AutismSpecturmDisorder (ASD)
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Autism is a developmental disorder of neurobiological origin that is defined on the basis of behavioral and developmental features. Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) are present from birth or very early in development and affect essential human behaviors such as social interaction, the ability to communicate ideas and feelings, imagination, and the establishment of relationships with others. It generally has life-long affect on how children learn to be social beings, to take care of themselves, and to participate in the community.
A number of treatments, therapies and interventions have been introduced to ameliorate the negative impact of autism. Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is one of the best studied interventions. ABA is a systematic process of collecting data on a child’s behaviors and using a variety of behavioral conditioning techniques to teach and reinforce desired behaviors while extinguishing harmful or undesired behaviors.
We are passionate about accommodating the design and implementation of academic, social, and behavioral instruction to students with intellectual disabilities, autism, emotional disturbance, speech and language impairments, physical disabilities, and other health impairments. Our goal is to ensure children will thrive and develop in an adaptable social and educational atmosphere.
Our Treatment Approach
Our Board Certified Behavioral Analysts (BCBA) attempt to understand skill, behavior strengths, and deficits to systematically teach skills, generalization and maintenance of newly learned skills. We work with public, private specialized institutions and caregivers to tailor individualized programs that will enable children to progress at home, in school, and social settings.
Our treatment strategy consist of techniques to promote active learning and behavioral modification. We immerse children in life and social skills to assist in the development of appropriate behaviors in the home and in the community. With our online platform not only are we able to be more thoughtful in our planning, but parents and caregivers can be involved to better understand the best ways to replicate strategies that promote desired behaviors. Other benefits of our forward thinking approach include, but not limited to:
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Coordination amongst parents, teachers, paraprofessionals, and various service providers that include speech, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and counseling for students that have multiple disabilities in one inclusive setting.
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Training parents and caregivers on behavioral modifications techniques to ensure the diverse needs of the child are successfully realized.
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Supporting teaching professionals on effective instruction and strategies to successfully work with exceptional students.