What to Expect: Your Journey with ABA Therapy at Connected Kids
Starting ABA therapy in Haverhill, MA, or the Merrimack Valley is a significant milestone for your family. It is natural to feel a mix of hope and uncertainty about what daily life will look like once services begin.
At Connected Kids, we strive for transparency. Our goal is to make therapy feel like a natural, supportive extension of your child's day. Here is a breakdown of what you can expect when you join our community.
1. Therapy That Feels Like Play
For young children, the world is discovered through movement and curiosity. Our sessions are play-based and naturalistic, meaning we follow your child's lead. Instead of sitting at a desk, learning happens through:
Engaging Play: Building social and cognitive skills through toys and games.
Movement: Incorporating physical activity to keep children engaged and regulated.
Natural Routines: Practicing skills during snack time, transitions, or outdoor play.
2. Your Professional Support Team
Your child will be supported by a dedicated team of experts in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis:
Behavior Technicians (RBTs): These trained professionals work 1-on-1 with your child during daily sessions to implement their personalized program.
Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs): Our BCBAs design the individualized curriculum, supervise the technicians, and meet regularly with you to discuss progress.
3. Skill Areas We Target
Every program is customized, but we typically focus on five core pillars of development:
Functional Communication: Giving your child the tools to express their needs and thoughts.
Social & Play Skills: Learning how to interact with peers and engage in flexible play.
Daily Routines: Building independence in tasks like dressing, hygiene, and cleanup.
Flexibility: Helping children navigate changes in their environment with ease.
Emotional Regulation: Teaching healthy ways to process and manage big emotions.
4. Parents as Partners
We believe that parent involvement matters. You are the expert on your child. We work closely with families across Southern NH and Massachusetts to ensure that the progress made during sessions carries over into your evening and weekend routines. Through regular coaching and collaboration, we empower you with the same strategies our clinicians use.
Ready to Learn More in Haverhill, MA?
If you are ready to explore how ABA therapy can support your child’s growth, the team at Connected Kids is here to help. We are currently accepting new families in the Merrimack Valley and Southern NH regions with no waitlist.
Contact Us Today to schedule your initial consultation and take the first step toward progress.
