How to Carry Over ABA Strategies at Home

At ABLE (Applied Behavioral Learning Experiences), we are proud to offer high-quality ABA therapy services in Lakeland, Tampa, Clearwater, and Brandon. While our sessions with your child are vital for skill development and progress, the greatest growth often happens when ABA strategies are carried over into the home, since parents play a powerful role in reinforcing skills learned during therapy, helping children with autism thrive across all environments.

Here’s how you can successfully bring ABA strategies into your daily routines at home:

1. Communicate Regularly with Your ABA Team

Your child’s ABA therapist is your new best friend. Regular communication helps ensure you know what skills are being targeted and how you can support them at home. Don’t hesitate to ask for tips, strategies, or even short “homework” activities that align with your child’s current goals.

2. Use Positive Reinforcement

Positive reinforcement is a key tool in ABA therapy. Celebrate your child’s successes at home, big or small! Praise, high-fives, stickers, or extra playtime can all be powerful motivators. Consistently reinforcing positive behaviors helps your child understand what behaviors are expected and valued.

3. Set Up Clear Routines and Expectations

Children with autism often thrive on structure. You can carry over ABA strategies by establishing consistent daily routines. Simple visuals, charts, or schedules can help your child know what to expect, reducing anxiety and encouraging independence.

4. Practice Skills During Everyday Activities

You don’t need special equipment or extra time to practice ABA skills! Everyday moments are opportunities for learning:

• Meal times: Practice requesting items or using manners.
• Play time: Work on turn-taking, sharing, or following simple instructions.
• Outings: Practice community skills like greeting others, waiting in line, or safety rules.

By incorporating ABA strategies naturally into your daily life, your child gets more practice in real-world situations.

5. Be Patient and Stay Consistent

Progress can take time. Some days may feel challenging, but consistency is key. Remember, every small success builds toward larger milestones.

Stay positive, follow through with the strategies your ABA team recommends, and trust the process.

At ABLE, we believe that parents and caregivers are essential in a child’s success. That’s why we include in the program of our ABA Therapy services Parent Training to empower you with the tools and support you need to carry over learning at home and see your child thrive! 

If you’re looking for personalized ABA services for your child, we would love to help.

Call us today at (863) 619-2809
Email us at intake@applied-behavioral.com

Together, we can help your child grow, learn, and shine everywhere they go.

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