Specialized Services
Specialized Services
Focused Expertise In ABA, ESDM, And Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
At My Empower Therapy, we are committed to providing specialized therapy services that cater to the unique needs of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. Our expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) ensures that each individual receives the most effective and scientifically proven treatments available.
Overview
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is a cornerstone of our therapeutic approach, designed to improve social, communication, and behavioral skills. Here’s how we implement ABA therapy:
- Assessment: We start by understanding the individual’s strengths, challenges, and personal goals. This initial evaluation helps tailor our approach to fit their specific needs.
- Goal Setting: Our therapists work with families to set clear and achievable goals, focusing on enhancing behavior, social interactions, and communication abilities.
- Intervention: We employ various evidence-based strategies, including:
- Positive Reinforcement: Rewarding desired behaviors to encourage their recurrence.
- Prompting and Fading: Providing guidance initially and gradually reducing assistance to foster independence.
- Shaping: Developing complex behaviors by reinforcing simpler, related actions.
- Chaining: Breaking down complex tasks into manageable steps for easier learning.
- Data Collection and Analysis: Continuous monitoring and analysis allow us to adjust strategies based on real-time progress and ensure the effectiveness of our interventions.
- Family Involvement: We actively involve parents and caregivers by providing them with tools and techniques to support ongoing learning and behavior management at home.
Goals Of ABA Therapy
It is important to note that Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy at My Empower Therapy is always administered by certified professionals, including Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA), ensuring the highest standards of care and efficacy.
- Enhance communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal.
- Improve social interactions and build meaningful relationships.
- Increase adaptive behaviors essential for daily living.
- Reduce problematic behaviors that may hinder personal growth.
- Foster independence and self-advocacy.
Explore more for Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy
Our ABA programs are implemented by highly skilled BCBA’s (Board Certified Behavior Analysts), trained therapists or behavior analysts. The effectiveness of ABA interventions can vary depending on factors such as the individual’s age, severity of symptoms, and consistency of implementation.
Parent-Mediated Interventions: Teaching parents strategies to support their child’s development and behavior can be highly effective. Parent training programs often incorporate elements of ABA and focus on teaching parents how to implement interventions in the home environment.
Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention (EIBI): This intensive form of ABA is often initiated in early childhood, typically before the age of five, and involves a high level of therapist involvement and structured teaching to target core deficits in communication, social skills, and behavior.
The Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) is an evidence-based intervention specifically designed for young children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) between the ages of 12 and 48 months. It combines elements of developmental and behavioral approaches and is delivered in a play-based, naturalistic setting. The ESDM aims to promote social communication, language, and cognitive skills while also addressing challenging behaviors.
