ABA Therapy

ABA therapy, or Applied Behavior Analysis, is used to change behaviors with positive reinforcement. Over time, ABA pediatrics has become the leading therapy for autism with the goal of minimizing self-harm behaviors and growing self-help skills such as personal care. ABA therapy is a crucial aspect of autism pediatric therapy that fosters basic skills such as listening, looking, imitating skills, reading, and toileting. ABA pediatrics is recommended by the Attorney General and other medical organizations such as the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), American Academy of Neurology and the Autism Society of America.

Occupational Therapy for Children

Many of our patients struggle with sensory integration, motor skills, and other sensory issues. In occupational therapy, children work with therapists to regulate reactions to external stimuli. As a result, children gain control of their bodies, reducing clumsiness, increasing hand-eye coordination, and reducing the anxiety that comes with new situations. Our occupational therapists work closely with children and families to create a skill set that works in therapy sessions and at home.

Therapy for Children

ABC-Pediatrics helps children work with their physical abilities to get the most out of their limitations. We work one-on-one with every child who requires physical therapy. The focus is gaining strength, mobility, gross and fine motor development, and posture. Treatment for children in pain or those suffering from an injury is also available.

Speech Therapy for Children

Establishing speech skills are vital for communication. First, ABC-Pediatrics evaluates patients to decide on what level of speech therapy is needed. Then, we shift the focus toward skills such as problem-solving, sign language, social skills and augmentative communication (such as PECs and computerized communication devices). Our therapists are also able to work on feeding skills and oral motor development.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is a powerful approach to autism therapy. CBT helps children regulate emotions, impulses, and anxieties. As a result, behavior drastically improves. Since anxiety, depression, and autism often present together, CBT helps reduce the common symptoms: meltdowns, outbursts, obsessions, and distractions. CBT also helps children regulate their emotions. ABC-Pediatrics strives to create stability in the lives of our patients. CBT is just one way we do that.

Working in the Community

At ABC-Pediatrics, we value family and community inclusion. We develop relationships with local schools, community organizations, medical professionals, hospitals, and psychologists. Navigating the world of autism services can be difficult. We help families by providing guidance, resources, support, and advocacy when needed. As your therapy team, we help you plan for your child’s future. Like our mission says, our goal is “To encourage, nurture and grow the potential within autistic children – one child, one family and one community at a time.”