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ABA

ABA FOR AUTISM

Applied Behavior Analysis

THE GOLD STANDARD

Gold Standard in

Autism Treatment

1 on 1 Treatment

With an Autism Specialist

2 to 30 Hours/Week

Depending on Need

Covered by most insurance providers

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Autism Speaks: Help Create a Kinder, More Inclusive World

In 2021, the CDC reported that approximately 1 in 44 children in the U.S. is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), according to 2018 data. We are dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of people with autism and their families
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Behavior Analysis | An Overview

A brief overview of the behavior analysis discipline, which includes the underlying philosophy of behaviorism, the experimental analysis of behavior, and applied behavior analysis.
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An Introduction to Behavior Analysis in Autism and Intellectual Disabilities

Jane S. Howard, PhD, BCBA-D, discusses the role of applied behavior analysis in the treatment of autism and other developmental disabilities.
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ABCs of Behavior- Support For Your Child's Success

The TMS therapy success rate has shown to be significant since introduction in 2008.
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Autism FAQS

Approximately 1 in 44 children in the U.S. is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder
Most children were still being diagnosed after age 4, though autism can be reliably diagnosed as early as age 2
Early intervention affords the best opportunity to support healthy development and deliver benefits across the lifespan.
Anxiety disorders affect an estimated 11 to 40 percent of children and teens on the autism spectrum
Depression affects an estimated 7% of children and 26% of adults with autism
Mothers of children with ASD, who tend to serve as the child’s case manager and advocate, are less likely to work outside the home. On average, they work fewer hours per week and earn 56 percent less than mothers of children with no health limitations and 35 percent less than mothers of children with other disabilities or disorders

What is Applied Behavior Analysis?

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a therapy based on the science of learning and behavior.

ABA helps us to understand

How behavior works
How behavior is affected by the environment
How learning takes place

ABA therapy programs can help

Increase language and communication skills
Improve attention, focus, social skills, memory, and academics
Decrease problem behaviors

Who provides ABA services?

A board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA)

To become a BCBA, one needs to

Earn a master’s degree or PhD
Pass a national certification exam

We request that you fill out both the forms below if you are interested in our ABA (Autism) Services

New Patient Online Form (fill first)

ABA Specific Form (fill next)

At Rivertown ABA our licensed and qualified BCBA's will provide a detailed assessment and will work with you to design an individualized plan to help your loved one. This plan is then followed and changed if required through the direct therapy phase where your loved on receives 1:1 individual time with a qualified provider till the goals of treatment are achieved.