective if services begin before the age of 5.
Is ABA covered by insurance?
How many hours a week does my child have to attend ABA therapy?
Is ABA covered by insurance?
Michigan passed legislation in 2012 to ensure that each child who receive an ASD diagnosis have access to ABA therapy services. We will work with you and your insurance provider to see what coverage is available.
Meet Anna, our Director of Applied Behavior Analysis Service
Anna Burke, M.A., BCBA, LBA
Anna is a passionate clinician who's enthusiastic about using the science of behavior analysis to help children diagnosed with autism through ABA therapy. She graduated from Oakland University with a master's in Special Education, concentrating on Applied Behavior Analysis. With experience as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA), she has now advanced to a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Anna is dedicated to improving her clients' well-being and teaching them new learning strategies, often collaborating with other professionals involved in occupational therapy and speech therapy to provide comprehensive support. In her free time, Anna enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with family.