STRENGTHENING FAMILIES WITH EVIDENCE-BASED, INTEGRATED AND REALISTIC APPROACH THAT SUPPORTS CHILDREN.
At Utah Behavior Services, we believe helping children with autism requires a comprehensive approach, that includes family involvement. UTBS knows that lasting success comes from building strong families by providing the training and support they need.
Utah has the biggest team for behavioral health. We know how to treat children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental disorders.
Autism services at utbs
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Applied Behavior Analysis is an evidence-based, proven method based on the principles of how learning takes place. The foundation of ABA interventions lies in teaching essential skills. Using the principles and techniques of ABA, our team works to teach the life skills each child is missing. This practice helps us bring meaningful and positive changes in behavior for individuals with autism.
ABA therapy includes:
- We use assessments to determine skill levels and set program goals.
- Comprehensive programming tailored to each child.
- Individualized program with detailed progress data tracking.
- Clinic-based or in-home sessions therapy provided by highly trained Behavioral Health Professionals using our specialized materials.
- One-to-one teaching and peer-group instruction can also include family members through our whole-home, whole-family.
- Family consultation to analyze problem behaviors, develop behavior interventions and teach parenting skills.
Who might benefit from ABA therapy:
- Young children who have received a diagnosis of autism.
- Children who have received a diagnosis of another disability or mental health condition.
- Children or youth displaying problem behavior at home or in school.
- Children who are struggling with potty training.
- Children who need 1:1 support with learning new skills.
- Children struggling in school or with homework.
- An older child who has difficulty with social skills.
- Teens who are defiant.
- Parents who want more skills or feel out of control.
- Families in crisis.
The UTBS Approach to ABA therapy
Utah’s largest integrated behavioral health team delivers effective, personalized care for children with autism.
- A Behavior Analyst will assess the child’s current abilities. Using ABA principles, they will collaborate with parents to develop a program tailored to the child’s unique needs.
- Programs are comprehensive, covering all domains of development including:
- Academics (colors, letters, reading, etc.)
- Daily living skills
- Social skills (sharing, turn-taking, joining play, etc.)
- Developmental skills (pretend play, how to play with toys)
- And a constant, strong emphasis on communication skills.
- We teach skills to help the child function better, gain independence, and engage in everyday activities.
- Interventionists teach new skills directly to individuals, helping replace problematic habits with productive behaviors.
- Our Interventionists arrive fully equipped with everything they need to conduct a therapy session and log data.
- Our skilled clinicians recommend sessions based on the child’s needs, which can range from once a week to daily.
- We offer Center-based Day Treatment and Intensive Summer Programs, providing structured, evidence-based behavioral support for families.
Family Involvement Means Family Success
At Utah Behavior Services, we understand that supporting children with autism requires the active involvement of the entire family. Family participation is key to fostering meaningful progress and creating a strong foundation for long-term success.
- Our whole-family program includes siblings, parents, peers, extended family, and others involved in the child’s life.
- Our technicians will first teach the skill during a one-on-one session. After a couple sessions, the child can practice the new skills with siblings, parents, and friends.
- We provide wrap-around support to meet each family’s needs. This program helps strengthen the entire family while the child works on improving their behavior.
- We also offer counseling support for caregivers and siblings while a child receives behavioral treatment.
Services available near you
ABA works when the teaching happens in the child’s natural environment, where they can practice and use their new skills.
At Utah Behavior Services we provide full-service autism help, with in-clinic and in-home therapy.
- Our center-based sessions allow for better focus and concentration, faster mastery, and convenient integration with coordinated services.
- We offer therapy in community settings such as parks, libraries, playgrounds, schools and home to help children apply their skills.
- UTBS has 8 Clinical locations statewide from Northern Utah to Southern Utah and along the Wasatch Front.
- We provide multiple Utah autism resources and support for families and people with autism.
Will Insurance cover ABA?
Thanks to the Utah Autism Insurance Mandate Expanded, Senate Bill 95 is Effective January 1, 2020, individuals of any age will be covered under state-regulated individual and large group plans. The new law removes previously existing age and hour caps for coverage of ASD. This will allow for more access to services for transition-aged youth and adults with autism here in Utah.
We accept most major private insurance plans but encourage you to check with your insurance provider for specific details. Our dedicated insurance specialists are experts in facilitating coverage for your needs. We also offer multiple payment plan options and some limited scholarship assistance.
