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ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) is an evidence-based therapy that helps build skills (like communication, social and daily living skills) by teaching step-by-step and using positive reinforcement.

1) Referral & Scheduling

Families can start services through self-referral, insurance, or the Regional Center. After we receive authorization, we contact the family and schedule an intake meeting.

2) Intake Meeting

We meet with the caregiver (and client when appropriate) to learn about needs, goals, routines, and concerns.

3) Assessment (FBA + Skills)

We complete an assessment to understand:

• Your child’s strengths and skill needs

• When challenging behaviors happen and why they happen

This may include interviews, record review, direct observation, and selected assessments based on your child’s age and needs.

4) Plan Creation (BIP + Treatment Goals)

Based on the assessment, we create:

• A Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) to reduce challenging behaviors and teach replacement skills

• Skill-building goals in areas like communication, social skills, daily living skills, play, learning readiness, and emotional regulation

5) Therapy + Data Tracking

Sessions take place at home, school (when allowed), and/or in the community. Our team collects data during sessions to track progress.

6) Progress Review & Updates

Supervisors review data regularly to celebrate progress, adjust supports, and keep goals meaningful.

7) Parent Training

We provide ongoing coaching so parents can use strategies at home and support progress between sessions.

8) Session Summary & Family Access

Families receive session summaries and can view progress information through our system (depending on the platform used).

At Autism Bloom, we individualize services based on each child’s needs. Below are examples of evidence-based ABA strategies that may be included in a child’s program:

• Natural Environment Teaching (NET): Teaching skills within everyday routines at home, school, and in the community.

• Discrete Trial Training (DTT): Breaking skills into small, structured steps to build mastery.

• Antecedent-Based Interventions (ABI): Adjusting the environment to prevent challenges before they occur.

• Functional Communication Training (FCT): Teaching meaningful communication to replace challenging behavior.

• Reinforcement: Strengthening positive behaviors through encouragement and meaningful outcomes.

• Prompting (with fading): Providing helpful cues while building independence over time.

• Verbal Behavior: Teaching communication skills such as requesting, labeling, and social interaction.

• Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC): Supporting communication using tools like picture cards, sign language, or speech devices.

• Social Skills Training: Practicing conversation, turn-taking, and real-world social skills.

• Modeling: Demonstrating skills to support learning through imitation.

• Parent-Implemented Intervention (PII): Coaching caregivers to use strategies confidently and consistently at home.

• Response Interruption & Redirection (RIR): Gently interrupting repetitive behaviors and guiding toward functional alternatives.