Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapists in 33160
Parakletos Therapeutic Services & Discipleship
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Miami Beach, FL 33160 (Online Only)
Willing to work, open-minded, and eager to learn and grow. They might be facing various challenges in their personal or professional life, such as improving relationships, battling depression, managing stress or anxiety, or seeking personal fulfillment. Their needs would include guidance, support, and practical tools to overcome obstacles, and achieve their goals with a biblical perspective. They might want to develop self-awareness, enhance their communication skills, or cultivate a greater sense of purpose. Ultimately, they want to create positive changes that align with their values and aspirations, leading to greater happiness.
Willing to work, open-minded, and eager to learn and grow. They might be facing various challenges in their personal or professional life, such as improving relationships, battling depression, managing stress or anxiety, or seeking personal fulfillment. Their needs would include guidance, support, and practical tools to overcome obstacles, and achieve their goals with a biblical perspective. They might want to develop self-awareness, enhance their communication skills, or cultivate a greater sense of purpose. Ultimately, they want to create positive changes that align with their values and aspirations, leading to greater happiness.
Marie Acevedo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
North Miami Beach, FL 33160 (Online Only)
www.marielmhc.com
www.marielmhc.com
Ivy Mairura
Counselor, LMHC, MS, DMin
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Golden Beach, FL 33160 (Online Only)
Change takes courage, it takes patience, and it takes perseverance. I believe that your pain, viewpoint and struggles are unique to you. With a direct understanding of the diversity of issues that you experience, I am here to help you take charge of your mental health. I sympathize with the collective experience and empathize with the personal experiences that you go through. It is important to know that counseling is a collaborative journey that requires honesty, vulnerability, and patience. I am happy that you are here taking the first step.
Change takes courage, it takes patience, and it takes perseverance. I believe that your pain, viewpoint and struggles are unique to you. With a direct understanding of the diversity of issues that you experience, I am here to help you take charge of your mental health. I sympathize with the collective experience and empathize with the personal experiences that you go through. It is important to know that counseling is a collaborative journey that requires honesty, vulnerability, and patience. I am happy that you are here taking the first step.
Eduardo Leal
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT, BCBA
Verified Verified
Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
I perceive psychotherapy as a process of teamwork, sharing of power, and ensuring that clients have a sense of hope. There is no single way to live one's life and, as a clinician, I respect when my patients believe they are sufficiently on track. I also offer comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations. These evaluations are commonly used to detect dementia, adult ADHD, learning disorders, and is used to support diagnosis such as Alzheimer's disease and Traumatic Brain Injury. At my practice, we offer comprehensive, personalized programs to help you build a stronger future and sustain it.
I perceive psychotherapy as a process of teamwork, sharing of power, and ensuring that clients have a sense of hope. There is no single way to live one's life and, as a clinician, I respect when my patients believe they are sufficiently on track. I also offer comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations. These evaluations are commonly used to detect dementia, adult ADHD, learning disorders, and is used to support diagnosis such as Alzheimer's disease and Traumatic Brain Injury. At my practice, we offer comprehensive, personalized programs to help you build a stronger future and sustain it.
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Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapists
Who is ABA therapy for?
ABA therapy is most widely applied to teach basic behavioral, communication, and social skills to children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disorders. It may also be used to help people undergoing rehabilitation following brain injury. It uses reward-based learning techniques to impart essential life skills. ABA is also used in the treatment of some other conditions. One is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) , to help children overcome difficulties with concentration and controlling impulsive behaviors. For people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, it is sometimes used to help them overcome compulsive behavior. ABA therapy is also sometimes used in cases of PTSD, to help people turn to positive behaviours when they have experiences that trigger distressing memories.
Why do people need ABA?
Children with autism and other developmental disorders need ABA therapy as a way to learn how to communicate and engage with others, improve their general ability to function and lead fulfilling lives, and diminish dangerous behaviors. The techniques used in ABA therapy are based on established principles of learning, and positive reinforcement—supplying earned rewards—is an important strategy for motivating positive behaviour change.
What happens in ABA therapy?
The first thing that happens in ABA therapy is an evaluation of the child in service of developing a treatment plan. The therapist meets with the child’s parent(s) in order to learn about the family and the child, assesses the child’s behavior and ability level, and then creates a plan tailored to the specific needs of that person. Once the treatment goals are established, the skills to be learned are broken down into small, component steps. Treatment sessions focus on learning and practicing each step, and furnishing meaningful rewards as steps are learned, behaviors are spontaneously implemented, and goals are accomplished. ABA therapists also train caregivers and families so that behavioral progress occurs beyond the clinical setting.
What problems does ABA therapy treat?
One of the primary goals of ABA therapy is to decrease the outbursts and other nonproductive behaviors of children with autism. At the same time, ABA aims to remedy language deficits and help such children learn how to communicate successfully. ABA therapy helps children learn age-appropriate social skills and gain skills, such as attention and focus, that are necessary for school.