When your child begins ABA therapy, the goal isn’t just progress—it’s purpose. It’s helping your child live a meaningful, fulfilling life, one that aligns with your hopes as a parent and, most importantly, your child’s own aspirations. But how do we get there?
We get there together.
ABA therapy isn’t something that happens in a vacuum. It’s not just about the hours your child spends with a technician. The magic really starts to happen when everyone—family, technicians, and clinicians—works as a team.
Families: The First and Forever Experts
You know your child best. You know what calms them when they’re overwhelmed, what brings them joy, what motivates them, and what can trigger frustrations. You know the little things that others might miss. That knowledge is invaluable.
Because you are with your child more than any of us ever will be, your role in ABA is not just important—it’s essential. When we, as a team, share ideas, collaborate, and communicate openly, we can take the strategies and skills from therapy and bring them into the real world—into your home, your routines, and your daily life.
Clinicians: The Guiding Experts in ABA
Supervising clinicians are highly trained experts in behavior analysis. Their role is to assess, guide, and support both the technician and the family. They work to build individualized goals tailored to your child’s needs and your family’s vision.
But they can’t do this alone. They rely on open and honest communication with you. Your input helps shape programming, and your feedback helps us know when something is (or isn’t) working.
Together, we create goals that matter—not just on paper, but in life.
Behavior Technicians: The Heart of Therapy
Our ABA technicians work closely with your child, often for 15 to 40 hours a week. They are there to teach, guide, and reinforce. But they’re also building trust, connection, and understanding. Over time, they learn so much about who your child is—not just how they behave, but what makes them shine.
Their observations and attention to detail help inform the entire care team. They bring back insights that help our clinicians fine-tune goals and create more meaningful interventions.
Technicians are the day-to-day changemakers, and their consistency and compassion are critical to your child’s progress.
The Power of Teamwork
When families, technicians, and clinicians are aligned, everything changes. We’re not just targeting behavior—we’re building skills. We’re not just teaching responses—we’re helping your child learn, grow, and thrive. We’re building a foundation that will help your child generalize what they learn and maintain those gains long-term.
This is why we encourage family engagement, collaboration, and connection. Because real progress isn’t made alone—it’s made together.
ABA therapy is a journey—and like any meaningful journey, it’s most effective when we walk it together. Whether you’re just beginning services or have been walking this path for a while, know this:
- You are an essential part of your child’s therapy team.
- We value your voice, your knowledge, and your dreams for your child.
- And we are so honored to walk this journey with you.
About the Author:
This blog was written by Laura Faust. Laura Faust is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and serves as the Area Director of Clinical Services, overseeing the Texas and New Mexico home markets. She received her Master’s in Education with an emphasis on Applied Behavior Analysis from Texas A&M University. Currently, Laura resides in San Antonio, TX, with her two children—her six-year-old son and eight-year-old daughter. She is passionate about supporting clients, families, and team members to help create meaningful and lasting change.