ABA Therapy
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The Arizona Institute for Autism offers a variety of evidence-based, clinical services for individuals ages
2-17 years old, who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder or other related developmental disorders. Depending on your individual preference as well as your child's specific needs, some of our comprehensive clinical services are conducted in our institute with a focus on helping your child attain a better quality of life & and a greater sense of independence.
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Our ABA Therapy programs address the comprehensive needs
of each learner, equipping children with the skills necessary to
become independent learners.
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Services We Offer​
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Individual Learning​
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​ABA Therapy 1:1 Program
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The ABA Therapy 1:1 program, designed for children aged 2 to 17 years, adopts an integrative approach aimed at fostering independent learning. The Arizona Institute for Autism employs a naturalistic, neurodiversity-affirming model within its applied behavior analysis (ABA) program, incorporating essential insights from neuroscientific research. Our ABA therapy focuses on improving socially significant behaviors by using positive reinforcement, systematic teaching, and data-driven methods. AIA Clinicians focus on tailoring our services to accommodate the unique neurodevelopmental profiles of each learner.
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Group Learning
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​​​ABA Therapy 1:2 Academic Readiness Program
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The ABA Therapy 1:2 Academic Readiness Program is
specifically designed for children aged 4 to 6 years and
utilizes a tailored group therapy approach to prepare
learners for successful integration into the mainstream
classroom.This program incorporates the AIA Preparatory Academy©
curriculum, combining the esteemed Montessori method with Applied Behavior
Analysis (ABA). This integrated approach fosters a supportive environment tailored to
the individual learning styles and strengths of our learners, facilitating the development of essential social, communication, cognitive, and motor skills necessary for success in mainstream classrooms.
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The primary developmental milestones emphasized in this program include social, communication, cognitive, social-emotional, executive functioning, and motor skills. Throughout the Academic Readiness Program, your child will engage in a variety of structured electives such as speech therapy, recreational therapy, and music therapy. These electives, including circle time, arts and crafts, music, play, and other group interactions, that are designed to support skills development in these key areas.
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Family Education
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​​​Parent Consultation Program
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We believe that parents, siblings and caregivers play a
crucial role in the success of their child’s therapy. That’s
why we offer Parent Consultation Services as part of our
comprehensive ABA program. Our goal is to empower
families with the knowledge, tools, and support they need
to confidently help their child navigatetheir developmental journey. Parent consultation is a vital component of ABA therapy, designed to ensure that the progress made during therapy extends beyond the clinic. These consultations provide parents with personalized guidance, training, and strategies tailored to their child’s unique needs.
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About Rula Diab, Chief Clinical Director, BCBA, LBA
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Clinical Director Rula Diab, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA is an industry expert with over 15 years of experience in the field of Special Education and Behavioral Analysis. As the Clinical Director, Rula Diab, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA leads the Arizona Institute for Autism’s clinical efforts and ABA therapy program.
As a Clinical Director, Rula Diab, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA works with practitioners, academics, policymakers, teachers, families, and, most importantly, children with developmental disabilities throughout Arizona. After noticing gaps in the way practitioners applied ABA principles, Clinical Director, Rula Diab, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA pioneered the Arizona Institute for Autism model of education, a model centered on recognizing each child’s individuality and dignity by cultivating their natural interests, preferences, and motivators. Education doesn’t have to be boring, and that should be the case for all children.
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