What is In-Home ABA Therapy?
In-Home Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy brings professional, evidence-based behavioral intervention directly to your child's most familiar and comfortable environment—your home. This approach allows for naturalistic learning opportunities while maintaining the structure and consistency that ABA therapy requires.
Our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and Behavior Technicians (BTs) work collaboratively with your family to create an individualized treatment plan that addresses your child's unique strengths, challenges, and goals within the context of daily family life.
Why Choose In-Home ABA Therapy?
- Natural Environment: Learning occurs in the setting where skills will actually be used
- Family Involvement: Parents and siblings become active participants in the therapeutic process
- Comfort & Security: Children often feel more relaxed and confident in their own space
- Practical Application: Skills are taught and practiced in real-life situations
- Flexible Scheduling: Sessions can be arranged around your family's routine
- Generalization: Skills learned at home naturally transfer to daily activities
Our Comprehensive Approach
At NextStep Behavioral Solutions, our in-home ABA therapy program is designed to address multiple areas of development simultaneously. We understand that each child is unique, and our approach reflects this understanding through highly individualized programming.
Core Focus Areas
Communication & Language Development
We work on expanding verbal communication, improving non-verbal communication skills, developing functional communication systems, and enhancing social communication abilities.
Daily Living Skills
Our team focuses on independence in self-care activities, household routines, meal preparation skills, and age-appropriate responsibility development.
Social Skills & Play
We facilitate peer interactions, teach appropriate play behaviors, develop turn-taking and sharing skills, and foster meaningful relationships.
Behavioral Support
We address challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement strategies, teach replacement behaviors, and develop coping strategies for emotional regulation.
Our Proven Process
Every family's journey with us follows a carefully structured approach designed to maximize outcomes
Initial Consultation & Intake
We begin with a comprehensive discussion about your child's needs, family goals, and any concerns you may have. This free consultation helps us determine if our services are the right fit.
Insurance Verification & Authorization
Our team handles all insurance communications, verifies your benefits, and works to obtain the necessary authorizations for services to begin.
Comprehensive Assessment
A licensed BCBA conducts detailed assessments including direct observation, standardized tools, and parent interviews to develop a complete picture of your child's abilities and needs.
Individualized Treatment Planning
Based on assessment results, we create a customized treatment plan with specific, measurable goals that align with your family's priorities and your child's developmental needs.
Team Assignment & Introduction
We carefully match your family with qualified BTs who will implement the treatment plan under close BCBA supervision, ensuring the best therapeutic relationship.
Service Implementation
Regular therapy sessions begin in your home, with continuous data collection, progress monitoring, and program adjustments to ensure optimal outcomes.
What to Expect During Sessions
Our in-home ABA therapy sessions are designed to be engaging, structured, and tailored to your child's learning style and preferences. Each session builds upon previous learning while introducing new skills and concepts.
Typical Session Structure
- Preparation & Setup: Our therapist arrives with materials and prepares the learning environment
- Structured Learning Time: Focused skill-building activities using evidence-based ABA techniques
- Natural Environment Teaching: Practicing skills in everyday situations throughout your home
- Family Collaboration: Including family members in activities and providing coaching as needed
- Data Collection: Continuous tracking of progress on targeted goals
- Session Summary: Brief discussion of the session and any homework or practice recommendations
Family Involvement & Training
We believe that families are the most important part of a child's treatment team. Our approach includes regular family training sessions where we teach you the same techniques our therapists use, ensuring consistency across all environments and maximizing your child's progress.
Family training topics include:
- Understanding ABA principles and how they apply to daily life
- Implementing behavior support strategies
- Recognizing and reinforcing positive behaviors
- Creating structure and routines that support learning
- Generalizing skills across different settings and people
Scheduling & Logistics
We understand that every family has unique scheduling needs and constraints. Our in-home ABA therapy program is designed to be flexible while maintaining the consistency and intensity necessary for meaningful progress.
Session Frequency & Duration
- Individualized Hours: Session frequency is determined based on your child's needs, typically ranging from 10-40 hours per week
- Flexible Timing: Sessions can be scheduled during times that work best for your family, including after school, weekends, and school breaks
- Consistent Schedule: We work to maintain a regular schedule that provides predictability for your child while accommodating family commitments
- Holiday Considerations: Our team works around major holidays and family vacations with advance notice
Insurance & Financial Information
We accept New Hampshire Medicaid and work with many private insurance providers. Our billing team handles all insurance communications and will work with you to understand your benefits and any potential out-of-pocket costs.
- Pre-authorization assistance provided
- Regular communication with insurance providers
- Detailed progress reports for insurance reviews
- Private pay options available
- Flexible payment arrangements when needed
Measuring Success & Progress
At NextStep Behavioral Solutions, we believe in data-driven treatment that demonstrates clear, measurable progress toward your child's goals. Our comprehensive tracking and reporting system ensures transparency and accountability throughout the therapeutic process.
Progress Monitoring
- Daily Data Collection: Every session includes detailed data collection on targeted skills and behaviors
- Weekly Progress Reviews: Your BCBA reviews data weekly to assess progress and make program adjustments
- Monthly Reports: Comprehensive progress reports are provided monthly to families and shared with insurance providers
- Quarterly Assessments: Formal reassessments every three months to update goals and treatment plans
- Regular Team Meetings: Scheduled meetings with your BCBA to discuss progress, concerns, and upcoming goals
Goal Setting & Modification
Goals are continuously reviewed and updated based on your child's progress and changing needs. We work collaboratively with families to ensure that treatment goals remain relevant, achievable, and aligned with family priorities.
Quality Assurance & Supervision
Our commitment to excellence means that every aspect of your child's treatment is carefully supervised and monitored by our experienced clinical team.
Clinical Supervision
- BCBA Oversight: All services are supervised by Board Certified Behavior Analysts
- Regular Observations: Direct observation of therapy sessions to ensure quality and fidelity
- Ongoing Training: Continuous professional development for all team members
- Parent Feedback: Regular collection of family feedback to inform service delivery
- Treatment Integrity: Systematic monitoring to ensure programs are implemented as designed
Ready to Get Started?
Taking the first step toward ABA therapy can feel overwhelming, but our team is here to guide you through every part of the process. We're committed to making the experience as smooth and supportive as possible for your entire family.
Contact us today to schedule your free consultation and learn more about how our in-home ABA therapy services can benefit your child and family. We look forward to being part of your child's journey toward reaching their full potential.