Applied Behavior Analysis
Individual & Family Psychotherapy
P: 715-514-0790
F: 715-318-0170
E: info@beyondexpectationsec.org
Applied Behavior Analysis
Individual & Family Psychotherapy
P: 715-514-0790
F: 715-318-0170
E: info@beyondexpectationsec.org
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At Beyond Expectations, we are committed to providing the highest quality training for our staff. This directly translates to the best possible care for your child. We believe that growth is a continuous process for everyone involved in our company. Our mission is to meet the needs of both our clients and our staff, supporting them every step of the way in their personal journey. For our clients, this means teaching the foundational building blocks for all areas of learning.
Our team of experienced therapists use a client-centered approach, working collaboratively with our clients to identify their goals and develop a customized treatment plan. We also place a strong emphasis on building a trusting and supportive therapeutic relationship.
We offer a variety of services to meet the unique needs of our clients, including Applied Behavior Analysis, individual-, family/couples-, and group therapy. We offer specialized services for a variety of mental health issues.
At Beyond Expectations (B.E.E.), your child will be matched with one of our trained Behavior Technicians/Registered Behavior Technicians. Throughout their day, your child will receive ABA Intervention using only research based techniques to improve and grow skills. If you are worried that it will be all work and no play, please don't be concerned. At B.E.E., children will have a variety of activities throughout their day all focused on learning social skills, functional communication, daily living skills, etc. All programs created will be based off of the results of a VB-MAPP assessment, shoring up deficits and bolstering strengths. The principals in the VB-MAPP have a long history of research backing and replication. This means that your child will be receiving care that has been proven to work.
B.E.E. is accepting referrals for ages 1 to 6 years of age. School age students can enroll for daytime services based on need and collaboration with their school district.
At B.E.E., psychotherapy is designed to help meet the mental health needs of our community. Our highly trained staff are available to support the individuals or family's needs through in-person or telehealth sessions. Enrollment within our psychotherapy program is not limited to only parents, guardians, or siblings of children in our ABA program. B.E.E.'s psychotherapy program is available to members of our community here in the Chippewa Valley. Individuals ages 4 and up can participate in our therapy services. We offer therapy services for a variety of mental health needs include autism, depression, anxiety, trauma, and more.
Coming in May 2025: B.E.E. will offer social skills groups. With two age groups to select from, our center may have a program to meet your child's needs. Our Children Learning Social Skills Group is designed for children ages 7 to 12 with an autism, developmental delay, or intellectual disability. This program will be available 2 nights a week for 2 hour sessions and will focus on developing and maintaining social friendships. Our second social skills program, Structured Assistive Social Skills, is designed for individuals between the ages of 10 & 18 with autism, intellectual, or developmental delays. This program will focus on a variety of skills including social skills, hygiene, daily living, and more.
Also coming in May 2025, B.E.E. will begin to focus on developing parent support groups and networks. B.E.E. staff understand the joys as well as the stressors that come along with raising a special needs child. Parents and guardians of a child with special needs are eligible for participation in our parent support groups. Whether your participation involves seeking or providing support and guidance or both, you are welcome to participate in our support groups.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a branch of psychology which examines the manner in which an individual learns to make changes to socially significant behaviors. ABA looks at environmental reasons in which a behavior occurs (or does not occur) and makes changes to the environment to either strengthen or reduce a behavior.
ABA is an evidence-based intervention for the development of skills and reduction of challenging behaviors. ABA is an individualized, systematic approach to behavior change which focused on skill building. Using a data driven decision making model, goals are focused on changing socially significant behaviors. The goal of ABA is for generalization of all skills to the natural environment which is the core reason for parent training and guidance as well as collaborative approaches.
Controversies have surrounded ABA throughout the years. It is important to remember that ABA is a newer field of psychology. As with many other medical fields, ABA has had to grow and change through research and application. As with any intervention (medical or behavioral) there are risks associated ABA intervention. ABA intervention is a costly treatment, although most insurances in WI will cover the costs. Additionally, the Katie Beckett Waiver assists parents/guardians in covering the costs of ABA treatment. ABA intervention recommends between 25 to 40 hours per week of intervention for at least two years. But during those two years, you will have the opportunity to watch your child flourish and grow.