We provide services that are founded on the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA). ABA has been empirically validated as one of the most effective behavior treatments for those diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. ABA is widely accepted and clinically proven to be one of the most effective methods for managing behaviors, increasing desired behaviors, decreasing unwanted behaviors, acquiring new skills, teaching appropriate communication strategies, and improving the outcomes of a person’s overall life.
ABA strategies that have been scientifically proven can teach a modality or form of communication, model and train appropriate socials skills, teach safety practices, teach independent hygiene routines, assist with how to appropriately gain attention, understanding and expressing appropriate emotions, gain an item or activity, and help learn to navigate the person’s environment, i.e., at home, work, school and community.
Strategies and assessments we utilize at ANBS include:
- Assessment tools such as the FAST, Vineland, ABLLS-R, AFLS, VB-MAPP, PEAK, EFL, ESDM
- Functional behavior assessments (FBA).
- Behavioral support plans (BSP) based on completed assessment.
- Provide family member, spouse, parent, caregiver training as well as professional service provider training.
The assessment, behavior plan and treatment are provided and overseen by a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA). Our clinical director also specializes in brain injuries and is a certified brain injury specialist trainer (CBIST).
Our clinic specializes in neurobehavioral disorders such as traumatic brain injuries, acquired brain injuries, and congenital brain disorders. We also specialize in providing services for individuals with intellectual disabilities and developmental disabilities.
Some of the typical challenges we see include TBI’s, accidents, falls, car accidents, abusive head trauma, post-acute brain tumors / brain resection, epilepsy, drug resistant epilepsy, rare congenital brain disorders, autism spectrum disorder with comorbid diagnoses.
Services we do not provide include:
- Speech therapy
- Physical therapy
- Occupational therapy
We work with all ages and demographics. Our clinic provides a free consultation to determine if we can provide effective services for each case.
All treatment plans are individually designed to meet the specific needs of the client. Some of our common treatments include, but not limited to, social skills training, PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System), Basic mand training, activity schedules, behavior contracts, precision teaching, self-monitoring, social stories, task analysis (task-list), token economy (reward chart), video modeling, visual schedules, and antecedent based interventions. We have training using AAC devices. We also utilize positive behavior support practices and reinforcement of desired behaviors.
Our clinic implements our custom designed data collection system that includes QR code access to real time data recording to efficiently track progress.
