Applied Behavior Analysis
Applied Behavior Analysis grounded in compassionate, individualized care. ABA applies psychological and learning theories to help children with autism acquire new skills, reduce challenging behaviors, and build independence at home, at school, and in the community.
About this service
Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition that includes differences in social communication and interaction, as well as restricted and repetitive behaviors. Each child with autism is a unique individual — and our ABA programs are tailored accordingly, not templated.
ABA at IPS is planned by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and carried out one-on-one by a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). Our focus is on language acquisition, classroom readiness skills like waiting and attending, and reducing aggression or self-injurious behaviors. Parent training is woven into every program so that skills learned in clinic carry over quickly to home and school.
Treatment plans include objective, measurable goals tied to each child's baseline and a clear standard for mastery. RBTs take data on every goal and report back to the supervising BCBA, so progress is always visible and the plan can be adjusted as the child grows.
Tailored to each child, not templated — because every child with autism is a unique individual.
What we help with
What to expect
- Review of prior evaluations, parent interview, and direct assessment of skills and behaviors by a BCBA
- Individualized treatment plan with objective, measurable goals and clear mastery criteria
- One-on-one sessions with an RBT, supervised by a BCBA — with peer interaction opportunities built in
- Ongoing parent training to generalize skills to home and school
Program options
Focused Treatment
8–20 hours/week of direct services provided by an RBT. Typically 1–3 skill domains or maladaptive behaviors are targeted.
Comprehensive Treatment
20–40 hours/week of direct services provided by an RBT. The BCBA assesses all skill domains and maladaptive behaviors and develops a plan to address all areas of need.
A path to independence
Services often begin with comprehensive treatment; as progress is made, families transition to focused treatment, then a consultation model until all pre-identified goals are met.
Who you'll work with
The team behind this service
Meet the dedicated providers who deliver ABA care every day.
Behavior Analysts
Rebecca "Becky" Kane
M.S., BCBA, LBA
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Behavior Analysts
Savannah Wilson
M.S., BCBA, LBA
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Behavior Analysts
Quentin Hutchinson
M.S., BCBA, LBA
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Behavior Analysts
Abby Ray
M.A., BCBA, LBA
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Behavior Analysts
Kara Fields
M.S., BCBA, LBA
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Behavior Analysts
Peyton Holland
M.S., BCBA, LBA
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