Autism and ABA Services
Denali Care Services provides quality, compassionate services for individuals diagnosed with Autism or those who may be experiencing delays or deficits and may benefit from Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA.)
Our behavior analysts and technicians provide ABA services for clients in the comfort of their own homes, clinics, communities, and schools. We believe that all of the individuals have their own strengths that need to be built upon and not changed. We do not want to “cure” or “fix” anyone. We want to create independent and successful individuals in whatever way is most beneficial to them.
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech, and nonverbal communication. However, talking about what a person can’t do or do as well as their peers can be demoralizing. Here at DCS, we like to celebrate our differences as strengths. Those with ASD often excel in areas such as attention to detail, observations skills, creativity, integrity, resilience, and many more. We celebrate a different way of thinking and what that can add to the world we live in.
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech, and nonverbal communication. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) autism affects an estimated 1 in 54 children and 1 in 45 adults in the United States.
Applied Behavior Analysis at Denali Care Services
Applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy is an applied science, used for the treatment of autism and related learning or social disorders to reduce challenging behaviors and increase functional skills. ABA can teach many new behaviors that will help each individual meet their goals. Using fun and positive teaching styles, based on science and research, we can work on skills like helping to promote independence with daily living skills like toileting, dressing, eating, and personal hygiene as well as learning how to communicate with others, play and socialize with peers as well as help to teach stress reduction and coping skills during difficult situations. ABA is provided either one-on-one or in a group setting by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®) and a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT™) who will implement and take data on programs detailed in the treatment plan.
Our behavior analysts and technicians provide ABA services for clients in the comfort of their own homes, communities, and schools.
Applied Behavior Analysis at Denali Care Services
Applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy is an applied science, used for the treatment of autism and related learning or social disorders to reduce challenging behaviors and increase functional skills. Interventions based on the principles of ABA are evidence-based, with clearly defined procedures to address social, communication, behavioral, and self-help deficits. ABA is provided either one-on-one or in a group setting by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®) and a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT™) who will implement and take data on programs detailed in the treatment plan.
Our behavior analysts and technicians provide ABA services for clients in the comfort of their own homes, communities, and schools.
Denali Care Autism Services Process
Because autism is a spectrum disorder, each person has a distinct set of strengths and challenges. At DCS our approach is simple: PERSON-CENTERED AND INDIVIDUAL FIRST. We put our clients at the forefront of our decision making and involve them and their families in choosing the type of treatments they receive and what the ideal outcomes look like. See below for our client care process.
Denali Care Behavioral Health’s Autism Services Process
Because autism is a spectrum disorder, each person has a distinct set of strengths and challenges. We work closely with you and each individual to thoroughly understand those factors and design a customized plan to best help each individual succeed at home, school, and in their community. Our client care process may include:
- Assessment
Assessment of each child’s current skill functioning is provided by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®)
- Treatment plan
The treatment plan is used to define the individualized goals and objectives that are essential to long-term success.
- Progress Reports
Progress reports are used to keep families and funding sources up to date on progress and make modifications as needed to remain on track toward goals.
- Functional Behavior
Functional behavior assessments are conducted by a BCBA® who identifies when, where, and why a challenging behavior occurs in order to create function-based interventions.
- Behavior Intervention
Behavior intervention plans are used to identify challenging behaviors and details strategies to decrease and replace those behaviors based on their function.
- Supervision
Supervision is provided by a BCBA or a Board-Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA®)
- Program Updates and Modifications
Program updates and modifications are used to track mastered skills, program success, and continuously ensure relevance and progress towards goals.
- Electronic Data Collection
Electronic data collection is taken on each skill targeted utilizing tablets and specialized software built for maximum efficiency, accuracy, and transparency for families.
- Communication
We are committed to fostering clear and consistent communication with families as it is a vital component of your child’s success.
Our Team of Trained and Experienced Professionals Love What They Do
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In addition to embodying the mission, vision, and values, each professional has extensive job-related experience and training and receives comprehensive supervision and team support. Every employee undergoes a thorough background investigation and work reference check, rigorous training both upon hire and annually, and orientation to your child’s specific needs.
Our Team of Trained and Experienced Professionals Love What They Do
All of our professionals have an innate desire and commitment to help someone in need enjoy a better quality of life. Our people followed their hearts to get here. They are doing exactly what they were meant to do. And we back them every step of the way.
In addition to embodying the mission, vision, and values, each professional has extensive job-related experience and training and receives comprehensive supervision and team support. Every employee undergoes a thorough background investigation and work reference check, rigorous training both upon hire and annually, and orientation to your child’s specific needs.
