Part 10: Why ABA Therapy

As we conclude our Early Intervention Blog Series, we want to recap how early intervention and ABA therapy offer transformative benefits for children with autism, empowering them to develop essential skills, improve social interactions, and reach their full potential.

Early intervention is crucial in the journey of raising a child with autism, and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy has emerged as one of the most effective approaches. Now, as we conclude, let’s recap why early intervention and ABA therapy are vital and encourage families to consider this transformative approach for their child’s development.

 

Research consistently emphasizes the significance of early intervention for children with autism.  ABA therapy stands out due to its evidence-based practices that target specific behaviors, social skills, communication, and academic abilities.

ABA therapy utilizes behavior analysis principles to teach and reinforce desired behaviors while reducing challenging ones. This therapy is highly individualized, focusing on each child’s unique needs and strengths. By breaking down complex skills into manageable steps, ABA therapy helps children with autism acquire new skills, improve social interactions, and enhance their overall quality of life.

 

The benefits of ABA therapy extend beyond immediate goals. Children who receive early and consistent ABA therapy often experience significant progress in communication abilities, adaptive skills, and independence. They may also see improvements in academic performance and engagement in learning. By equipping children with the necessary skills to navigate their world, ABA therapy empowers them to thrive and reach their full potential.

 

If you have a child with autism, we strongly encourage you to consider ABA therapy as part of their intervention plan.

Every child’s journey with autism is unique, and ABA therapy provides the structured, individualized support they need to develop essential life skills and overcome challenges.

By seeking ABA therapy services, you are giving your child the opportunity to grow and thrive in a supportive and nurturing environment. Trained professionals specializing in ABA therapy will work closely with your child, tailoring interventions to their specific needs. With their guidance, your child can make significant progress and achieve milestones that may have once seemed out of reach.

Navigating autism can be overwhelming but remember that you are not alone. Numerous resources and support networks are available to assist you on this journey.

 

Connect with autism support organizations such as Autism Speaks and Autism Society. They provide valuable resources, educational materials, and community connections. Local support groups offer a sense of belonging and a chance to connect with other families facing similar challenges.

 

Collaborate with professionals including pediatricians, developmental specialists, and educators who can offer insights and recommend appropriate interventions like ABA therapy. These professionals will guide you through the process and provide tailored advice for your child’s unique needs.

 

Research ABA therapy providers in your area, ensuring they prioritize collaboration with parents, offer ongoing support and training, and have a track record of positive outcomes.  Look for providers that are Behavior of Health Centers of Excellence (BHCOE). BHCOE accreditation helps you find quality care faster because the legwork has been down for you. It’s an in-depth process spanning several months, leaving no stone unturned. All areas of a provider’s organization are examined through a wide-ranging audit that includes interviews with the provider’s clinical leadership, comprehensive on-site observation, a detailed staff qualification review, an anonymous staff satisfaction survey, and an anonymous consumer satisfaction survey. Learn more

 

Stay informed by keeping up to date with the latest research, advancements, and success stories related to ABA therapy and autism intervention. This knowledge will empower you to make informed decisions for your child’s well-being.

 

Early intervention and ABA therapy have the power to transform the lives of children with autism. By providing structured support, individualized interventions, and evidence-based techniques, ABA therapy equips children with the skills they need to thrive and succeed. As a parent, you can shape your child’s future positively. Seek ABA therapy services, leverage available resources, and remember that every step forward is a step closer to a brighter future for your child and your family.

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Ashvina attended University of Bombay and graduated with a Bachelors of Commerce. She got her Montessori Diploma in 1985 and taught ever since. Ashvina came to TBE in January of 2016 as Admin Assistant. During the years she got the opportunity to learn and work in different departments such as HR, Finance, Office Manager and Executive Assistant. Last summer TBE bought billing in house and her current focus area is Revenue Cycle Management. She is detail oriented and enjoys working with people. Ashvina volunteers to deliver meals to seniors and local shelters on the weekend. She loves to spend time with her family and grandkids. Ashvina loves her job because she enjoys hearing different points of view, and she feels her contributions help fuel the direction of our company.

Working with children comes naturally to Angela. Her mom was a special education teacher for 30 years and often had Angela join her for Take Your Child to Work Day. And in high school, Angela spent every summer as the nanny for a little boy with an autism spectrum disorder. It was this experience where her passion for working with children with autism started to blossom.

From there, she went on to graduate from Oklahoma State University with a Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Family Sciences. She learned about Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in a non-normative development class and from that moment knew that ABA would be her life’s work.

