Play-Focused, Engaging Approach – Unlike traditional ABA therapy models, Let’s Play N Grow focuses on a tailored, play-focused methodology that makes learning fun and engaging for children with autism. This ensures that therapy feels natural and enjoyable while increasing skills to improve the families overall quality of life.
Parent Empowerment & Collaboration – We integrate parent training as a core component, equipping families with the tools and strategies needed to support their child’s growth at home. This collaborative approach strengthens the parent-child bond and ensures consistency beyond therapy sessions.
Holistic Skill Development – Beyond behavior management, Let’s Play N Grow emphasizes essential life skills such as communication, social interactions, and daily living skills. By addressing multiple developmental areas, children experience meaningful, well-rounded progress in a supportive and joyful environment.
We know that starting ABA therapy can feel overwhelming, so we’ve made the onboarding process simple and straightforward. Here’s what to expect when beginning services with Let’s Play N Grow:
Why this step matters: This ensures we have everything we need to set up services smoothly and without delays.
Why this step matters: The assessment helps us create an ABA program that’s truly personalized to your child.
Why this step matters: Every child is different, so their therapy plan should be too! This ensures therapy is meaningful, effective, and aligned with your child’s needs.
Why this step matters: ABA therapy works best when parents are engaged! We empower you with tools and strategies to support your child’s growth beyond the therapy sessions.
Why this step matters: This is where the real growth begins! With the right support, encouragement, and teamwork, your child will be on their way to building new skills and reaching their full potential.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a science-based therapy that helps children with autism and other developmental differences learn important life skills. It focuses on understanding behavior—what happens before, during, and after—to help children communicate, build independence, and develop positive social skills in a way that works best for them.
An RBT is the therapist who works one-on-one with your child. They’re the hands-on team member who brings the therapy plan to life by helping your child practice new skills in a fun and supportive way.
A BCBA is the clinical expert who designs and oversees your child’s therapy plan. They assess your child’s needs, create personalized goals, and make sure everything is working effectively.
ABA therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all—every child has different needs! That’s why there are two main types of ABA therapy plans: Comprehensive ABA and Focused ABA. Both are designed to help children learn and grow, but they differ in intensity and the areas they target.
Comprehensive ABA is a more intensive therapy model, typically ranging from 25-40 hours per week. This approach is designed for children who need support across multiple areas of development, including:
This approach is best for children who need a broad range of support across different areas of their life. Research shows that early and intensive ABA therapy can lead to the most significant improvements in language, social skills, and independence. It’s like giving your child a full, well-rounded education in life skills—helping them build a strong foundation for long-term success.
Focused ABA is a more targeted approach, usually ranging from 10-25 hours per week. Instead of working on many areas at once, therapy is designed to address specific skills or behaviors that will have the greatest impact on your child’s daily life. This could include:
Focused ABA is great for children who don’t need full-time support but still need help in specific areas. It’s also a good option for older children who may already have many skills but need targeted intervention to refine or improve certain behaviors.
ABA therapy focuses on teaching meaningful skills that help children gain independence and confidence. These may include:
Each child’s therapy plan is individualized, meaning we focus on the skills that will have the biggest impact on their daily life.
ABA therapy is most commonly used to support children with autism, but it can also help children with other developmental delays or behavioral challenges. The principles of ABA—such as teaching new skills in a structured way and using positive reinforcement—are effective for children who need support with communication, socialization, or daily routines, regardless of diagnosis.
Once the initial assessment is completed, it typically takes 7-10 days to finalize the treatment plan, obtain authorization (if using insurance), and schedule your child’s first session. We work hard to get everything in place as quickly as possible so your child can start making progress right away!
ABA sessions are designed to be engaging, structured, and play-focused while targeting specific skills. A typical session includes:
The length of ABA therapy depends on your child’s individual needs, goals, and progress. Some children benefit from a few months of focused support, while others may need several years of comprehensive therapy to build essential skills. The goal is always to help your child gain as much independence as possible, and we regularly review progress to determine when they are ready to reduce or transition out of therapy.
ABA therapy is data-driven, meaning we track progress in real-time. During each session, therapists collect data on the skills being taught and how often your child is successfully using them.
Regular check-ins help ensure therapy remains effective and aligned with your child’s goals.
If a child is struggling to make progress, we adjust the approach to better fit their needs. This may include:
Every child learns at their own pace, and we’re committed to making sure therapy is engaging, effective, and tailored to what works best for your child.
Yes! Helping children transition to a less restrictive environment—like school or social settings—is always our goal. ABA therapy teaches skills that help children succeed in group environments, such as:
We work closely with parents to prepare children for school and collaborate on the best plan for a successful transition.
Success looks different for every child, but ultimately, we define success as:
The goal isn’t just progress in therapy—it’s meaningful progress in everyday life, helping your child thrive at home, school, and beyond.
Parents make the biggest difference in their child’s progress. At Let’s Play N Grow, we believe that when parents and therapists work together, incredible growth happens. That’s why we prioritize building a strong partnership with you—so you feel supported, empowered, and equipped to help your child succeed, both in therapy and at home. Here’s how you can be actively involved in your child’s ABA therapy journey:
When parents are engaged in the process, learning doesn’t stop when therapy ends—it becomes a natural part of daily life. That’s where we see the most meaningful and lasting growth.
Positive reinforcement means rewarding the behaviors we want to see more of in the future. When a child uses a skill successfully, we provide something motivating—like praise, a favorite toy, or a fun activity—to encourage them to use that skill again. Imagine your child usually cries when they want to be picked up. Instead of reinforcing the crying by immediately picking them up, we can teach them a new way to ask—like saying “up” or reaching their arms toward you. The moment they use this new skill, you respond by picking them up right away. This reinforces the behavior we want (communicating a request) instead of the one we want to decrease (crying). Over time, they learn that asking works better than crying to get what they want!
FCT is all about teaching kids how to communicate their needs in a way that works for them. Whether it’s using words, pictures, or a device, the goal is to give them an effective way to express themselves instead of using challenging behaviors like crying or hitting.
A BIP is a customized guide that helps manage challenging behaviors by identifying the reasons behind them and teaching better ways to communicate.
Think of it as a roadmap to help your child navigate challenges in a way that feels safe and supportive.
This means making sure your child can use the skills they learn in different places and with different people. For example, if they learn to ask for help in therapy, we want them to also do it at home, school, or on the playground.
