Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) 

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is grounded in decades of scientific research aimed at understanding the principles that shape learning and behavior. At Empathy Pediatrics, we harness these principles thoughtfully and systematically to achieve meaningful, socially significant outcomes that are uniquely tailored to each child. While ABA has many applications, it is widely recognized as a highly effective approach for supporting children on the autism spectrum, who may encounter unique challenges in reaching developmental milestones.

Families of children with exceptional needs often notice that essential skills like listening, attending, imitating, and communicating can take longer to develop. Additionally, some children may exhibit challenging behaviors that make learning more difficult. Watching your child face these challenges can be incredibly hard, but at Empathy Pediatrics, we see boundless potential in every child. Our dedicated team of ABA therapists is here to help your child overcome obstacles, reduce challenging behaviors, and develop the foundational skills they need to grow and thrive. We are honored to partner with you on this journey, celebrating every step forward with hope and encouragement.

Our approach is flexible, individualized, and client-centered, adapting to address the specific needs and challenges your child faces.

Tarik Al-Hidry

At Empathy Pediatrics, our clinical team is committed to understanding and achieving the unique goals of each family. We take pride in delivering measurable, meaningful results and back our efforts with diligent data collection and analysis, giving you clear insight into your child’s progress.

While data collection and scientific evaluation are hallmarks of ABA, some assume this makes therapy overly structured. But ABA therapy at Empathy Pediatrics is anything but rigid. Our approach is flexible, individualized, and client-centered, adapting to address the specific needs and challenges your child faces. With continuous assessment and adjustments, we ensure targeted support is provided where it’s most needed, empowering your child to grow and thrive with empathy and intention.

Among various treatment options, what sets ABA apart is the depth of empirical support backing its effectiveness. Thousands of scientific studies published over the past several decades have demonstrated the success of ABA interventions in tackling a wide range of challenges experienced by individuals on the autism spectrum—from acquiring foundational language skills to navigating complex social environments. This extensive body of research has led to ABA being recognized as the standard of care for individuals with special needs.

At Empathy Pediatrics, we uphold this standard by ensuring that ABA therapy is implemented and supervised by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), making it the most effective approach to help individuals overcome the unique challenges of autism and achieve their goals. While some may view data collection and scientific evaluation as creating a rigid structure, our approach is anything but. ABA therapy at Empathy Pediatrics is adaptable, individualized, and deeply client-centered, addressing the specific needs of each child. With continuous assessment and adjustment, we provide support precisely where it’s needed, helping your child grow and thrive with empathy, insight, and intention