Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention
Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention (EIBI) involves the use of Applied Behavior Analysis in the treatment of the core deficits of Autism Spectrum Disorder in young children.
EIBI is delivered to children between 2 and 6 years of age and typically consists of 15-30 hours of 1:1 ABA therapy per week.
POPS ABA currently offers EIBI in Northern New Jersey, both in home and at our therapy center located in Verona, NJ. Complete our online Service Request Form to start your journey with POPS today!
Treatment Approach
Our EIBI program provides comprehensive one-to-one
treatment for young children diagnosed with ASD. The
porgram emphasizes a positive and systematic approach
to the treatment of the core deficits of ASD (i.e.,
language, socialization, and maladaptive behavior).
Treatment teams focus on creativity and flexibility,
in both the developement and implementation of each
learner's individualized treatment plan. The primary
aim of our EIBI program is to work towards 'closing
the gap' between the learner and their typically
developing peers, and teaching the necessary
skills to support them in reaching their full potential.
Functional skills are taught using behavioral
technolgies, including:
Verbal Behavior
Verbal Behavior is a functional approach to language that has been demonstrated to be effective in the teaching language and communication skills to individuals with autism. Whether your child communicates vocally or using a alternative system (e.g., PECS, Proloquo, sign), verbal behavior instruction focuses on teaching learners to effectively communicate their wants and needs, as well as establishing the foundational verbal repertoires necessary to engage in social interactions.
Discrete-Trial Instruction
Discrete Trial Instruction (DTI) is a teaching strategy that involves breaking down skills into smaller components. DTI is characterized by a highly structured, one-to-one teaching environment, in which verbal behavior and other developmental milestones are taught using the principles of learning and motivation.
Natural Environment Teaching
Natural Environment Teaching (NET) involves working in environments and settings that the child encounters in their everyday life. Typically conducted during play, an important component of NET is generalizing skills taught during discrete-trial instruction to more functional and meaningful settings.
Assessment
Intervention
Staff and Service
An inital assessment is conducted by a member of the POPS
clinical team prior to the child starting the program.
Assessments typically consist of parent/caregiver
interviews, observations, review of past medical
documentation related to the ASD diagnosis, and the
completion of relevent standardized and/or
criterion-referenced assessments
(e.g., VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, Vineland-3).
Results of the assessment, along with our
service recommendations, are summarized in the
form of a report and treatment plan that is submitted
to the insurance provider to secure funding.
ABA sessions are designed specifically for each child based on their treatment plan, and range in duration depending on their needs. Sessions typically consist of a combination of one-to-one and group teaching, in which they work on their individualized communication, socialization, and behavioral goals. Specific areas of treatment may include, developmental milestones, language & communication, play skills, social skills, pre-academic skills, self-help and daily living skills, and the reduction of problem behavior (e.g., tantrum, self-injury, aggression).
Sessions can be conducted in home or at our therapy center located in Verona, NJ, at times that are convenient to the families schedule.
Our highly skilled clincal team work in collaboration with families and other service providers in understanding the unique needs of each learner. We work to develop individualized educational programs that target meaningful and socially significant behavior change. EIBI programs consist of:
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®)
A Board Certified Behavior Analyst, or BCBA, is responible for the development of the learner's treatment plan, monitoring progress, and providing support and ongoing supervision to the behavior technicians. BCBAs are also responsible for communicating and collaborating with famalies and other service provides to ensure consitency of programing and effective generalization of skills. Our BCBAs hold a minimum of a master's degree in ABA, or relevent area (e.g., education, psychology), and have specifc training and experience in behavioral approaches to the treatment of ASD.
Visit our Meet the Team page to find out more about our BCBAs.
Behavior Technican (e.g., RBT®)
Behavior Technicians are responsible for implementing the skill acquistion and behavior reducation protocols specified by the learner's treatment plan. Behavior Technicians collect data on programs during each session and communicate directly with the BCBA regarding progress and/or areas of concern. Our Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT®) have a minimum of a bachelor's degree and have completed the 40 hour intensive training program, fieldwork, and examination, required by the BACB.
Eligibility
EIBI is available to children up to 6 years of age who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
If you are interested in receiving Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention services at POPS ABA, complete our online Service Request Form or give us a call on (973) 239-4797. We look forward to hearing from you!
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