ABA Therapy

Helping Children Build Skills for Life

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a research-backed therapy approach that helps children with autism and other developmental needs build essential life skills. At Stepping Stones Center, ABA therapy is delivered in an ethical , personalized, and structured way that prioritizes your child’s growth and emotional well-being.

The program supports children across different age groups and developmental stages to strengthen communication, behavior, independence, and learning readiness.

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What Is ABA Therapy?

ABA is a scientific approach that studies how people learn and behave, ultimately helping individuals become more independent and successful in their lives.. It employs structured strategies, such as positive reinforcement, modeling, and prompting, to teach meaningful skills and reduce behaviors that hinder learning.

Key areas ABA therapy supports:

Functional communication
Focus and attention
Emotional regulation
Social and play skills
Academic readiness
Self-help and daily routines

Who Is ABA Therapy For?

This therapy is well-suited for children who:

Are diagnosed with or show signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Struggle with behavior, communication, or learning in structured settings
Need help adjusting to group environments like school
Benefit from 1-on-1 support with clear structure and repetition

Children do not need a formal diagnosis to begin. Services begin with a behavior and developmental screening.

Our Approach to ABA

Stepping Stones Center follows a compassionate and ethical ABA model that respects every child’s individuality. Therapists are trained to understand each child’s pace, interests, and sensitivities. The focus remains on progress that is functional, not forced.

Key features:

Tailored programs based on detailed assessments
1:1 therapy sessions led by trained therapists
Weekly supervision by certified behavior analysts (BCBAs or QBAs)
Active parent participation and training
Integration with speech and occupational therapy as needed

How It Works

Consultation & Intake

Initial discussion and developmental screening
Behavioral Assessment

Standardized tools are used to identify strengths, challenges, and areas of support
Program Planning

Custom therapy goals created in collaboration with parents
1:1 Sessions & Parent Training

Daily therapy sessions combined with parent coaching for consistency at home
Progress Monitoring

Session-by-session data collection and regular reports
Program Review & Recommendations

Plans are reviewed and revised every few months based on growth

Program Formats

ABA therapy is offered in multiple formats to meet a range of needs:

Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention (EIBI): For children aged 1.5 to 4 years. Focus on developmental readiness, communication, and parental involvement.
Intensive ABA Therapy (Ages 5+): 2-hour sessions, 5 days a week. Builds communication, independence, and behavioral flexibility.
Extended ABA Format (5-Hour School Model): For children needing a structured day format combining learning, socialization, and therapy.
Social Skills Group: Small group sessions focused on peer interaction, group routines, and responsive communication (3+ years).
School Readiness Program: Daily 3-hour sessions to build academic and behavioral skills for classroom adaptation (ages 5+).
Inclusive Education & School Partnerships: Support offered through inclusive classrooms, resource rooms, and trained shadow teachers.

Why Families Trust Stepping Stones Center

Over 750,000 hours of ABA therapy delivered
Programs reviewed by certified behavior analysts
Parent involvement encouraged from the beginning
Coordination with speech and occupational therapy available
Focus on real-world outcomes: home routines, school success, peer engagement
Over 11 years of experience supporting families

What Parents Say

Stepping stones approach is defined as per child's needs and its practical and consistent. We are super happy the way they handled my son. Therapists are well trained. Their warmth,... read more

praveen kumar bolisetty
August 24, 2023

The workshop was good with detailed explanation and illustrations. Was very informative, would highly recommend.

Hemamalini -
August 14, 2023

My career life as a speech therapist started in SSC and iam really proud of it. SSC is a place where we can learn and advance our skills and knowledge.... read more

Aswathi Pk
August 14, 2023
Being an ex employee of SSC makes me very proud. If you're looking for a place where you can bring out the best in yourself, SSC is the best choice... read more

Shyamily Mathew
August 14, 2023

In the last five years, I have been privileged to experience an excellent working environment at Stepping Stones Center. It has been really helpful to work with a multidisciplinary team... read more

divya devasia
August 14, 2023

Our son(4.5 yrs) has been diagnosed with ASD. We have been with Stepping stones for over 18+ months now. They have reasonably stable set up and they genuinely try to... read more

M Sri Divya
August 14, 2023
Good place for children with autism, they take care of the child very well during the sessions and teach them in very encouraging environment. My son started with early intervention... read more

Praveen Kumar
June 14, 2023

My son attended early intervention program and ABA sessions in Stepping Stones Centre. The staff is supportive and caring. I have seen good improvement in his learning and focus.

Vanaja Bokka
June 14, 2023

I would give 6/5 if possible to Stepping Stones Center! We have seen very good improvement in our child and many milestones were achieved after we started going to the... read more

Narayanan Venkateswaran
September 14, 2022