Comprehensive Autism Care in New Jersey
Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is a science-based approach that helps people understand and change behavior in ways that are meaningful and valuable for the person involved. In the field of ABA, scientific principles that explain how learning occurs guide the development of strategies, interventions, and procedures that are used in ABA therapy sessions.
Applied behavior analysis, or ABA therapy, focuses on how our knowledge of learning and behavior is applied in a therapeutic approach to better understand and change behavior to improve a person’s life and wellbeing.
The goal of ABA therapy is to help people make meaningful and lasting changes in their lives. Because ABA focuses on creating positive change for each person, ABA therapy must be individualized to reflect the unique interests, goals, and characteristics of each child.
Before beginning ABA therapy, a dedicated Care Coordinator will gather more information about your child and your family. You will complete an intake form and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will use this information to select the best tools to use during your child’s initial assessment. They will then perform a comprehensive assessment for your child and observe your child’s behavior at baseline, paying close attention to environmental changes that lead to certain behaviors.
Based on these observations, the BCBA will develop a treatment plan that is individual to your child and focuses on their current strengths and needs. The BCBA outlines a clear, manageable timeline of treatment goals and then reviews the plan with you and your family. We incorporate the whole family into the treatment process, ensuring you can support your child with confidence during and after completing our program.
During ABA therapy sessions, ABA therapists use various evidence-based teaching approaches, including:
Throughout the ABA process, our therapists collect data about clients’ progress to track their skill-building and behavioral management. We monitor, assess, and discuss behavioral changes and celebrate every win with our clients and their families.
Focused ABA is best for children working toward a limited number of behavioral goals or “targets.” This treatment is not restricted by age requirements, cognitive abilities, or co-occurring conditions.
In general, focused ABA treatment involves some or all of the following goals:
(a) Targeting and reducing an acutely problematic behavior, such as:
(b) Improving behaviors for a small number of key functional skills, such as:
(c) Personalized caregiver training sessions led by BCBAs, teaching methods to reinforce positive behaviors and foster development.
Comprehensive ABA treatment, also referred to as early intensive behavioral intervention (EIBI) is best for children working toward multiple goals within multiple developmental domains, including cognitive, communicative, social, emotional, and adaptive functioning.
EIBI is one of the most common forms of comprehensive treatment and seeks to increase the child’s overall skill repertoire.
A comprehensive ABA program may be recommended for children:
While each treatment plan is uniquely tailored to the specific child, a comprehensive ABA program generally involves:
Social skills ABA services might be appropriate for children who would benefit from additional coaching and guidance during social interactions and when building social relationships. Social skills ABA therapy is usually provided in small groups of children or adolescents who have similar goals and social needs.
In these groups, children are supported by ABA therapists and BCBAs as they work on a range of social interaction and relationship skills such as sharing and turn-taking, making conversation, and understanding and navigating social situations.
Using evidence-based treatment in a relaxed engaging environment allows children to learn in a naturalistic setting.
Experience expert care where you need it. We offer center, home, and community-based ABA services.
An individualized treatment plan is designed for each child, services can include: Speech Therapy, ABA Therapy, and Occupational Therapy.
Provide monthly, “Navigating Autism,” workshops to support families, providers and the community in navigating the different aspects of autism-related subjects.
Our Gibbsboro, NJ Center hosts our early childhood ABA program and ABA-based social skills groups.
At GentleCare, we specialize in providing comprehensive in-home and community-based services tailored to meet the needs of you and your family in New Jersey.
Our clinical team offers a range of services, including individualized support, caregiver training and more, all within the comfort of your home. We aim to create a supportive and enriching environment that fosters growth and development, empowering individuals to live their best life!
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Your family and child will be assigned a team that consists of a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst and a Behavioral Technician who will deliver individualized services tailored to your child’s interests and everyday life at home.
Our in-home services use a naturalistic approach to focus on:z
Your BCBA will provide you with resources, support, and Caregiver Training.
Caregiver Training aims to increase the use of ABA strategies at home and equip caregivers with the skills and materials they need to extend therapy benefits outside of session.
GentleCare Therapy accepts most major New Jersey health insurance plans. We have dedicated care coordinators to help you navigate your coverage and get the therapy you need.
With your consent, your BCBA is able to collaborate with other members of your child’s team to ensure consistent approaches between professionals.
This includes, but is not limited to:
Your BCBA is also available to support you during IEP meetings.
Our state-of-the-art autism treatment center located in Voorhees, Southern NJ is equipped to serve the needs of children in and around Camden County.
The center includes clinical treatment rooms, a play gym and outdoor play area, training rooms, a library area, an art and sensory room, quiet/cozy spaces and more.
We currently have immediate openings to serve children for home, center and community-based services in counties throughout New Jersey.
View our current openings and learn more by connecting with our team!
