Our ABA services help guide the caregiver to build new behaviors that originate from a thoughtful blend of strong connections and improved communication skills. Through this process, caregivers and their children have a deeper connection and a stronger understanding relating to one another. Our ABA program is technology-based direct care with supervision of patients and Behavior Therapists. In addition, we provide a Caregiver Coaching Program analysis-based assessments for each child. We also assist with guidance for the critical “next steps” after one receives a diagnosis of autism, as we provide a one-on-one consultation to parents and families in need of ABA services.
Assessment
During comprehensive assessment, the goal is to build a program that will allow your child to become independent and freely express themselves. The Comprehensive Assessment creates goals that will have a meaningful impact across a number of areas of need that lead to lasting progress. There are a series of steps we take, ensuring we have a clear picture of the needs of a child and their family.
Once assessment is concluded, and Direct Care is agreed upon, session frequency and schedule will be determined according to caregiver availability. Depending on your individual child’s needs, services could range anywhere from 10-40 hours per week.
Caregiver Insights
We meet with caregivers and gain insights into daily life, looking to understand where your child is excelling to promote growth.
Direct Observation
We conduct a series of direct observations, allowing us a chance to see your child and environment in a variety of natural ways.
Target Goals & Objectives
Through analysis of observation data, we set a series of goals and objectives that will guide our team and caregivers to lasting change.
Direct Care
We work with caregivers and children at home and in the community to target impactful goals. Behavior Therapists take part in mandatory training and earn a Registered Behavior Technician™ (RBT®) certification. Each member of our team builds competency and understanding of our proprietary program through direct therapy.
Our Direct Care is provided by a team of dedicated and dependable Behavior Therapists. We work directly with you and your child to target goals established during the Assessment, and strengthen individualized skills for your child through a series of exercises and activities.
Movement Activities
We incorporate a variety of movement and sensory activities that help your child become and stay regulated. Building self-regulation allows us to improve your child's ability to transition smoothly and pay attention for longer periods of time.
Communication Tools
Our comprehensive communication tools focus on improving awareness, learning, listening skills, and expressive language. To help achieve goals more effectively, we look to broaden your child’s skills immediately then include all members of the family.
Self-Regulation &
Independent Play
The ability for you child to self-regulate also enables independence.
We look to build a strong connection in all areas of your child and your family’s life.
Virtual Care
For families who need virtual ABA therapy, Communication Lab offers a tele-health option including; Direct Care, Supervision, and Caregiver Coaching through HIPAA compliant video technology to ensure all standards are met to protect your privacy.
Supervison
Communication Lab supervisors are required to use data to inform their decisions to ensure progress is being made in all goal areas we target. Supervisors make regular visits with caregivers and our behavior therapy team to provide the observation needed to build more successful outcomes.
Target Area Performance
Through supervision, we are able to analyze behavior, provide in person feedback, personalize techniques and strategies, and provide guidance on fading out support to ensure independence is built.
Data-driven Goals
Our supervisors are required to use data to inform program development decisions. When data indicates that targets are mastered or modifications are needed, we keep therapists and caregivers informed.
Caregiver Coaching
Our program includes caregivers in all aspects of treatment. Continuous participation during sessions and Caregiver Coaching on a regular basis will strengthen the connection and bond relationships, accelerating the path to independent living. Caregiver involvement is viewed as the key to success at Communication Lab. We also offer group Caregiver Coaching sessions to help build a connection with others and a sense of community. During this time we are able to share experiences and learn from each other.
Progress Reporting
Caregiver Coaching provides our supervisors the opportunity to meet with caregivers to share progress and problem solve any concerns.
Generalization
Caregiver Coaching sessions take place at a minimum of two times per month. We provide tools to ensure all skills being learned during Direct Care sessions are standardized across different people and a variety of environments.