Explore the impact of ABA in Early Intervention

Maximizing Developmental Potential: ABA helps children build essential skills, such as communication, social interactions, and self-regulation, which are fundamental to long-term success. Early intervention ensures these skills are learned during key developmental stages.
Reducing Problematic Behaviors: ABA identifies the root causes of challenging behaviors and provides effective strategies to replace them with positive behaviors, enabling children to function better in various settings.
Improving Quality of Life: ABA fosters independence and confidence, equipping children with the tools they need to navigate everyday tasks, form relationships, and engage in learning opportunities.
Individualized Treatment Plans: ABA focuses on creating personalized strategies tailored to the unique needs of each child. These plans target areas such as communication, social skills, and adaptive behaviors, ensuring meaningful progress.
Data-Driven Interventions: ABA uses ongoing data collection to track progress and make evidence-based adjustments. This ensures interventions are effective and focused on measurable outcomes.
Skill Building at Critical Stages: By starting early, ABA leverages the critical developmental window when the brain is most adaptable, helping children acquire foundational skills they need for future success.
Parent and Caregiver Training: ABA equips families with tools and techniques to support their child’s progress at home and in the community, creating a consistent and nurturing environment for growth.
Empowering Families: ABA includes training and support for parents and caregivers, equipping them with the tools to reinforce positive behaviors and create a nurturing environment for their child’s growth.
Long-Term Benefits: Early ABA intervention reduces the need for more intensive support later, as it addresses challenges proactively, enabling children to thrive in school, social settings, and beyond.
Preventing Further Delays: Without early intervention, children may face compounding challenges as developmental gaps widen. ABA provides targeted, individualized approaches to minimize these gaps early on.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is ABA therapy?

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a research-based therapy that focuses on improving specific behaviors, such as communication, social skills, and adaptive learning skills, through positive reinforcement. It’s especially effective in supporting individuals with autism and other developmental challenges.

2. What ages do you serve?

We specialize in early intervention and typically serve children from 18 months to 6 years old, though we also offer services for older children and families based on individual needs.

3. How do I get started with Thriving Steps?

Getting started is simple:

Contact us to schedule an intake consultation.
We’ll complete an initial assessment.
- From there, we’ll assess whether ABA therapy is an appropriate fit for your child’s needs and, if so, a member of our clinical team will connect with you to discuss the next steps.

4. Where do services take place?

We offer services in a variety of settings, including:

In-home
In-school or daycare
Clinic-based (if applicable)
Community settings
- We work closely with families to determine the most appropriate and effective environment for your child.

5. Do you accept insurance?

Yes! We are in-network with several insurance providers and can assist you with navigating the insurance process. Please contact us for the most up-to-date list of accepted providers and help verifying your benefits.

6. What qualifications do your therapists have?

Our team includes:

Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) : BCBAs are master's-level clinicians who design, oversee, and monitor your child’s individualized ABA therapy program. They conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide ongoing supervision to ensure effective progress.
Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts (BCaBAs) : BCaBAs hold a bachelor’s degree and work under the supervision of a BCBA. They assist in implementing and monitoring behavior plans and may provide direct or indirect support.
Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) : RBTs are certified paraprofessionals who work directly with your child to implement the treatment plan. They collect data, teach skills, and use strategies outlined by the supervising BCBA.
Behavior Technicians (BTs) : BTs are trained team members who deliver direct one-on-one support. While not certified like RBTs, they operate under close supervision and receive ongoing training in ABA principles.

All team members at Thriving Steps undergo continuous training and professional development to stay current with best practices and ensure your child receives the highest quality of care.

7. How often will my child receive services?

Each child’s therapy schedule is customized based on their individual needs and assessment results. ABA therapy is often most effective when provided consistently, depending on your child's individual needs, this could range from a few hours each week, to more intensive support, such as 20–40 hours per week for early intervention.

8. How is progress tracked?

We use data-driven methods to track and evaluate your child’s progress. Goals are regularly reviewed and updated in collaboration with families to ensure meaningful and measurable growth.

9. Do you offer parent training or support?

Absolutely! Parent involvement is essential to the success of ABA therapy. We offer regular parent training sessions and ongoing support to empower families and reinforce skills at home.

10. What makes Thriving Steps different?

At Thriving Steps, we believe in nurturing growth through compassionate care, individualized plans, and meaningful collaboration with families, caregivers, and everyone involved in a child’s journey. We’re committed to turning possibilities into progress through the impact of early intervention—one meaningful step at a time.