Reducing & Replacing Maladaptive Behaviors When focusing on behavior reduction a BCBA will first need to conclude the function of the maladaptive behavior. This can be done through a functional assessment/analysis that consists of consultations, observations, data collection and manipulation of environments. Once the functions of the behavior(s) have been determined a substitution for the [...]
Autism Speaks has created Autism Champions, a new website to help every resident of the U.S. reach out to their state and federal representatives! Enter your 5 digit zip code into the text box and a list of your representatives will be populated. You can simply enter your home zip code information here, into their website, and it [...]
Congrat to Jessica for passing her BCBA Exam!!!!!
Update: Our 2014 summer session program is now over. For information on how to enroll your child in our current social skills program click here! First Leap social skills groups are designed for children with newly emerging social skills to those who need to work on social pragmatics and higher level social thinking. Each group will follow a structured plan [...]
Camp Communication morning session 9-12 This camp will heavily focus on communication skills, primarily requesting. Using strong ABA techniques students will increase spontaneous requests, whether using verbal language, PECS, or sign language. All students will be given preferences assessment to determine their strongest reinforcers and practice their skills in 1:1 and small group settings. $300 SuperFlex Academy This camp is [...]
