ABA Services
Highlighting the Process
Our Six Step Solution
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Receive a Diagnosis
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Intake
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Initial Assessment
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Working with your Child
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Coordinate Care
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Progress and Results
What is ABA therapy?
What is Autism?
ABA techniques are used to:
- Build Communication and Language Skills
- Increase Social/Emotional skills
- Improve Adaptive Daily Living Skills
- Reduce Problem Behavior
ABA uses effective strategies of positive reinforcement and understanding antecedents and consequences to increase and/or decrease behaviors. Skills include but are not limited to language development, play and leisure skills, peer interactions, learning and academic skills, and problem behaviors. (i.e. aggression). ABA therapy emphasizes positive social interactions, motivates learning, and improves the quality of life for individuals with autism and their families.
Individualized ABA Services include:
- Intake and comprehensive skills assessment
- Customized treatment plan
- Behavior intervention plan
- One on one ABA therapy
- Supervision and Consultation
- Parent Training
- Coordination of care with other professionals
- Coordination of care with school
Common Questions About ABA Therapy
What does ABA stand for?
ABA is an acronym for Applied Behavior Analysis, also referred to as Behavioral Engineering. The ABA method is made up of scientifically progressive techniques used to improve or correct certain types of behavior. Working with children within the autism spectrum, the therapy has proven success in managing problematic behavior while developing social and academic skills.
What does BCBA stand for?
BCBA is an acronym for Board Certified Behavior Analyst - a professional therapist versed in the ABA methods with graduate-level certification. BCBAs provide behavior analytic services to outline specific plans and supervise and guide the ABAS work in improving or changing a child’s negative behavior.
Can you give me specific examples of behavior that ABA therapy focuses on?
The main focus is on improving social, reading, scholastic and communication skills. This includes life changing aspects of everyday interaction: personal hygiene and grooming, verbal and fine motor skills, as well as organizational tasks and responsibilities, such as setting the table or cleaning up after oneself.
Is there an age-appropriate time to begin ABA therapy?
Experts agree the sooner the better. In fact, children under age 5 are best suited to gain from the ABA therapy. Nonetheless, older children within the autism spectrum can benefit as well.
How do I know if my child needs ABA therapy?
If you see signs that indicate your child may not be developing as he or she should, speak to your pediatrician. If your child is diagnosed with autism or on the spectrum, contact Illuminate as soon as possible for a tailored-made caring program that will get the best results for a bright beckoning future.


The sooner you reach out to us, the sooner we can help your child.