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ABOUT
Welcome to FRIENDS ABA!

Empowering Neurodiverse Children Through Compassionate, Play-Based Therapy

At FRIENDS ABA, we believe every child is full of potential—and deserves to be seen, heard, and supported. We offer a warm, caring and engaging environment where children with diverse developmental needs can grow through personalized, play-based ABA therapy rooted in respect, connection, and joy. We honor neurodiversity by embracing each child’s unique way of thinking, learning, and interacting with the world. Our approach is not about changing who a child is—it’s about helping them thrive on their terms, while fostering confidence, communication, and connection.

Our Approach
At FRIENDS ABA, we use assent-based practices, meaning we prioritize the child’s voice and comfort throughout every step of therapy. We believe therapy should be a collaborative experience—not something done to a child, but with them.
We focus on supporting children across eight areas of development:
  • Language & Communication
  • Social Interaction & Play
  • Cognition & Executive Functioning
  • Motor & Adaptive Skills
  • Academic Readiness
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Positive Behavior Support
  • Daily Living Skills
Our therapists use play as the foundation for learning, blending natural exploration with structured support. Whether it's building a tower, engaging in a pretend tea party, or navigating a social game—play becomes a powerful tool to encourage meaningful growth.

Who We Serve
FRIENDS ABA is here for children of all ages who may be navigating:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • ADHD
  • Language & developmental delays
  • Behavioral or social-emotional challenges
  • And more...

We offer center, home and community-based services, designed to meet children where they are—developmentally and emotionally.

More Than Therapy — We’re Family
When you join FRIENDSABA, you’re not just accessing quality care—you’re joining a community that celebrates your child for exactly who they are. We partner with families every step of the way to ensure support is not only effective, but compassionate and consistent.

Let’s grow, play, and thrive—together.




PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Developmental and Functional Skills

Building the visual, verbal, and motor skills children need to communicate effectively, participate in play and everyday activities, develop greater independence, and succeed in academic settings.

Social Skills and Relationship Building

Supporting individuals in developing positive social interactions, building meaningful relationships, improving social communication skills, and strengthening self-confidence and self-esteem.

Language and Communication

Developing effective communication skills to help individuals express their needs, wants, thoughts, and emotions while improving their ability to understand and respond to others.

Adaptive Skills

Developing the practical skills needed to increase independence and participate successfully in everyday life. These skills may include dressing, toileting, personal hygiene, meal preparation, setting the table, shopping for groceries, and completing other daily living activities.

Play Skills

Supporting the development of a variety of play skills, including interactive play, independent play, imaginative or pretend play, and appropriate use of technology-based activities.

Executive Functioning

Supporting the development of goal-directed behavior and self-management skills, including memory, attention, planning, organization, self-awareness, cognitive flexibility, emotional regulation, and problem-solving.

Cognitive Skills

Supporting the development of perspective-taking and “Theory of Mind,” including the ability to recognize, understand, and interpret one’s own thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and the thoughts and feelings of others.

Academic Skills

Supporting the development of language arts and math skills to help children build confidence, increase independence, and participate successfully in classroom assignments and other academic activities.

ABA Intervention

Social Skills Support

Social Skills Support

🤝 Social Skills Support at FRIENDS ABA At FRIENDS ABA, we offer specialized Social Skills Support for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental differences. Our program is thoughtfully designed to help children build meaningful connections, grow in confidence, and navigate social environments with comfort and joy. We take a play-based, assent-centered approach—creating a safe and engaging space where children feel heard, respected, and eager to participate. Every activity is guided by the child’s interests and consent, ensuring learning is both effective and empowering.

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Behavior Intervention Plans

Behavior Intervention Plans

🔍 Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) Empowering Children Through Understanding, Respect, and Support At FRIENDS ABA, our Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) are thoughtfully developed using insights from a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)—with a strong focus on the child’s perspective, preferences, and needs. We recognize that all behavior communicates something important, and we work to understand the why behind those behaviors in a respectful, child-centered, and assent-informed way. Our approach ensures that children are not simply managed—they are heard, supported, and actively involved in their own progress through a foundation of trust, collaboration, and meaningful engagement.

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Verbal Behavior Therapy

Verbal Behavior Therapy

🗣️ Verbal Behavior Therapy Teaching Language with Purpose, Meaning, and Joy At FRIENDS ABA, we use Verbal Behavior Therapy (VBT) to help children become confident, purposeful communicators. Grounded in the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and inspired by the work of B.F. Skinner, our approach is enriched by a deep respect for each child’s autonomy, preferences, and unique learning style. We believe that communication should be both functional and empowering—and that it should happen in a way that feels safe, engaging, and fun. That’s why our VBT sessions are built around a child-centered, assent-based philosophy, using play-based therapy to inspire participation, connection, and progress.

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Contact

  • 1617 Ridgewood Avenue, Holly Hill, FL, USA
  • Suite E. 202

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