● Programs
Center-Based Therapy
Our South Florida center offers a vibrant, structured environment designed specifically for focused learning and social development. Center-based ABA therapy provides a unique opportunity for your child to step into a space dedicated entirely to their progress, away from the distractions of home.
● Program Overview
What They’ll Learn
In our center, every corner is a learning opportunity. With access to specialized sensory equipment, diverse learning materials, and a community of peers, your child can practice new skills in a controlled yet social setting.
This immersive experience allows our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) to provide intensive, real-time supervision and adjustment to your child’s program, ensuring every session is maximized for success.
Ages
2 years
and up
Average
30 hours
weekly
Social Skill Development and Peer Play
One of the greatest advantages of a center-based setting is the immediate access to peers. We facilitate structured "social groups" where children can practice sharing, turn-taking, and cooperative play in a safe, guided environment. These interactions help children build the confidence to navigate social dynamics, preparing them for future success in school and community settings.
School Readiness and Structured Learning
Our center mimics the flow of a classroom to help ease the transition to school. We focus on foundational "learning to learn" skills, such as sitting at a desk, following a group schedule, and transitioning between activities. By practicing these routines in a supportive environment, we help reduce the anxiety often associated with starting school and build the stamina needed for a full academic day.
Intensive Skill Acquisition
The clinic environment allows for highly focused, one-on-one instruction. Without the variables of home life, our analyst can use "Discrete Trial Training" and other evidence-based methods to teach new concepts rapidly. Whether it is mastering a new communication tool or developing fine motor skills, the concentrated nature of center-based care often leads to significant breakthroughs in a shorter timeframe.
Comprehensive Safety and Sensory Support
Our facility is designed with the unique sensory needs of children with Autism and related diagnoses in mind. We provide a "sensory-safe" space where children can explore different textures, movements, and sounds under expert supervision. This controlled environment allows us to teach self-regulation and coping strategies safely, giving your child the tools to manage sensory input before applying those skills in the outside world.
● Center Life
What a Day Looks Like at Our ABA Center (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
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Your child is welcomed by their therapist and eased into the day with fun, preferred activities to help them feel comfortable and ready to learn.
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Your child works 1:1 with their therapist on important skills like communication, following directions, play skills, and early academics. Activities are short, engaging, and tailored to your child.
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Children learn through play while practicing social skills like sharing, turn-taking, and interacting with others.
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Your child may join small group activities like circle time, music, or art to build listening skills and peer engagement.
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We focus on independence skills like requesting items, using utensils, and cleaning up, while also encouraging social interaction.
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Time to move, play, and practice social skills in a more natural setting.
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Calming activities help your child recharge and get ready for the afternoon.
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We continue building skills through a mix of structured teaching and play-based learning, helping your child use skills in different situations.
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Your child practices working more independently, building confidence and daily living skills.
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We prepare for dismissal and share updates with you about your child’s progress and day.
● Meet Our
Behavior Analysts
Lizeth Camarena
BCBA
Abel Lescaille Rabell
BCBA
Chris Mena-Gibson
BCBA
Frequently Asked Questions
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The biggest difference is the structured environment. While home-based therapy focuses on daily routines in a familiar setting, a center is a "dedicated learning zone." It allows for more intensive supervision, as multiple Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) are often on-site to collaborate. It also provides a controlled space where we can introduce new challenges—like a peer wanting to share a toy—without the typical distractions of home life.
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Yes, this is a primary reason families choose center-based care. We facilitate Peer Play and Social Groups where children can practice greeting others, turn-taking, and cooperative play. These "social milestones" are easier to hit in a center because we can carefully match children with similar skill levels for guided interactions, helping them build the confidence to make friends.
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For many children, yes. Our clinic is designed to mimic the flow of a classroom. We use "Circle Time," desk-based tasks, and group transitions to help your child get used to the expectations of a school day. By practicing these routines in a supportive, therapeutic setting first, the eventual transition to a public or private school often feels much less overwhelming for the child.
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While every child’s schedule is individualized, a typical day is a balance of structured work and play-based learning. It usually includes one-on-one "table time" for academic and communication goals, sensory breaks in our gym or play areas, small group activities with peers, and "Natural Environment Teaching" where we practice skills during lunch or snack time. Our goal is to keep the day engaging and fun so that learning feels like play.
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In a center setting, your child receives intensive, multi-layered support. While a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) provides the direct one-on-one therapy, a BCBA is constantly moving through the center to observe, collect data, and update your child’s program in real-time. This "clinical oversight" ensures that if your child is struggling with a goal, we can pivot our strategy immediately to help them succeed.
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