How to Start Your ABA Journey - AlmaBehavioral Solutions

Start your ABA Journey

Starting ABA therapy can feel like a big step, but you do not have to navigate it alone.

Complete the form below to help our team understand your child’s needs, family preferences, insurance information and the type of support you are looking for.

Caregiver/Parent

The caregiver is the legal guardian or responsible adult completing this form

Caregiver First Name

Caregiver Last Name

Caregiver Relationship

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City

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Is Your Insurance Listed?

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Client Information

The client is the individual who will receive ABA therapy services

First Name

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Client's Date of Birth

Diagnosis received for autism spectrum disorder (ASD)?

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How did you Hear About Us

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What Happens After You Submit the Form?

We Review Your Information

Our team carefully reviews the details you provide so we can better understand your child’s needs and your family’s priorities.

We Connect With You

A member of the ALMA team will contact you to learn more, answer your questions and explain the intake process.

We Verify Service Details

We review your insurance information, location and service needs to determine available options. Coverage and documentation requirements may vary by insurance plan.

We Plan the Next Step

When appropriate, our team will guide you through assessments, required documents and the process of beginning ABA services.

You Do Not Need to Have Everything Figured Out

Many families contact us while they are still learning about ABA therapy, waiting for documents or trying to understand their insurance benefits.

That is completely okay.

The first conversation is an opportunity to:

Share your concerns and goals
Ask questions about ABA therapy
Discuss your child’s strengths and support needs
Learn which documents may be required
Understand possible service and insurance options
Decide whether ALMA may be the right fit for your family

Frequently asked questions

What is the best age to start an ABA program?

Research suggests that starting ABA therapy as early as possible, preferably before the age of five, can lead to more significant improvements in the long term. This is because the brain is still developing during this critical period can have a greater impact on a child’s overall development. However, it is important to note that ABA can be beneficial for individuals of any age. Even if person with ASD is older, they can still benefit from ABA therapy to develop new skills, reduce problem behaviors, and improve their overall functioning.

My child is still young. Will ABA therapy make my child tired?

Maximizing the child’s immersion in ABA treatment is crucial for achieving success. It is important to utilize as much time as possible throughout the day to provide intensive intervention and minimize the loss of valuable time. Young children not only tolerate but also thrive on the stimulating nature of this approach. Therefore, it is essential to seize every opportunity to teach appropriate skills and reduce the occurrence of harmful behaviors. The ALMA Behavioral Solutions staff have extensive expertise in working with children as young as 20 months, delivering treatment sessions that are suitable for their age, energetic, playful, and filled with activities that reinforce learning. At the same time, the child’s natural endurance is taken into consideration by ensuring that the intervention is creative, natural, and enjoyable, children become enthusiastic participants. The child’s fatigue and ability to engage are closely monitored, and the number of weekly interventions hours in adjusted accordingly.

How many hours of treatment should my child receive?

We aim to reach the optimal outcome for your child. Based on research and our expertise, we have found that children who receive a higher number of hours of effective behavioral interventions tend to show greater improvement. Therefore, it is typical for many children under the care of ALMA Behavioral Solutions to initially receive 20 to 45 hours of services per week. As your child progresses and achieves master of skills, decreased interfering behaviors, improved school attendance, and increased social engagement, it may be suggested to reduce the amount of time spent with our staff.

Can ALMA Behavioral Solutions provide services in my home?

We have determined that conducting interventions in our clinic office is consistently more effective than exclusively working in other locations.
This approach offers several advantages:

It allows for greater oversight by our senior staff, ensuring consistent treatment styles across all staff members.
Children have opportunities for social interactions with their peers.
Our staff can utilize available resources for double treatment, data collection, and program refinement.
A wide range of toys, activities, and program materials are available in the clinic.
Parents can participate in the interventions process without the distractions of being at home.

In certain cases where it is mutually agreed upon and provides clinical benefits, some services may be provided in the home environment.

As a parent, I am concerned I’ll have too much to do. Any advice?

Research suggests that the first two or three years of intervention are crucial for children’s significant progress. Although the initial learning curve may be challenging, many parents adopt a mindset that investing extra time and effort now will ultimately reduce stress and the need for intensive intervention in the future. To ensure their commitment to the process many of our parents have successfully established a strong support system. They enlist the help of family members and friends to babysit their other children, assist with commuting to our clinic, or occasionally cook dinner. While we acknowledge that his can be difficult, some families have found it beneficial for one parent to reduce their work hours. This allows them to maintain focus and preserve their sanity throughout the intervention journey.

What is the length of your program?

Answering that question is challenging. Most of our families typically need our services for a period of 2-4 years. During that time, it is important to be fully committed and give your utmost effort. Some students may require our services for a longer duration, but with a modified level of support, such as school support or case consultation. If you decide to pursue an ABA program, be ready for a lengthy but highly fulfilling journey.

To ensure their commitment to the process many of our parents have successfully established a strong support system. They enlist the help of family members and friends to babysit their other children, assist with commuting to our clinic, or occasionally cook dinner. While we acknowledge that his can be difficult, some families have found it beneficial for one parent to reduce their work hours. This allows them to maintain focus and preserve their sanity throughout the intervention journey.

Ready to Get Started?

Transform your child’s life with expert ABA therapy.

Alisa Badryan

Founder and Clinical Director

info@almabehavioralsolutions.com

(747) 250-8494