Understanding ABA (for parents and caregivers)

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a way of helping children learn and grow by focusing on how behavior works. At its heart, ABA is about teaching skills step by step and celebrating progress along the way.

Here’s what makes ABA meaningful for families:

• Practical & Everyday: ABA isn’t just therapy in a clinic—it’s strategies you can use at home, school, or in the community.

• Positive Reinforcement: Children are encouraged through rewards and praise, making learning fun and motivating.

• Individualized Support: Every child is unique, so ABA programs are tailored to their strengths, challenges, and goals.

• Building Independence: ABA helps children learn skills like communication, social interaction, and self-care, which support confidence and independence.

• Family Involvement: Parents and caregivers are an important part of the process, learning strategies to support their child’s growth every day.

Think of ABA as a toolbox filled with practical strategies that help children build skills, reduce challenges, and thrive in their own way.