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At our Boca Raton ABA center we offer specialized both in-home and clinic-based ABA therapy. We proudly serve Boca Raton and the surrounding communities of Delray Beach and Parkland, and beyond, with a dedicated team committed to helping children with ASD grow and thrive. Recognizing that every child has their own journey, our therapists create personalized programs that focus on the most important developmental goals in areas like behavior management, communication skills, and social interactions.
Our ABA clinic is more than just a place for therapy, it’s a welcoming environment where families can feel at ease. Whether it’s through our engaging clinic services, or customized in-home support, we are dedicated to making sure that every child gets the compassionate care they need. Working alongside parents and caregivers, our mission is to foster independence and improve the overall quality of life for our clients and their families.
Jessica “Jess” Vaughn is the Clinical Manager for Palm Beach, Florida. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Licensed Behavior Analyst in New York State (LBA), a Registered Art Therapist (ATR), and a Board Certified Autism Practitioner (BCAP). With over a decade of experience, Jess has worked with children and families facing neurodevelopmental and autism spectrum disorders, supporting hundreds of families across the country before returning to her hometown of South Florida. Jess is wholeheartedly dedicated to providing high-quality ABA services and care to all families in need.
Our ABA clinic provides a structured and nurturing environment for children to develop essential developmental and age-appropriate skills. Through a combination of play–based and adult–directed activities, children learn communication, daily living, pre-academic, and social readiness. Our experienced team facilitates these sessions, helping your child build independence and confidence in a setting that mirrors real-world scenarios. Clinic–based service models include regular parent and caregiver training to maximize learning opportunities outside of structured ABA Therapy sessions.
In-home ABA therapy services target socially significant skills within the home environment. This approach targets communication, daily routines, and addresses specific challenges like communication, activities of daily living, and behavior management within a familiar home environment. Our team works closely with families to create personalized interventions, so we enhance engagement and foster independence within the home setting. Home–based service models include regular parent and caregiver training to maximize learning opportunities outside of structured ABA Therapy sessions.
Our In-school ABA therapy services provide vital support within both public and private school settings. In addition to providing direct services to your child, our team works closely with teachers and school staff to develop strategies that help with skill development and promote positive peer interactions. By integrating ABA principles into the school day, we enhance students’ learning experiences and support their success. When appropriate, in-school service delivery models include regular parent and caregiver training to maximize learning opportunities outside of structured ABA Therapy sessions.
Social group services focus on developing interpersonal skills through structured and safe peer interactions. In these sessions, children engage in activities that help to encourage cooperation, communication, and relationship-building. Team members guide structured activities to help children practice and refine their social abilities in a supportive and controlled environment. When appropriate, social skills service delivery models include regular parent and caregiver training to maximize learning opportunities outside of structured ABA Therapy sessions.
Are you ready to begin ABA therapy in Boca Raton? Our dedicated team is here to help your child build the skills they need to thrive. Contact us today at 855-444-5664 to learn more about our services and schedule a consultation. We look forward to partnering with your family on this important journey!
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a proven, science-based therapy designed to improve behaviors and skills in individuals with autism and developmental conditions. By applying research-backed techniques, ABA helps increase positive behaviors, reduce challenging behaviors, and foster independence in everyday life.
As one of the most effective therapies for autism, ABA is often tailored to the unique needs of each individual. Early intervention can maximize progress, with personalized strategies focusing on communication, social interaction, and learning. Families and caregivers play a vital role in the process, working closely with ABA professionals to achieve meaningful results.
If you’re looking for evidence-based autism therapy to help your loved one thrive, ABA offers a pathway to long-term success and growth.
ABA is a one-on-one therapy focusing on several related goals. It helps children with autism spectrum disorder to:
To achieve these goals, ABA therapy uses positive reinforcement, teaches behavior-consequence relationships, and encourages positive change.
The ABCs of ABA are key components of our approach:
By helping children grasp these concepts, we empower them to navigate their environments more effectively.
We start by creating a customized treatment plan for each child, with specific behavioral change goals. Family involvement is crucial in developing these goals. Our planning considers each child’s unique needs, skills, interests, and preferences, focusing on:
Goals are broken into small, incremental steps, with regular progress assessments to adapt to each child’s strengths and weaknesses.
ABA sessions fall into two categories:
Discrete Trial Training (DTT): Similar to a school day, where a therapist works one-on-one with a child on specific tasks, providing positive reinforcement for achievements.
Natural Environment Training (NET): More play-based, helping children navigate everyday situations and ensuring skills translate effectively to real-life scenarios.
Throughout the process, we keep families involved and informed, celebrating progress and addressing challenges together. ABA isn’t just about teaching skills – it’s about opening up new possibilities for your child’s development and independence.
Boca Raton ABA services are highly specialized and evidence-based to help children with autism learn the skills and tools needed to succeed not just in treatment but in everyday life. ABA therapy can help your child develop flexibility, social skills, and language skills — all while reducing behaviors that can interfere with their progress.
With Boca Raton ABA Services, our team can help your child learn these skills in our clinic, and then be there to help them apply them in the real world.
ABA — short for applied behavior analysis — follows a structured program designed specifically for your child. Kids with autism face a variety of challenges, roadblocks, and behavioral patterns that can be worked through with the help of trained clinicians and therapists.
ABA has four primary goals:
In order to clearly understand where each child struggles, our team first analyzes their behavior closely. Do they struggle with social interactions or with switching tasks? What triggers challenging behaviors? How can our team work to promote change?
Behaviors are always triggered by something, either in the environment or within the child. By identifying what causes the problematic behavior, our team can work on building solutions that can circumvent problems.
The consequences of a child’s actions can either reinforce a behavior or make it less likely to occur. Understanding how children react to these consequences is an important component of the treatment plan, and implementing effective consequences is part of the solution.
Once our team has identified the challenging behaviors and uncovered the causes that lead to them, we can implement scientifically supported solutions that create tangible change.
At Cultivate Behavioral Health & Education, our team works tirelessly to implement customized treatment plans that help your child work through their particular challenges.
When you’re ready to begin treatment for your child, reach out to our team. We have immediate openings that can help your child flourish despite their diagnosis.
At Cultivate Behavioral Health & Education, we know that hearing your child has autism can feel overwhelming. It’s natural to worry about their future and independence. We get it – that’s why our approach is built on compassion, teamwork, and a commitment to expert care. We believe supporting a child with autism is a team effort. By partnering closely with your family, we create a care plan as unique as your child. We use Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) as our guide – an evidence-based approach designed to spark real change and help your child develop important, everyday skills.
Our team is here to empower you, too. We want you actively involved in your child’s growth. By building trust and keeping communication open, we create an environment where kids can truly spread their wings and reach for the stars. At Cultivate, we’re committed to weaving equity, inclusion, and diversity into everything we do. We understand each family has its own story and challenges, so we’re always ready to adapt our services to fit your needs.
Our mission is simple but powerful: collaborating to improve lives with engaging, individualized, and compassionate care. We’re here to equip you with the tools and support to navigate life’s twists and turns confidently. Because with the right support, every child has the potential to bloom in their own unique way.
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