Everyday ABA Presenation

Preview:

DESCRIPTION

Presented for the group on April, 2012

Citation preview

S.O.A.K Meeting4-12-12

AgendaAgenda• Introductions• History of ABA• Common Misconceptions• What is ABA?• Principles of Behavior• Domains of Instruction• Services• Insurance Information• Getting Started• Contact Information

IntroductionsIntroductions

• Jennifer Harrington, MAT, BCBA

• Tabitha Ramminger, MS, BCBA

• Caroline Lybrand, MAT

Our HistoryOur History

• Watson – S>R

• Skinner – S>R>R

• Baer, Wolf, Risley – Formal field in 1968

Common Common MisconceptionsMisconceptions

4) ABA is sitting at a table and drilling kids with flashcards.

3) ABA is bribing kids.

2) ABA is like dog training.

1) ABA is only used for kids with Autism.

Let’s Talk About Each of These MISCONCEPTIONS!

So, What is ABA?So, What is ABA?The science of manipulating

antecedents and consequences in an environment to evoke meaningful and socially

appropriate behaviors and decrease socially inappropriate or

problem behaviors while increasing the individual’s

quality of life.

In other words….In other words….We implement programs that:1.Use proactive strategies (PREVENTION)2.Focus on teaching replacement skills, that are valuable to the learner, which helps to reduce problem behaviors3.Foster independence, self-determination and advocacy4.Make the individuals life easier and better.

Behavioral ParadigmBehavioral Paradigm

Antecedent – Behavior – Consequence What happens before What happens What happens after

ABC Model

The ABC’s are all observable

AA B C B C

Some typical antecedents:Social task demands

Academic task demandsDowntime

Told wait or noTransitioning

A A BB C C

Two types of behavior:

Respondent – Reflexive and elicitedOperant – Learned and evoked

We manipulate operate behaviors by teaching skills and replacing

deficits.

A B A B CCConsequences:

Positive ReinforcementNegative Reinforcement

PunishmentExtinction

Differential Reinforcement

Domains Domains of of

InstructionInstruction

Communication

Self-Help

Leisure

Vocational

Academic

Social

Everyday ABAEveryday ABA

"Enhancing Quality of Life for Families Affected by Autism"

Everyday ABA provides direct in-home Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to a wide range of

individuals with disabilities. Using the principles of behavior, Everyday ABA

teaches relevant and meaningful skills that lead to a greater quality of life. The six core domains we

develop and implement instructional programs for are: communication, domestic living, community,

leisure, academic, and vocational.

Our ProvidersOur ProvidersBCBA – Board Certified Behavior Analyst BCaBA – Board Certified Assistant Behavior AnalystAdvanced Therapist – paraprofessional with minimum 5 years experience

Support Therapist – paraprofessional with minimum of 1 year experience

Our ServicesOur Serviceso Direct Services

• BCBA vs. Paraprofessional

o Consultations (IEPs)

o Parent Training

o Social Skills Groups

o Treatment Planning

o Supervision

Services Cont.Services Cont.Q: Where do we provide service?A: Natural settings such as:

o Homeo In the communityo Extended family members homeo Daycare

Q: Who we provide service for?A: Individuals with varying disabilities

o Autism Spectrum Disordero Asperger's o Intellectual Disabilitieso Specific Learning Disabilitieso Behavior/conduct Disorders

InsuranceInsuranceCurrently In-Network Providers for:

•United Healthcare•Cigna•Tricare•Aetna

*Must have the ABA benefit to receive services*

Getting StartedGetting Started

Contact Us!Contact Us!www.everydayaba.com

Email:info@everydayaba.com

Phone: 321-536-3532