Angela moved to the DFW area shortly after and began working at The Behavior Exchange as a therapist. She worked on her Master’s in Behavior Analysis at the same time. A year after graduating, she earned certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

Now, as a Clinical Director at The Behavior Exchange, she brings a life-long passion to her work, holding a special place in her heart for children with limited language skills and working closely with families to develop healthy sleep habits.

Danielle’s passion for working with families is deeply personal and from the heart. Her younger brother has an autism spectrum disorder, and through their journey as a family, she found her purpose in life as an advocate for individuals with special needs.

After graduating from the University of North Texas with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies, Danielle began volunteering at The Behavior Exchange. She saw passionate therapists, meaningful change for clients, and families with hope for the future. After a summer of volunteering, she officially joined the team as Director of Admissions and found her home with The Behavior Exchange family.

With her extensive experience working as a client advocate with insurance providers, Danielle perseveres to help individuals of all ages and abilities receive the services they need to reach their full potential. She feels truly honored by each and every family who entrusts The Behavior Exchange to be part of their journey and is committed to the organization’s core values, mission, and goal of being a beacon of hope for the community.

Adam has always had a passion for helping individuals of all ages thrive and reach their full potential. He’s also an enthusiastic musician, songwriter, leader, and devoted family man, who has been helping children and team members grow with The Behavior Exchange since 2010.

Prior to joining the team at The Behavior Exchange, Adam was a mortgage loan consultant and grad student, pursuing his master’s degree in Education at the University of North Texas. He graduated in 2013 and also earned a graduate academic certificate in Autism Intervention. The following year, after years as a Behavior Therapist and seeing first-hand the power of ABA and the meaningful impact it can have on children and their families, Adam became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. He then commenced from the Stagen Leadership Academy after completing the Integral Leadership Program (ILP), a 52-week practice-based program designed to develop executives serious about transforming themselves, their teams, and their organizations.

Adam is truly grateful to be a part of a dynamic, inspiring and compassionate team, and he’s dedicated to bettering the lives of all children and their families through the delivery of the highest quality of ABA services, while supporting the amazing team at The Behavior Exchange.

Soraya is from South Africa and moved to Texas in 1996. She graduated from The University of Texas and pursued a career, at that time, in Education. Soraya taught at a Montessori school for a few years and then took on a leadership role.

During her time in the education system, Soraya realized her passion was to assist children with special needs. So she joined The Behavior Exchange as a therapist, transitioned into a supervisory role in 2017, and a year and a half later, was promoted to Clinical Operations Manager.

She quickly learned the ins and outs of ABA operations and scheduling and successfully collaborates across departments to ensure The Behavior Exchange continues to provide quality services to clients and their families. She’s thankful to be part of such an amazing organization and excited to see what the future holds.

You could say Walter’s career started when he spent hours as a young child drawing superheroes and coloring maps. This passion, along with extraordinary swimming skills, landed him a full swimming scholarship at Texas Christian University, where he graduated in 1997 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Communication Graphics.

During the next 13 years, his design and art direction skills, conceptual-thinking abilities, and marketing-savvy know-how were honed at a few prestigious advertising and marketing agencies around the Dallas area. In the mid 2000s, he helped his wife Tammy Cline-Soza (founder and CEO of The Behavior Exchange) create a unique and concise brand for her new business. From logos and websites to uniforms, brand voice and visuals, Walter has been the main creative force for all things The Behavior Exchange.

Aside from giving birth to The Behavior Exchange brand, Walter is helping Tammy raise two amazing, beautiful children, River and Sierra. In his spare time (the two minutes he’s got per week), you can find Walter illustrating iconic landmarks of Dallas and Texas or looking around for this next open-water swim. Once he gets back in shape.

After 20 years of building The Behavior Exchange, literally from the ground up,
Tammy couldn’t be more proud of the team, culture, and organization that it has become.

As a family helping families, The Behavior Exchanges looks for opportunities that will make the biggest impact and produce life-changing outcomes – for clients, families, and even for team members. Tammy believes that if a team, a family, a community takes care of each other, the possibilities are endless and the relationships built along the way can make life more enriching and challenges easier to navigate. You could say her goal has been to build a kind of utopia full of support, love, and expertise that brings the best services possible to the community and ensures more families have access to those services.

Tammy and her family have dedicated their lives to the mission of The Behavior Exchange and continue to grow, learn, cultivate, challenge, support, and create better models for success. To that end, she is committed to her own leadership development and actively participates in advanced training, mentoring, and deep self-exploration on how to live out her purpose to love and support her family and help others reach their full potential. She takes her position very seriously and tries to serve as a channel for what the universe wants to come to fruition.

She also loves travel, gardening, being creative, MUSIC!, tennis, yoga, meditation, journaling, reading, being in nature, adventures, and more than anything, spending time with her husband Walter and their two beautiful children, River and Sierra.