Changing how we think about changing behavior is crucial to any success we will have trying to change the behavior of others.
Evidenced-based ABA Treatment
Slocum, T. A., Detrich, R., Wilczynski, S. M., Spencer, T. D., Lewis, T., & Wolfe, K. (2014) define evidenced-based treatment as “decision-making in which practitioners integrate the best available evidence with client values/context and clinical expertise.”
The Key Connection Model combines ABA treatment with Positive Behavior Support {PBS} and motivational interviewing techniques to promote positive behavior change. Our integrated model teaches individuals the prerequisite self- regulation skills necessary to manage emotions in real-time, engage in meaningful relationships, and actively participate in a fulfilling life.
At the core of all challenging behavior is a seed of undiscovered success. Discovering unmet potential and teaching the self-management skills that make it possible to avoid challenging behaviors are far more effective strategies than punishing missteps after the fact {Iwata et al.,1982}.
NECA staff are trained in a wide range of family-centric interventions and committed to the belief that sustainable behavior change requires organized, integrated supports, well-taught over time. Teaching the skills of flexibility (Greene, R. W., 2005) requires social-skill development and self-management practices embedded in consistent, predictable supports delivered by caring, committed staff.