Behavioral Therapy

Behavioral Therapy

Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is the use of these techniques and principles to bring about meaningful and positive change in behavior.

  • Applies behavioral principles consistently in all interactions with clients
  • Implements Individualized Treatment Plans (ITPs) under the direction of the behavior analysts/consultants
  • Teaches the clients to acquire language, academic, self-help, and social skills as stated in the ITPs
  • Assists students, as needed, to acquire academic and/or appropriate life skills. This may Include toilet training, 
eating, and other self-help skills.
  • Supports all members of the staff and assists with ideas, suggestions and work duties
  • Actively participates in staff training programs designed to increase overall skills
  • Develops program plans and other instructional activities
  • Writes progress reports, and other requested written assignments related to the clients
  • Communicates in a professional and respectful manner with parents, behavior analysts/consultants, therapist 
trainers, therapists and clients
  • Becomes fluent in the understanding of the Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program 
 (VB-MAPP)
  • Assists in creating instructional materials
  • Observes records, and reports the condition and behavior of the clients, including Maintaining daily records during the day
  • Functions as an active member of the treatment team
  • Works with clients, consultants, staff, families, and community to implement clients treatment plans
  • Consistently implements behavior plans to reduce client's socially inappropriate behavior and promote appropriate social behaviors
  • Effectively responds to and manages crisis situations which may include client physical aggression
  • Completes daily paperwork and data collection notes in a detailed, accurate, consistent and timely manner
  • Follows VBCA policies and procedures
  • Openly flexible and responsible in working with multiple children at one time, when necessary
  • Has a bachelor's degree from an accredited university

Our Mission

Kids Therapy by Design was designed specifically to enrich the lives of children and their families by providing special needs children with a voice through genuine love, care, and passion for service.

Through our commitment to providing excellent healthcare. Kids Therapy by Design is committed to providing notable therapist; who have been defined as having ethical professionalism, passion, and dedication to serving families throughout the DFW metroplex. We will continue to provide exceptional service, craftsmanship and dedication to all of our families and communty

Kids Therapy by Design will remain committed to providing professional development, accountability, respect and support to each member of our team.