Here are some questions you should consider asking the ABA provider during your first free consultation:
- How many therapists will be working with my child?
- What sort of training do your therapists receive? How often?
- How much direct supervision do your therapists receive from BCBAs weekly?
- How do you manage safety concerns?
- What does a typical ABA session look like?
- Do you offer home-based or clinic-based therapy?
- How do you determine goals for my child? Do you consider input from parents?
- How often do you re-evaluate goals?
- How is progress evaluated?
- How many hours per week can you provide ABA services?
- Do you have a wait list?
- How many BCBAs do you have on your staff?
- How many behavioral therapists do you have?
These questions can help you evaluate whether a provider will be a good fit for your family or not. Remember to trust your instincts as well!