“Play is the work of childhood”
-Mr. Fred Rogers
Play based ABA therapy
Learning should be fun! At Aspen ABA we believe in using a child’s play to teach them. By being interested in what they’re interested in, engaging in their play, and following their lead we are able to create a joyful and fun-filled therapeutic relationship.
Common skill areas include:
Communication: from increasing vocal communication to learning an alternative method of communication
Social skills
Coping skills
Play and leisure skills
Alternatives to challenging behaviors
Life skills: handwashing, toilet training, dressing, hygiene
Motivation based learning for tweens through adults
Working from a place of joy ensures older learners have autonomy while increasing their skills. Common skill areas include:
Social skills
Vocational skills including on site job support
Community learning: from navigating the bus system to calmly accompanying others at the store
Home living skills: cooking, cleaning, hygiene, financial literacy
Coping skills
Services provided for adults covered by insurance up to age 21 or privately funded.