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Applied Behavior Analysis is a functional, comprehensive, and research based form of therapy that examines the environmental variables that influence behavior.  ABA focuses on teaching appropriate behavior, fundamental social skills, functional communication, and independent living skills.  ABA is the most effective researched based method of behavior modification to help children who have been diagnosed  with  Autism Spectrum Disorder, various forms of communication disorders, and many other developmental disabilities. 

ABA therapy has many benefits and can help decrease inappropriate behaviors  while increasing appropriate behavioral skills, independent living skills, verbal communication, functional communication, and play skills. 

A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is allowed to administer ABA services. These individuals hold a Masters degree (or higher), pass a national certification exam with the Behavior Analysts Certification Board, and gain a state license to practice. 

Similarly, a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA), Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT), and specially  trained Behavior Technicians work under the BCBA to provide the direct ABA treatment  services and administer the treatment packages created by the BCBA.

As described by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, a Registered Behavior Technician (or RBT)  is a paraprofessional certification in behavior analysis. RBTs assist in delivering behavior analysis services and practice under the direction and close supervision". At Anchor ABA all RBTs are supervised by our BCBAs. 

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Anchor ABA accepts most insurances for ABA services. For speciality services, trainings, coaching, and varies other programs offered, Anchor ABA accepts private pay .

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ABA providers are not diagnostic pediatricians. If you suspect that your child may be suffering from a developmental delay, disability, and/or be on the spectrum for Autism you should contact your child's pediatrician. Tests and assessments may be needed by various trained professionals such as a Speech and Language Pathologist, a Psychologist, a Psychiatrist, and a Diagnostic Pediatrician. Be sure that those diagnosing your child's Autism are trained professional and have the credentials necessary to diagnosis. 

Autism  has been estimated to affect 1 in 54 individuals in the US,  and statistics show it is more  prevalent  in males  than females. Early signs of ASD can be noticed in children as young as 6 months of age. If you notice any of the following signs or symptoms in your child or loved ones, you may need to contact one of the above medical professionals:

• Lack of eye contact
• Not responding  to greetings
• Difficulty initiating and maintaining conversations 
• Difficulty using gestures and /or facial expressions 
• Appearing to be unaware of others
• Repeating sounds, words, or phrases out of context
• Becoming distressed by minor changes , especially those that occur in routines
• Performing repetitive movements, such as hand–flapping, rocking, or clapping
• Playing with toys or objects  in unusual ways. Example:  lining toys  up, wiggling toys close to their eyes, etc
• Showing an over-sensitivity to sounds, lights, or textures
• Appearing to not respond to pain
• Experiencing delays in skill development
• Losing previously acquired skills
• Displaying challenging behaviors, such as aggression, tantrums, and self-injury

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The field of Applied Behavior Analysis and  ABA therapy has a lot of abbreviations and acronyms for terms we use regularly! Follow the link below to see a list of some of the most common acronyms and their meanings