Behavioral therapy at Avant-Garde Behavioral Therapy uses the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA) to help young children, adolescents, and teenagers with autism, developmental disabilities, and behavioral challenges. Every plan is designed and supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to build communication and social skills and reduce behaviors that get in the way at home and at school. Call the Davie, Florida, office or visit our Get Started page to begin.
What is behavioral therapy?
Behavioral therapy at Avant-Garde uses applied behavior analysis (ABA), the science of behavior and learning, to help a child build helpful skills and reduce challenging behaviors, so they can better function at home, in school, and in social settings.
Avant-Garde Behavioral Therapy provides comprehensive and age-appropriate behavioral therapy sessions for children, teens and young adults up to age 21.
Programs are designed and supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and delivered one-on-one by trained Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs). BCBA-led parent training is part of every program, so families can support progress at home.
When should I consider behavioral therapy for my child?
Schedule a consultation at Avant-Garde Behavioral Therapy if your child is acting out or displaying other concerning behaviors, such as:
- Fear
- Anger
- Physical aggression
- Learning challenges
- Disruptive or risky behaviors
- Poor focus or inability to pay attention
A BCBA completes a behavioral assessment to observe your child’s behaviors and what happens before and after them. The BCBA can also meet with you and your child’s caregivers and teachers to learn more about the challenges your child faces.
Based on the results of the assessment, the BCBA designs a treatment plan with goals for your child’s communication, social and daily-living skills and behavior.
What can I expect during my child’s initial behavioral therapy session?
In the first sessions, your child’s therapy team gets to know your child through play and age-appropriate activities, such as toys, games, or drawing. This helps build trust and shows the team what motivates your child.
With older children, teens and young adults up to age 21, sessions focus on practical skills like communication, problem-solving, and handling everyday situations.
Your child’s team observes behaviors, collects data on progress, and teaches skills and strategies matched to your child’s age and level of understanding.
Your child’s BCBA also coaches you through parent training, so you can use the same strategies at home and help new skills carry over into everyday life.
Call Avant-Garde Behavioral Therapy at (954) 708-1661 or visit our Get Started page to begin.