Behavior Analysis, Inc. is a leading consultation firm providing language training to persons with speech delays, autism or related disorders. We were among the very first to utilize an integrated verbal behavior and discrete trials approach. This is a highly successful method for teaching language and functional communication to children with speech delays. Many children have come to us with little or no language skills, often after months or years of traditional therapy, and have left us virtually indistinguishable from their peers.

Language and Learning Assessment
All children referred for language training receive a complete assessment of their existing language skills. In addition, many other skills related to cooperation, learning, and behavior are assessed. The results of this assessment form the basis for the child's individualized language program.

The Language Program
Based upon the results of the comprehensive assessment, an individualized language-training program is developed. The language program generally consists of specific teaching protocols in 5-10 areas in which the child is delayed. Each teaching protocol consists of specific teaching and data collection methods. All persons involved in the language-training program are thoroughly trained on carrying out each protocol correctly.

Data Based Decision Making
Unlike many traditional language programs, we use empirical data to guide our treatment decisions. Daily progress data are collected on each skill targeted for intervention. We use these data to ensure we are continually making progress on each goal.

Program Monitoring and Modification
Each child's language program is reviewed frequently (usually weekly) to ensure that optimal progress is being obtained. A Board Certified Behavior Analyst reviews the data on each program being implemented and determines whether each program should be continued, modified, placed on maintenance, discontinued, or another program developed. The Behavior Analyst also periodically monitors each therapist's performance as they implement the programs and provides corrective feedback, if necessary. Such careful monitoring is central to our great success.

Training in the Natural Environment
We believe that optimal progress requires teaching to occur as part of the child's natural day-to-day activities, as well as in specific training sessions. Therefore, we systematically implement training session in the child's natural environment. We also encourage significant others (family, teachers, etc.) to do likewise. To this end, we offer training to these persons in our specialized teaching methods and in the child's specific learning programs.

Language Training Staff
Our language training programs are implemented by highly trained in-home (or in-school) Verbal Behavior Therapists. They have received specialized training and supervised experience in teaching language using the Applied Behavior Analysis (Verbal Behavior/Discrete Trials Training) approach. All programs are developed and supervised by Board Certified Behavior Analysts who have a specialization in teaching language to children with speech delays. These individuals have a masters or doctoral degree in Applied Behavior Analysis and have received advanced training and experience in Verbal Behavior.

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