What is ABA therapy?

ABA therapy has helped thousands of children with autism build skills that improve their lives.

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a powerful, science-backed intervention for children with autism.

Built on a deep understanding of how behavior works, ABA helps children learn new skills and reduce challenging behaviors.

How does ABA work?

ABA therapy uses positive reinforcement to help children learn new skills.

When your child does something you want to see more of, you celebrate it.

ABA takes this natural approach and makes it more intentional and consistent.

As ABA therapists, we focus on breaking down communication, self-regulation, and daily living skills into smaller, manageable steps, celebrating each success before moving on to the next goals in line.

What ABA looks like at Budding Success

At Budding Success, we harness the full power of ABA therapy and make it more:

Engaging

Personal

Progress-driven

How? By providing therapy in the setting where your child feels safest, happiest, and most comfortable — their own home, school, or daycare — and using your child’s favorite toys, foods, and activities as the foundation for growth.

It happens where your child feels at home.

Beginning with relaxed playtime, your child and their therapist build a warm relationship. Soon, that time becomes the ideal context for therapy, when your child’s therapist will gently introduce tiny steps toward complex skills — leading to significant breakthroughs over time.

Here is what step-by-step ABA breakthroughs look like:

A child who struggles with communication starts to point to what they want, then to use words, and eventually to have full conversations

A child who has frequent meltdowns learns to recognize their emotions and use simple calming strategies (taking deep breaths or finding a quiet space, for example) before they become overwhelmed

A child who struggles with daily routines learns to independently get dressed, brush their teeth, or use the bathroom on their own, one step at a time

In-home ABA therapy can help your child…

Communicate better

Explore new foods

Regulate their emotions

Navigate new places and circumstances

Behave appropriately in public settings

Increase eye contact

Accomplish daily tasks on their own

Connect with and make friends with others

How long does ABA therapy take to see a difference?

The amount of ABA therapy your child receives will depend on their individual needs. But across the board, consistency is key.

At Budding Success, children typically receive therapy for 4-8 hours per day. Your child’s exact schedule will be tailored to your family’s needs and preferences.

You’ll notice the difference in:

Many children show visible improvements within the first few months.

Others can take a few months longer to reach initial goals.

With every step forward, we celebrate how far your child has come — then look ahead to their next milestone.

Our goal: To keep progress moving and help your child achieve all they can.

Is ABA right for your child?

ABA therapy can benefit children with autism of all ages and ability levels.

Whether your child is nonverbal or highly verbal, whether they have challenging behaviors or seem to be developing typically in most areas, ABA can help them build the skills they need to be successful.

ABA therapy is likely a good fit for your child if:

They have difficulty with communication

They struggle with daily routines or transitions

They have frequent meltdowns or challenging behaviors

They need support with social skills or making friends