Developmental Milestones
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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.
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
After verification we will set up a day for your child's initial assessment. During the initial assessment, your child will spend time with their BCBA and BT 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. We will then create a schedule and location for therapy (i.e., in the home, in the clinic, or a mixture of both).
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. Additionally they will provide trainings to you and your family so that you can implement the same procedures used during therapy.
What we offer
- Individualized programming
- One-on-one therapy
- Social groups
- ABA assessment and treatment
- Weekly team meetings
- On-going data analysis
- High treatment integrity
- In clinic, at home, and telehealth services
- Family training and support
In the clinic, we teach critical skills in a structured environment that prepare children for future educational and social experiences.
It's important to practice skills taught in the clinic at home to ensure these skills generalize and maintain over time.
Telehealth can be a convenient mode of therapy and is available via secured technology-enable service delivery.
READY TO GET STARTED IN ABA SERVICES?
Leave us a message on our contact page, 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!
Where do you provide services?
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?
At INSPIRE we offer services in the location that is most convenient for you and your family. We provide services in the home, at our clinic, via telehealth, and in schools! We also offer services in all locations to ensure your child is able to demonstrate skills in every environment. We will work with your family to decide on the best location(s) for therapy.
What age group do you work with?
What age group do you work with?
What age group do you work with?
We specialize in early interventions serving children 2 to 6 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?
What age group do you work with?
What age group do you work with?
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.
What does BCBA and BT stand for?
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
BCBA stands for Board Certified Behavior Analyst. BCBAs have obtained a master’s degree, completed practicum experience, and passed a rigorous board examination. BCBA’s supervise BTs who work with your child and ensure that treatment is carried out appropriately and effectively. They create and modify individualized programming for your child. They are dedicated to meeting your team's goals!
Behavior Technician (BT)
BT stands for Behavior Technician. BTs are passionate individuals who work with your child one-on-one each session. BTs have completed behavior analytic training and are supervised regularly by BCBAs.
OUR TEAM WORKS TOGETHER to meet your CHILD's GOALS
We provide one-on-one therapy where BTs spend 100% of their time devoted to your child. Our clinical team is comprised of committed and passionate individuals who are here for you. Our BTs receive comprehensive behavioral training and receive weekly supervision from our highly qualified BCBAs. BCBAs have obtained a master’s degree, passed a rigorous board examination, and dedicated time working one-on-one with children while learning how to create programs for therapy. They also spend time each week working with your child and their BTs to ensure high treatment integrity.
Training is an ongoing process and our team members learn specific strategies based on your child’s individualized goals. Our BCBAs offer weekly parent training sessions where you can have one-on-one time to ask questions, receive clarification, and learn how to use procedures similar to what you see in therapy.
Want to learn more about our team?
Check out our team page to learn more about INSPIRE's dedicated team members