Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapists in 78232
Josephine Langham
LPC Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78232 (Online Only)
Sharing your story and asking for help can feel scary, and thats okay! I am here to listen. You may feel overwhelmed, discouraged, or lost in connecting to your authentic self. Feelings of guilt and shame may be making it hard to forgive yourself. Or difficulty finding motivation or a life transition has left you at a loss of control over your environment—unsaid expectations about how you "should" look or feel left you exhausted. Or perhaps fear and anxiety are holding you back, making you feel stuck. If so, I am here to help. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood while you heal.
Sharing your story and asking for help can feel scary, and thats okay! I am here to listen. You may feel overwhelmed, discouraged, or lost in connecting to your authentic self. Feelings of guilt and shame may be making it hard to forgive yourself. Or difficulty finding motivation or a life transition has left you at a loss of control over your environment—unsaid expectations about how you "should" look or feel left you exhausted. Or perhaps fear and anxiety are holding you back, making you feel stuck. If so, I am here to help. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood while you heal.
Rachel Schafer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78232 (Online Only)
I partner with adults who are frustrated with their sleep & desperate for more restful nights. Together, we can collaborate to ensure you get the restorative sleep you need. As a sleep therapist, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and specialize in identifying and addressing the root causes of your insomnia. CBT-I is the most effective treatment for insomnia and often only takes 8-10 sessions.
I partner with adults who are frustrated with their sleep & desperate for more restful nights. Together, we can collaborate to ensure you get the restorative sleep you need. As a sleep therapist, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) and specialize in identifying and addressing the root causes of your insomnia. CBT-I is the most effective treatment for insomnia and often only takes 8-10 sessions.
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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.