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Early Intervention Treatment

Programs for Young Children

These programs are for very young children (under 3 years old). These children show signs of developmental delay or at risk for a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Treatment hours can start from 6 to 30 hours per week depending on child’s needs.

  • focus primarily on areas such as: functional communication and language, appropriate play skills, social skills, self-help skills, and parent training.
  • teaching methods include use of task analysis in chaining behaviors, Natural Environment Training, and Verbal Behavior training.
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Behavior Intervention & Treatment

Using Applied Behavior Analysis

We provide behavioral intervention and treatment in different forms depending upon each child’s and family’s needs. Funding for these programs is most often provided by health Insurance, local school districts, SELPAs, and/or regional centers. For health insurance funding, please check with your insurance provider and plan for specific coverage and benefits eligibility. Genesis is currently accepting most insurance plans. For any insurance questions, please call 877-828-8476 and we will happy to help you with your insurance questions.

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Intensive Behavior Treatment Programs

Programs to transition from Early Intervention Treatment

These programs are modeled after the groundbreaking autism treatment programs conducted by Dr. Ivar Lovaas. They are geared to help children “catch up” with their typically developing peers, and have the goal of integration with peers in general education classrooms. Children may be transitioned from Early Intervention Treatment.

  • 25-40 hours of 1:1 intervention by Behavior Therapists as well as consultation and supervision by a Behavior Consultant.
  • lessons are conducted in Discrete Trials Training and Natural Environment Training formats and are based upon each child’s individual learning style.
  • lessons are geared to prepare for school readiness and prerequisite classroom & academic skills.
  • areas targeted include: All domains of functional communication and language, visual discrimination, imitation skills, appropriate play skills, self-help skills, motor skills, pre-academic skills, social skills, observational learning, generalizations and parent training.

Environmental Assesment

Tailored To Fit Your Specific Needs

Behavior is determined not only by immediate antecedents and consequences, but also by structural and social interactional contexts in which behaviors occur. Based on the tenets of Positive Behavior Support and Applied Behavior Analysis, the Environmental Assessment of any environment that the child or young adult lives in pinpoints certain contextual variables that can influence the behavior of the child or young adult in a positive and negative matter.

Each Environmental Assessment is tailored to fit the specific and unique needs of any home, community or school program and results in an inventory of individualized strategies aimed at defining, teaching, and supporting quality outcomes and positive and effective student and staff behavior. Recommendations are designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with contextual fit in mind to be ready for application by school staff and campus behavior teams.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Some of the most common questions we get

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is a scientifically validated approach to understanding behavior and how it is affected by the environment. It focuses on improving specific behaviors and skills, such as social skills, communication, reading, and academics, as well as adaptive learning and self-care skills.

ABA therapy involves several techniques for understanding and changing behavior and for improving a variety of different skills. It can include strategies such as application of positive reinforcement to encourage desired behaviors to occur more often and for skills building.

ABA therapy is commonly used for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) but can also benefit those with other conditions, such as but not limited to, developmental disorders, behavioral disorders, and learning disabilities.

The main goals of ABA therapy are to increase positive behaviors, teach new skills, maintain appropriate behaviors, reduce interfering behaviors, and to improve quality of life outcomes.

The duration of ABA therapy varies depending on the individual’s needs. It can range from a few months to several years.

ABA sessions can vary in frequency, typically ranging from a few hours per week to over 40 hours per week, depending on the treatment plan and the individual’s specific needs.

ABA therapists qualifications vary by role. RBTs need a high school diploma, specific training, and certification. Mid-level providers usually have a bachelor’s or master’s degree with ABA experience. BCBAs hold a master’s or doctoral degree, complete supervised fieldwork, and pass a certification exam. BCaBAs have a bachelor’s degree and work under a BCBA. All therapist undergo specialized ABA training.

Many insurance plans cover ABA therapy, especially for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Coverage can vary, so it’s essential to check with your insurance provider.

Parents play a crucial role in ABA therapy for children receiving ABA therapy. Parents are taught by the ABA specialists to implement ABA strategies at home to ensure consistency and to maximize their child’s progress.

A treatment plan is a detailed document outlining goals, strategies, and interventions to address an individual’s specific needs. It includes an assessment of the current condition, measurable objectives, chosen methods, a timeline, and progress evaluation. This plan ensures a structured approach to personalized care and is often used by ABA clinical team.

