Ask an Expert: All About Applied Behavior Analysis

Hopebridge Chief Science Officer Adam Hahs Answers Common Questions About ABA Therapy

If you have a child who was recently diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) – or maybe you are still awaiting a diagnostic evaluation – you may have heard about applied behavior analysis, also known as ABA therapy.

Whether you got word about ABA from a pediatrician, a friend or a quick Google search, chances are you still have questions. To give you a brief overview, we sat down with Hopebridge Chief Science Officer Adam D. Hahs, Phd. As a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA-D) at the doctoral level having worked in the field since 2008, Dr. Hahs has studied where ABA therapy comes from, what it’s used for, and how it has evolved since its inception.

Top Searched ABA Questions

Watch the video with Dr. Hahs as he answers some of the most searched questions about ABA therapy, including:

“What is ABA therapy?”

“Is ABA therapy only for autism?”

“Is ABA therapy evidence-based?”

“Is ABA therapy ethical?”

Learn More About How ABA Therapy Can Support Your Child and Family

How does Hopebridge approach ABA therapy? Dr. Hahs notes in the video that listening is key to progressive, compassionate and assent-based practices, which Hopebridge strives for in our services.

“Listen first and then incorporate change as a function of what the consumer is saying, only making ABA better,” said Dr. Hahs. “That’s the end game—to help everyone kind of rise to the best versions of themselves.”

Have more questions about ABA therapy or other services for children with autism or developmental delays? The Hopebridge website covers a range of topics from thought leaders within the pediatric therapy space, from diagnostic testing and speech delays to pediatric therapy services and insurance coverage in specific states.

As Dr. Hahs notes, every child’s journey with autism is unique, so to learn more about the opportunities available to support your family, contact us directly and our team will help you navigate your options.

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