Frequently Asked Questions

ABA-based parent coaching is a collaborative service that teaches parents practical strategies grounded in the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). The goal is to help you better understand your child’s behavior, build communication and daily living skills, and reduce challenging behaviors in your home and community.

Parent coaching is designed to support and educate caregivers rather than provide direct therapy to your child. During coaching sessions, you will learn how to use evidence-based strategies in everyday routines. This service is not a substitute for ABA therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, or medical care.

Parent coaching is ideal for:

-Parents of children with autism, developmental delays, or intellectual and developmental disabilities

-Families who are waiting to begin therapy services

-Parents who want to feel more confident managing behaviors at home

-Families seeking practical support with communication, routines, and independence

-Caregivers who want guidance without committing to intensive therapy services

Parent coaching can help with:

- Tantrums and meltdowns

- Difficulty with transitions

- Aggression, hitting, biting, or property destruction

- Communication challenges

-Toilet training

- Sleep routines

- Daily routines such as dressing, bathing, and mealtime

- Teaching independence and self-help skills

- Sibling and family stress related to challenging behavior

No. A formal diagnosis is not required. Parent coaching can benefit any family seeking evidence-based strategies to support their child’s behavior, communication, and daily functioning.

Parent coaching is available for families with children of all ages, from toddlers through adolescence.

Yes. While many families I support have children with autism or intellectual and developmental disabilities, ABA principles can be used to address a wide range of behavioral and developmental concerns.

Sessions are individualized to your family’s needs and may include:

- Reviewing current concerns and progress

- Identifying why behaviors are occurring

- Teaching practical strategies

- Modeling how to implement techniques

- Developing visual supports and routines

- Troubleshooting challenges between sessions

- Creating step-by-step action plans

All parent coaching sessions are conducted virtually, allowing families to receive support from the comfort of their home.

Sessions are 60 minutes unless otherwise specified in your package.

Most families choose weekly or biweekly sessions, depending on the level of support they need. Recommendations are made during your consultation based on your goals.

In most cases, coaching sessions are focused on working directly with caregivers. Your child may be present if helpful for observation, modeling, or practicing strategies.

Every child and family is different. Some parents notice improvements within a few weeks, while more complex concerns may require ongoing support. Progress depends on consistent implementation of the strategies discussed during sessions.

Yes. Families may receive visual supports, data sheets, checklists, and other practical tools to help implement strategies at home.

Yes. Parent coaching can complement existing services by helping you better understand and generalize the strategies your child is learning in therapy.

Parent coaching is an excellent option for families waiting to start ABA, speech, occupational therapy, or other developmental services.

Parent coaching is a private-pay service, non-medical service and is not billed through insurance.

Yes. A complimentary consultation is required before enrolling in ongoing coaching services. This helps determine whether parent coaching is a good fit for your family and allows us to discuss your goals.

Sessions may be rescheduled or canceled with at least 24 hours’ notice. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice may result in forfeiture of the session fee unless extenuating circumstances apply.

Some families benefit from just a few sessions, while others prefer ongoing support. Package options are designed to provide flexibility based on your needs and goals.

Yes. Information shared during coaching sessions is kept confidential except where disclosure is required by law.

Parent coaching can provide guidance for many challenging behaviors. However, if your child engages in behaviors that pose an immediate risk to themselves or others, more intensive clinical services may be recommended.

The first step is to schedule a free consultation. We’ll discuss your concerns, goals, and whether parent coaching is the right fit for your family.