A Positive Behavior Intervention Plan (PBIP) is a tailored plan developed by an ABA clinician to address an individual’s specific behavioral needs. It outlines targeted ABA interventions and techniques to manage and improve behaviors. When necessary, the PBIP is incorporated into the individual’s overall Treatment Plan.

Progress in ABA therapy is measured through continuous data collection and data analysis to track behavior changes and to adjust the Treatment Plan as needed.

Yes, ABA therapy can be conducted at home, in the community, or in a clinical setting, depending on the individual’s needs and goals.

ABA therapy is distinct because it is based on scientific principles of learning and behavior and involves systematic data collection and analysis based on the principles and procedures of behavior analysis.

ABA therapy is generally safe, but like any therapy, it requires a trained professional to ensure it is implemented correctly and ethically.

You can find a qualified ABA therapist through recommendations, online directories of certified Behavior Analysts, or through healthcare providers.

Common ABA techniques include Discrete Trial Training (DTT), Natural Environment Training (NET), Task Analyses, Functional Communication Training (FCT), and Pivotal Response Training (PRT).

Positive reinforcement involves providing a preferred item, praise, or activity (a ‘reinforcer’) following a desired behavior to increase the likelihood that the behavior will happen again.

DTT is a structured ABA technique that is comprised of breaking down skills into small, “discrete” components and then teaching each step through repetition and reinforcement.

NET is a method of teaching skills in the natural environment where the skills are typically used, promoting generalization and use in real-life settings.

Task Analysis involves breaking down complex tasks into smaller, manageable steps to teach each part of the task systematically, and then chaining these steps together so that the individual can perform the entire task. Task Analysis is especially useful when teaching self-help skills such as grooming tasks and dressing skills.

FCT is a method of teaching meaningful communication and teaches individuals to communicate their wants and needs in a functional, socially appropriate manner.

PRT is a play-based, child-initiated therapy that targets pivotal areas of social and communication learning, such as motivation and responding to multiple cues, to produce broad improvements across skills not directly targeted, promoting a spread of effect across a wide array of skills without having to address each and every skill individually.

Yes, ABA therapy can be effective for individuals of all ages, including older children and adults, depending on their specific needs and goals.

  1. Contact Genesis Behavior Center at (877) 828-8476 to discuss your child’s diagnosis and needs, in order to determine which program might be the best fit. (This is important because for several programs, your next step may be to contact your regional center representative, school district or private insurance company contact in order to secure funding and request approval for the assessment to occur.)

  2. An assessment will be scheduled based on the soonest available opening as well as agreement of the funding sources (if applicable). At times, there may be a waiting period of several months; in other cases, an assessment may begin within the next 1-2 weeks based on family availability and secured funding for services. See section entitled “How are goals and program placement determined?” under the FAQ page

  3. The assessment will include parent/caregiver and, if funded through the school district, teacher interviews, observation of the child in his/her natural environment(s), review of previous reports and records, and direct interaction to assess skills and responsiveness to teaching procedures. At the end of the assessment, a report is written and recommendations are made based upon data collected during the assessment. This report is given to the funding sources and to the parents, and is reviewed during an IEP (Individual Education Plan implemented if funded by school district, an education and therapeutic services plan for child ages 3 to 22) or IFSP (Integrated Family Services Plan, a service plan for child under age 3) meeting. At the IEP/IFSP meeting, the entire team will determine which program placement is appropriate for your child. (The IEP/IFSP team consists of representatives from the school district / SELPA, regional center, Genesis Behavior Center, and most importantly, the parents.)

  4. Prior to beginning the program (usually during the assessment procedure), a Parent-Provider Agreement will be reviewed and signed that details the roles and responsibilities of both Genesis and the parents as part of creating a successful program for your child. A list of materials may also be provided at that time that are necessary for learning and reinforcement; as a parent you will need to obtain these prior to the program beginning.

  5. A start date will be scheduled, and a programming team that consists of a Behavior Consultant (supervisor) and (if applicable) 2-3 Behavior Therapists will be assembled for your child. Each parent will be given clear communication regarding schedules of therapy sessions and team meetings, as well as 1:1 training appointments with the Behavior Consultant.