Schedule a Consultation

Contact

Families or caregivers reach out to Harmony Bridge via the initial consultation form.

Information Gathering

A representative collects preliminary information, including the child's age, diagnosis, location, and specific needs or concerns via an initial intake form.

Eligibility Check

The team reviews the information to determine if the child is a suitable candidate for ABA services and whether the family falls within the service area.

Insurance Verification

Harmony Bridge verifies the family's insurance coverage for ABA services and explains any potential out-of-pocket costs.

Appointment Coordination

The Scheduling Coordinator contacts the family to set up a date and time for an initial consultation. This may be done in-home, in-facility, or virtually, depending on family preference and location.

Meet with the BCBA

A Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) meets with the family and the child to observe behavior, discuss concerns, and identify goals.

Assessment Overview

The BCBA may conduct preliminary assessments or screenings to understand the child's current developmental level, communication abilities, and behavior patterns.

Goal Setting

Collaboratively, the BCBA and family establish desired outcomes and priorities for the child’s ABA program.

Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)

If deemed necessary, the BCBA conducts a more in-depth FBA to identify the functions of specific behaviors and determine appropriate intervention strategies.

Skill Assessments

Standardized assessments, like the VB-MAPP (Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program) or ABLLS-R (Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills), may be used to evaluate the child's communication, social, and adaptive skills.

Individualized Treatment Plan (ITP)

Based on the assessment data, the BCBA creates an ITP that outlines specific goals, intervention strategies, and measurable objectives tailored to the child’s needs.

Parent Training and Education

The plan may also include a component for parent training to ensure consistency in interventions across environments.

Family Review

The BCBA reviews the ITP with the family, explaining each section in detail and adjusting as necessary based on the family's input.

Insurance Authorization

The Authorization Service Coordinator submits the ITP to the insurance provider for approval, if required, and follows up as needed.

Assigning a Therapy Team

Once the plan is approved, a team of Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) is assigned to implement the plan under the supervision of the BCBA.

Scheduling Services

The Scheduling Coordinator arranges regular therapy sessions based on the family’s and therapy team’s availability.

Progress Reviews

The BCBA conducts regular progress reviews, adjusting the ITP as needed based on the child’s progress and any changes in behavior.

Parent Feedback

Families are encouraged to provide ongoing feedback to ensure the child’s needs are being met.

Re-assessments

Periodic re-assessments are conducted to evaluate progress, adjust goals, and update the treatment plan accordingly.