Q; What is Applied Behavior Analysis?

A: Applied Behavior Analysis is a science and evidenced based therapy that strives to determine the reasoning or function behind behaviors. Focus of therapy includes strengthening deficit areas to help increase the quality of life for individuals. These areas may include:

• Communication

• Conversation

• Social interactions

• Play skills

• Self-help skills

• Self-management

• Safety

Behaviors of concern are targeted by teaching alternative but functionally equivalent behaviors, ultimately reducing the need to engage in the behaviors of concern. These may include:

• Aggression

• Self injury

• Elopement

• Property Destruction

• Some stereotypical behaviors

Q: Which insurance plans are accepted?

A: At this time, we are in-network with:

• Tricare

• Anthem Commercial Plans

• Anthem Healthkeepers Plus (Medicaid)

• *Private pay option is available as well. Please reach out for more information.

Q: Can providers provide support at school?

A: Most VA public schools will not allow support aids within the classroom. Some private schools and preschools/daycares will allow BCBA’s to come provide support within the classroom setting, especially around the areas of safety and social interaction with peers. If your child’s school is one that prohibits behavioral support from outside providers, PBS is happy to collaborate however possible with the school and ANY other related services providers such as Speech and Occupational Therapy.