Child-Led ABA

Play.
Connect. Learn.

Fun, compassionate, and engaging therapy designed to empower your child — and your family.

The THINK APPROACH

Our child-led ABA approach follows your child’s interests, helping them build communication and social skills naturally. We prioritize connection before correction at every step, while still using proven ABA principles to guide learning.

 At Think, our child-led ABA philosophy is guided by THINK — a simple way to remember how we put your child first.

T

Tune In

T - Tune In

We observe and follow your child’s interests, noticing what motivates and excites them.

H

Honor Choices

H - Honor Choices

Your child leads the play and activities, encouraging engagement, independence, and confidence.

I

Inspire Learning

I - Inspire Learning

We embed teaching opportunities naturally into the activities your child already enjoys, making learning fun and meaningful.

N

Nurture Connection

N - Nurture Connection

Building trust and rapport comes first. Strong connections create a safe, supportive foundation for all learning.

K

 Keep it Positive

K – Keep it Positive

Corrections and guidance are delivered gently within play. Therapy stays motivating, encouraging, and stress-free

Early Intervention

Play based, family centered therapy that builds strong developmental foundations.

School Age and Teen Support

Skill building across communication, social interactions, and independence.

Parent and Caregiver Training

Practical tools and strategies that help families create consistency and confidence at home.

School Consultation

Collaborative support for educators, IEP teams, and school environments.

Behavior Assessment and Intervention Planning

Thorough evaluations that guide effective and personalized behavior support plans.

Why THINK Matters

  • Therapy feels natural, engaging, and enjoyable.
  • Children are motivated to participate
  • Social, communication, and problem-solving skills develop in real-life contexts
  • Families are partners in every step
  • Reduces frustration and resistance
  • Increases motivation and engagement
  • Strengthens social-emotional skills
  • Turns therapy into a positive, interactive experience

“By putting connection first, we help children learn new skills naturally — all while having fun and feeling understood.”

How It Works

Every child learns differently — and our process is built to honor that.

Collaborative Goal-Setting

Families and therapists work together to create meaningful objectives.

Observation

We learn what motivates your child.

Child-led Sessions

Learning happens through play and everyday routines.

Progress Tracking

Measurable results using evidence-based ABA principles.

 

Family Involvement

Parents are guided to support skill genralization at home.

Why Families Love Our Approach

Therapy feels playful, not rigid or formal

Respects your child’s choices and motivation

Skills are learned in real-life, meaningful contexts

Sessions strengthen trust, confidence, and social connection

Children are motivated and engaged

Therapy strengthens trust, confidence, and connection

Getting Started

Contact Our Team

Reach out to schedule an initial consultation and share your concerns or goals.

Intake and Insurance

We gather background information and review insurance coverage when applicable.

Assessment

A comprehensive assessment helps us understand your child’s strengths and needs.

Begin Services

Services begin in the setting that best supports your child’s learning and development.

Insurance Partners

We work with many insurance providers including Premera, Lifewise, Regence, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Tricare, Aetna, Molina, Coordinated Care, Community Health Plan, and Amerigroup.

If you do not see your insurance listed, please contact us.

Ready to see how child-led ABA can make learning fun and meaningful for yourchild?