ABA Therapy Assessment

A child may cover their ears when the vacuum starts, a toilet flushes, people sing “Happy Birthday,” or a crowded room becomes noisy. Some children react only to extremely loud sounds, while others appear uncomfortable around everyday noises that do not seem loud to anyone else. Covering the ears can be a child’s way of protecting themselves from a sound that feels painful, overwhelming, frightening, or unpredictable. It can also communicate, “This is too much,” particularly

Hearing your child repeat a question instead of answering it—or recite the same line from a television show throughout the day—may leave you wondering what the repetition means. This type of repeated speech is often called echolalia. While it is commonly associated with autism, echolalia can occur during typical language development and in children with other communication or developmental differences. Most importantly, repeated language is not always random or meaningless. I

Leaving the playground, turning off a favorite show, getting ready for school, or moving from playtime to dinner may seem like ordinary parts of the day. For some children, however, these transitions can lead to crying, yelling, dropping to the floor, running away, or other intense reactions. Transition-related meltdowns often happen because a child is struggling to stop one activity, understand what is happening next, communicate how they feel, or cope with an unexpected cha

Calling your child’s name and receiving no response can be confusing or concerning. You may wonder whether your child cannot hear you, is too focused on an activity, does not understand what you are saying, or is showing a possible developmental difference. Children may not respond to their names for several reasons. An occasional lack of response is not necessarily cause for concern, especially when a child is tired, distracted, or deeply engaged in play. However, consistent

For many families, beginning ABA therapy starts with a simple question: "What happens during the assessment?" If your child has recently been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or has been referred for ABA therapy, it's completely normal to feel uncertain about the evaluation process. Understanding what to expect can help you feel more comfortable and confident as you take the next step toward support for your child. An ABA therapy assessment is designed to help th