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Building Early Communication Skills: The ABA Therapy Approach

Writer's picture: Denise HarrisonDenise Harrison
Feb 171 min read

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Understanding Early Communication Development

Communication forms the foundation of human connection and learning. For children receiving ABA therapy, developing strong communication skills opens doors to enhanced social relationships, academic success, and greater independence. Ignite’s approach to communication begins with assessment and planning. Our BCBA’s begin by evaluating each child's current communication abilities. Following the assessment, our BCBA will develop a targeted list of communication skills to build upon the following areas: 

  •  Verbal and non-verbal skills

  •  Receptive language understanding

  •  Expressive language capabilities

  •  Social communication patterns

  •  Conversation abilities 


Our highly skilled team members are trained in a variety of communication support systems and are dedicated to finding the communication style that is right for each child and their family. Additional forms of communication might include:

  • Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)

  • Sign language

  • Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices

  • Visual schedules

  • Communication boards


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We Focus on Evidence-Based Communication Strategies

At Ignite, our clinicians and technicians are trained in how to build those important foundational skills for communication in the following ways:


1. Pre-Language Development

  • Joint attention

  • Eye contact

  • Gestures

  • Turn-taking

  • Imitation skills


2. Early Language Skills

  • Basic requesting

  • Object labeling

  • Following directions

  • Simple responses

  • Choice making


3. Advanced Communication Development

  • Conversation initiation

  • Question asking

  • Complex sentences

  • Abstract concepts

  • Social pragmatics


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Long-Term Communication Success

  • Enhanced social relationships

  • Improved behavioral regulation

  • Greater independence

  • Better academic performance

  • Increased self-confidence


Getting Started with ABA Therapy

Ready to support your child's communication development? Our expert team provides:

  • Comprehensive assessments

  • Individualized treatment plans

  • Ongoing progress monitoring

  • Family training


Contact us today to begin your child's communication journey! 



 
 
 

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