Early Intensive Behavior Intervention
Building Blocks Early Learning Center provides a welcoming learning environment where each child can grow and build their skills across a multitude of developmental areas for ages 2-6
BUILDING BLOCKS EARLY LEARNER PROGRAM OFFERS:
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HOME-BASED ABA THERAPY
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EARLY INTENSIVE BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION CENTER-BASED ABA THERAPY
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PARENT TRAINING AND SUPPORT
WHICH PROGRAM IS RIGHT FOR MY CHILD?
Our Home-based ABA program offers individualized behavior intervention plans for the home environment as well as parent/caregiver training on the implementation of the behavior intervention plan. Home-services may include skills-based treatment plans for communication and adaptive skills. Typically our home-based services are 1-3 hour sessions 1-3 times per week.
Our Early Intensive Behavior Intervention program is a center-based program offering 25-35 hours per week of intensive and comprehensive ABA-based skill development across all domains. All of our center-based participants also receive home-based behavior intervention and skills plans and parent/caregiver training and support. The number of home-based ABA hours are dependent on the child and family's needs and availability. All center-based participant's families must commit to the child's ABA program and follow through with teaching and interventions as outlined in the treatment plan.
Parents and caregivers are always involved in the treatment planning process.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA Therapy)
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis is a scientific, behavioral management approach. By utilizing basic principles of behavior, special techniques and positive reinforcement it can bring about significant, measurable change. It’s a way to shape and mold actions for effective communication and learning. ABA methods help children replace harmful and interfering behaviors so they learn “what to do” not just “what not to do.” Some of the activities that promote learning are social interactions between peers and adults, functional communication to build or increase language, adaptive living; such as transitioning, daily living skills, feeding and toileting.
How often does my child need ABA therapy?
Evidence shows consistent and intensive therapy over five days per week, 25-40 hours per week yields the best clinical outcomes.
What happens during an ABA therapy session?
The inside of a therapy room is where learning meets FUN! Each child is unique in their needs and what motivates them to learn. We hone in on what your child loves and teach them to manipulate the environment around them to learn and acquire new and meaningful skills. Learning through positive reinforcement is how Building Blocks teaches your child to acquire new skills and retain learned skills!
How long does it take before my child can start ABA therapy?
Once your child receives an autism diagnosis, you can work towards getting him/her ABA therapy. You will first need a referral and a prescription for ABA services from your child's physician, developmental pediatrician (or similar) and complete the initial intake packet found here. ABA evaluations are typically scheduled 1-2 weeks out. These evaluations are approximately 2 hours in length and cover a variety of different assessments. After all paperwork is submitted from there, it can take up to 45 days for insurance to review and approve hours, plus make sure the proper resources are in place.
I see mixed reviews about ABA. How effective is it?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is the only treatment that is scientifically proven effective for autism spectrum disorder. ABA therapy has a high success rate with 87% of children experiencing benefit and 47% gaining functionality. It is also endorsed by the U.S. Surgeon General, the National Institutes of Health, the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Psychological Association.
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