Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based therapy model based on the behaviorist theory of B.F. Skinner. ABA creates meaningful behavior change across a variety of socially significant behaviors, such as language and communication, play and social interaction skills, and self-care skills to help people with autism and other developmental disorders
ABA focuses on how behaviors change, how the environment affects them, and how learning takes place. The goal of ABA therapy is to apply this understanding to real situations to help people learn and apply new skills in their daily lives.
All Kids First has been “enhancing children’s potentials” since 2005.
When a child is evaluated for ABA, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst will consider the child’s physical, cognitive, language, and academic development. If therapy is recommended, an individualized program is established to target the child’s missing skills by breaking them down into achievable milestones. The particular skills targeted are guided by the best available research, clinical expertise, and client values and context. Each client works on his or her goals in a one-on-one setting, where a clinician can fully focus on the unique interests and learning styles of the client while providing group opportunities to work on social skills goals and generalize the skills that are learned in a 1:1 setting.
ABA has been shown to be effective in reducing behaviors and improving cognitive and self-help skills for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Click on these links to read more about the studies that support this treatment:
Evidence for Effectiveness of ABA as a Treatment for Autism
Efficacy of Interventions Based on Applied Behavior Analysis for Autism Spectrum DisorderEfficacy of Interventions Based on Applied Behavior Analysis for Autism Spectrum Disorder
ABA therapy is also helpful for children with developmental delays, genetic disorders, traumatic brain injuries, intellectual disorders, social pragmatic deficits, and motor impairments.
ABA therapy sessions can take place via center-based or home/community-based which include school
All Kids First has 3 clinics in Duluth, Roswell, and Snellville and also offers home-based/community-based services in Gwinnett, Forsyth, and Fulton areas based on the child’s needs