Core deficits of autism include delays in social communication behavior AND

restrictive or repetitive behaviors. Many individuals with autism also suffer from sensory

processing disorder (SPD). Comorbidity commonly occurs when individuals with autism

struggle with a secondary diagnosis such as ADHD, Anxiety, or other mental health disorder.

Highly! ABA is the gold standard for treating autism. Supported by decades of thorough research, ABA has evolved into a rich and all-encompassing practical science aimed at improving target areas.

Speak to your doctor or diagnostician to make sure that your child can benefit. The beauty of ABA therapy is in its potential to completely individualize the treatment plan to fit the unique needs of your child.

You will see positive changes occur over time. You will know that ABA therapy is effective when challenging behaviors begin to decrease and adaptive behaviors increase. The ABA

framework requires clear and targeted objectives and closely monitored performance levels.

Although the procedures utilized are consistent across providers, there is

absolutely no one-size-fits-all approach to administering ABA Therapy. Autumn ABA is proud to offer the highest level of service and has adopted a whole-child approach to treatment. Our directors train and oversee clinicians, understand child development, and value natural-environment learning. We want to affect meaningful and lasting change!

Your behavior technician, under the supervision of an expert BCBA, will engage your child in a series of interactive and pleasant activities that are carefully planned to address specific skill areas. Your clinician will maximize learning opportunities throughout the session while maintaining your child’s interest and motivation levels. The session structure will depend on the service setting and the specific treatment plan.

Absolutely! Parents and caregivers are an integral part of the therapeutic process. During the initial behavioral assessment and throughout the duration of therapy, parents will meet with their designated BCBA to discuss progress, concerns, goals, and to gain support and guidance.

As per the BACB, once medical necessity is determined, there are generally two models for therapy intensity – Focused and Comprehensive. Focused therapy would range from 10-25 weekly hours of direct treatment. Comprehensive therapy would range from 30-40 weekly hours of direct treatment.

That will depend on your child’s skill levels upon entry into a therapy program, as well as the intensity of services that is received. Treatment duration is evaluated as per the child’s response to therapy. At times, therapy will continue past the first authorization period until further progress is achieved. Many children are discharged within 1-2 years of therapy. Others may need more time for long term goals to be achieved.

The good news is that most insurance plans will cover autism treatment. Coverage can differ from state to state and plan to plan, so give us a call today and we will review your benefits with you.

As soon as your insurance benefits are verified, services can begin! The process is smooth and efficient. Before you know it, you will have your team built out for you and your child will be set for success!

Process

At Autumn ABA, we work hard to make the therapy plan an absolute success. We invest time and focus in getting to know the personality and needs of your child and then setting up a technician whom you and your child will love!

Treatment goals can address many areas of development including:

• adaptive and self-care skills • attending and social referencing • cognitive functioning • community participation • coping and tolerance skills • emotional development • family

relationships • language and communication • play and leisure skills • pre-academic skills • reduction of interfering or inappropriate behaviors • safety skills • self-advocacy and independence • self-management • social relationships • vocational skills

Early detection of autism and early implementation of the therapy program is highly recommended. Most children begin services between two and six years old.

Insurance plans require a medical diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder before authorizing ABA services.