ABA through Play!
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a research-based, child-centered therapy designed to improve social, communication, and behavioral skills. ABA therapy focuses on increasing positive behaviors and reducing behaviors that may hinder learning or development.
ABA strategies can help to:
- Increase language and communication skills
- Develop key social skills
- Decrease maladaptive behaviors like aggression, elopement, or self-injury
- Build upon inherent strengths to learn new skills
- Improve focus, attention, and memory
- Foster independence
- Teach family and other caregivers how to create success at home
With a highly experienced, board-certified clinical team, we use ABA therapy to create a roadmap for each individual child, so we can help improve their overall quality of life. Every child’s journey in ABA is different but follows a consistent approach. First, we identify your concerns and development opportunities, set measurable and attainable goals for your child, and build a customized plan that will encourage positive changes.
Now this is where the fun comes in! We implement our goals through natural, play-based techniques that make learning fun! There is a lot a child can learn through play, and we believe that play is the bridge to learning, where imagination and skill development go hand-in-hand.
How We Approach ABA Therapy
At Spark Learning, we create individualized programs for each child using a holistic approach that supports both the child and family. Our therapy incorporates natural learning opportunities and play, making learning fun and engaging.
Key features of our ABA therapy
Individualized Programs
Tailored to your child’s unique strengths and challenges. We design individualized plans that target specific areas of development, ensuring your child receives the most effective intervention.
Natural Learning Environment
Skills are taught in real-life, naturalistic environments, supporting generalization across settings.
Family-Centered Support
Collaboration with parents to support learning at home.
Comprehensive Skill Building
Focus on skill acquisition across all domains, including communication, play, daily living, and social skills.
Behavioral Support
Address challenging behaviors with compassion and effective, evidence-based strategies.
Parent Training
Ongoing coaching and guidance to help you continue progress at home.
Why our approach works
- It’s fun! We teach through natural, play-based techniques
- Uses positive reinforcement to encourage desired behaviors.
- We break down complex skills into smaller, manageable steps, making learning and progress achievable.
- Personalized programs meet the unique needs of each child.
- We include the whole family and welcome parents and caregivers to attend therapy sessions anytime
Center Based, In-Home, or After School
Everyone learns differently, and many children need the support that comes with one-on-one learning. Our individualized ABA therapy can give your child focused attention to work towards their developmental goals — flexibly offered in-home, at our center, in the community, or in schools.
Many children benefit from a mix of individualized and group therapy. During your child’s consultation, we’ll discuss their learning style and needs in order to build a perfectly personalized plan and schedule.
At our centers your child will receive individualized attention, while surrounded by other children — giving them opportunities both for individual attention and social engagement. Offering half day, full day, or after school options.
Our in-home services allows for natural learning opportunities within your family’s everyday routines while ensuring parents and caregivers receive hands-on guidance and support.
Our social skills groups provide a structured yet fun environment where children can practice communication, cooperation, and problem-solving with peers, guided by experienced professionals.
Specialized preschool and kindergarten programs that focuses on foundational skills in communication, play, and social interaction. Through engaging activities and a nurturing approach, we help little ones build confidence, independence, and a love for learning.
What does a day of ABA include?
To ensure high-quality care that delivers results, our ABA therapy team gets to know your child and designs tailored plan. Our office then works with families to establish a weekly schedule. Typically, the schedule will include mornings, afternoons, a full day, or after school.
Your child’s day and goals might look different. Here is an example of a full day for our earliest learners and how we integrate play and time with peers:
MORNING
- Arrival & Morning Routine: Greet therapists & peers, and help put belongings away.
- Skill Building through Play: Targeted goals embedded naturally through play.
- Snack Time: Encouraging interactions with peers, targeted feeding goals & self-help skills.
- Outdoor Play: Playground time and movement-based activities with peers
- Group Activities & Social Skills: Group games, art, music, stories, and more!
LUNCH or DEPARTURE
- Encouraging interactions with peers, feeding goals & self-help skills.
AFTERNOON
- Leisure and Self-Guided Play: Activities that promote leisure skills and independent play.
- Daily Living Skills: Tasks like Handwashing, getting dressed, brushing teeth integrated through structured practice and play.
- Group Learning Opportunities: Activities that promote critical thinking and teamwork.
- Snack Time: Encouraging interactions with peers, targeted feeding goals & self-help skills.
- Sensory Integration: Sensory breaks or sensory integration activities.
- Parent Involvement & Departure: Parents can join the session to learn and review the day.
