IN HOME AND SCHOOL ABA IN MIAMI-DADE, BROWARD AND PALM BEACH
What community-based ABA can help with
Some challenges don’t show up at home, they show up in public. Community-based support focuses on safety, independence, and behavior support in real-world settings.
- Difficulty in stores or restaurants (meltdowns, grabbing items, refusal)
- Unsafe behaviors in public (running off, not stopping, climbing)
- Transitions during outings (leaving places, waiting in lines)
- Tolerating “no,” delays, and changes in routine
- Communication in public (requesting help, asking for items appropriately)
- Social skills (greetings, turn-taking, playing near peers)
- Independence skills (walking with an adult, staying close, following rules)
- Practicing skills learned at home or school in real life
What sessions look like in the community
Community-based sessions are sometimes preplanned and structured. while at other times they are spontaneous outings. For both scenarios we are goal0oriented. We choose specific targets, practice skills step-by-step, and use strategies that are realistic for families to maintain.
Sessions might take place at a park, during a short store trip, on a walk in the neighborhood, or during another routine that matters to your family.
Why community practice matters
A child might do great at home but struggle in public because public settings have different rules: more noise, more waiting, more temptations, and less predictability. We help children practice skills until they can use them in different places with different people.
Safety comes first
When safety is a concern (for example, running off or not responding to “stop”), we prioritize a clear safety plan and consistent practice. We also work with caregivers so strategies are the same during real family outings.
How to get started
- Book an appointment so we can learn about your child and your goals.
- Insurance & paperwork (if applicable) to confirm benefits and next steps.
- Assessment and planning to identify priorities and build a clear treatment plan.
- Therapy begins with consistent sessions and measurable goals.
- Ongoing parent coaching so progress continues between sessions and over time.
- Study our behavior help blog for practical ideas and strategies, as well as theories to think about.
Areas we serve
We provide in-home services in North Miami-Dade, South Broward, and throughout the rest of South Florida. Click here for more info about the areas we serve.
We also offer in-home ABA therapy and community-based ABA services.
Insurance
We accept many commercial insurance plans, such as Florida Blue, Aetna, and Tricare. Coverage varies by plan. If you’re not sure whether services are covered, we’ll help you understand the next step. We also accept Step Up for Students with Unique Abilities.