Every child develops and learns in their own way. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy provides individualized support to help children develop new skills, increase independence, and thrive in everyday life. Our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) work closely with each child and family to understand individual strengths and needs, identify factors that may be influencing behavior, and develop a personalized treatment plan. At Handprints, ABA therapy uses proven, research-based strategies to build meaningful skills, encourage positive behavior, and support greater independence—all in a supportive, engaging, and collaborative environment.
Not Sure If ABA Is the Right Fit?
You don’t need to have all the answers before reaching out. If your child is experiencing challenges with communication, behavior, social interaction, or daily activities, our team can help you explore whether ABA or other supports may be beneficial and develop a personalized roadmap based on your child’s strengths and needs.
Information About Our ABA Program
What is ABA?
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- A scientific approach to understanding and changing behavior
- Recognized as a research-based, best practice treatment
- Endorsed by many state and federal agencies including the Surgeon general, American pediatrics association, and American psychological association
- Flexible and effective – targets your child’s behaviors and teaches skills where they naturally occur
Who Benefits from ABA?
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- Any child who has challenging behaviors that are interfering with success
- ABA is not just for children with Autism or developmental disabilities
How Does ABA Therapy Work?
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- Scientific approach to therapy that is unique for each child
- Focus areas include:
- Communication and language skills
- Social skills
- Repetitive behaviors and restricted interests
- Play and motor skills
- Self-care and independent living skills
- Toilet training
- Feeding skills
- Individual treatment plans built based on assessments/evaluations
How Do ABA + SPOT Therapists Work Together?
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- Multidisciplinary approach for more effective therapy sessions
- Therapists can work as a team to “co-treat” your child’s challenges
- Flexible combination of therapy types
ABA Toilet Training
Using the toilet is an important life skill for independent living, boosting self-confidence, enhancing the quality of life, and integrating into educational and social environments. Children with Autism have unique challenges that can make ABA Toilet Training all the more daunting for parents and caregivers. For this reason, traditional approaches to toilet training may not always be effective. This is where Handprint Therapies’ applied behavioral analysis (ABA) programs come in. Our BCBAs teach ABA Toilet Training using scientifically-proven, data-driven strategies tailored to each child based on their unique needs and skills. These highly trained professionals then use a multidisciplinary approach collaborating with you and their medical specialists to give your child the tools they need to feel comfortable using the bathroom.
What is ABA Potty Training?
ABA for toilet training helps when general toilet training strategies have failed. Or if your child is not meeting milestones, or received an ASD diagnosis, there may be additional barriers that are preventing successful toilet training. Handprint Therapies’ board-certified behavior analysts (BCBA) use a variety of scientifically proven behavioral development strategies to teach your child how to comfortably use the toilet. Since there are a variety of techniques, our trained BCBAs will identify which methods will be the most appropriate and effective for your child based on what skills they already have, then tailor a specific training program to their unique challenges. This program is also designed to work in conjunction with our comprehensive full-day or half-day ABA programs that teach all the other necessary skills for your child to be successfully potty trained and lead more fulfilling lives.
Who Can ABA Potty Training Help?
Many children with ASD and other challenges learn to use the toilet at a later age than other children. Possible reasons include:
- Sensory Overload
- Physical Limitations & Limited Motor Skills
- Language Delays
- Barriers to Independently Dressing and Undressing
- Body Cues & Body Awareness Issue
- Fears
- Need for Sameness
- Restricted And Repetitive Behaviors
- Gastrointestinal Problems & Constipation
Whatever the reason, the team at Handprint Therapies is here to help your child overcome this challenge and feel more comfortable using the bathroom.
Handprint Therapies’ Toilet Training ABA Program
Initial Assessment
At Handprint Therapies, every ABA Toilet Training plan/session is uniquely tailored to each kid. Instead of just using a bunch of general strategies, we begin our ABA potty training by first completing a full analysis to understand each unique issue your child is facing. We will first rule out any medical issues then start gathering data and analyzing the skill deficits, function of behaviors, and motivation of your child to figure out what all of the barriers are to their ABA Toilet Training.
Customized ABA Potty Training Therapy
Using our BCBA’s initial assessment, we will use this data to fine-tune your child’s ABA toilet training program. The data will indicate when accidents or wet and dirty diapers are more likely to occur during certain times such as after liquids and meals and/or during certain times of the day. We can then develop a toileting schedule around the times that the child is most likely to void/bm and help them establish a routine and learn the necessary skills.
In conjunction with their full-day or half-day sessions, your child’s toilet training ABA program can help them develop all the necessary skills to effectively use the potty including
- Functional Communication & Language Skills
- Following Instructions
- Gross Motor Skills
- Imitation
Ready To Help Your Child Thrive?
At Handprints, our Board Certified Behavior Analysts recognize that each child has distinctive needs. That’s why our Colorado-based team creates individual ABA therapy treatment plans customized to each patient’s unique challenges. Curious about how we can help your child? Contact our team for more information on how we can help your child better succeed in life.