A BCBA® is a masters-trained professional who administers, conducts, evaluates, and supervises your child’s ABA therapy. BCBAs must be Licensed Behavior Analysts (LBA) in the state of Hawai’i. A BCaBA® is a trained professional with an undergraduate degree or higher who works under the supervision of the BCBA® to implement all treatment programs approved by the BCBA, and to supervise the work of the Registered Behavior Technicians. An RBT® is a registered and trained paraprofessional who administers your child’s ABA therapy under the supervision of a BCBA® or BCaBA®. The CSM will match the right behavioral health professional to each student’s needs based on the teacher’s feedback, the number of contracted hours, and the student’s learning plan. A master’s-level BSM provides clinical supervision, oversight, support, training, and clinical expertise.
ABA Methodologies
DDTT is a teaching method using direct instruction and reinforcement to create clear contingencies that shape new skills.
ABA Methodologies
DTT is a teaching method using direct instruction and reinforcement to create clear contingencies that shape new skills.
- Errorless Teaching
Errorless teaching is a way of teaching that prevents a child from making mistakes as they are learning a new skill. The child is prompted to make the correct response immediately, ensuring a correct response each time. The prompt is then slowly faded in order to promote accuracy with the least amount of errors and frustration.
- Visual Support
Visual support refers to using a picture or other visual item to communicate with a child who has difficulty understanding or using language. Visual supports can be photographs, drawings, objects, written words, or lists.
- Differential Reinforcement
Differential reinforcement is used to reinforce behaviors we want to increase while withholding reinforcement from behaviors that may cause harm or can hinder a child’s success.
- Verbal Behavior
Verbal behavior encourages the child to learn language by connecting words to their purpose. The child learns that words can help them get desired objects or results. Verbal behavior programs teach why we use words and how they are useful in making requests and communicating ideas.
- Discrete Trial Teaching
Discrete trial teaching is a method of teaching in simplified and structured steps. Instead of teaching an entire skill in one go, the skill is broken down and built up using discrete trials that teach each step one at a time.
- Natural Environment Teaching (NET)
Natural Environment Teaching focuses on naturalistic learning through play or learning in the natural setting. This means that teaching isn’t just occurring at a desk or table located in a therapy room, but in a variety of settings.
- Pivotal Response Treatment
This play-based therapy targets pivotal areas of a child’s development instead of working on one specific behavior. Pivotal areas include motivation, response to multiple cues, self-management, and initiation of social interactions.
Individualized Care
At Denali Care Services, we treat every individual and their family as an extension of our own. Each individual’s developmental needs and safety are our highest priority. We customize teachings and interventions to maximize your individual strengths and implement approved methodologies and therapies for improving social skills, communication, and academic learning.
It is our collective goal to help each individual reach their highest potential. Depending on the age and ability of each child, the earliest portions of our autism services focus on basic verbal and non-verbal communication as tools for learning-readiness, including:
Individualized Care
At Denali Care Services, we treat every individual and their family as an extension of our own. Each individual’s developmental needs and safety are our highest priority. We customize teachings and interventions to maximize your individual strengths and implement approved methodologies and therapies for improving social skills, communication, and academic learning.
It is our collective goal to help each individual reach their highest potential. Depending on the age and ability of each child, the earliest portions of our autism services focus on basic verbal and non-verbal communication as tools for learning-readiness, including:
- Increasing communication
- Increasing participation in daily activities
- Eye contact
- Play skills
- Social engagement
- Toilet training
- Feeding concerns
- Gross and fine motor skills
- Sensory issues
- Challenging behaviors
- Daily living skills
Center-Based Services
Denali Care Services gives each individual a unique opportunity to build skills and interact with others in a fun and welcoming environment.
How Do I Access These Services for My Child?
It is likely that services for individuals with autism will be covered by a medical insurance provider, Medicaid, or TRICARE. We will help you navigate your options by working directly with your insurance provider to determine eligibility for benefits. Private pay is also accepted.
We recommend you speak to your child’s physician about prescribing ABA therapy. You may also qualify for services through your child’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) or school.
Center-Based Services
Denali Care Services gives each individual a unique opportunity to build skills and interact with others in a fun and welcoming environment.
How Do I Access These Services for My Child?
It is likely that services for individuals with autism will be covered by a medical insurance provider, Medicaid, or TRICARE. We will help you navigate your options by working directly with your insurance provider to determine eligibility for benefits. Private pay is also accepted.
We recommend you speak to your child’s physician about prescribing ABA therapy. You may also qualify for services through your child’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) or school.