- At Anderson Behavior Consulting we believe in using Best Practices for children with autism.
- Our behavior consultant is a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) who is fully trained in ABA and verbal behavior.
- Our programming is scientifically driven using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
- Our approach is based on the Verbal Behavior Protocol.
- We use the Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills - Revised Edition (ABLLS-R) (Partington, 2006).
- All our Behavior Consultants and Program Managers are completely trained (by our Director) in:
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) & The Verbal Behavior Protocol, as well as...
- Behavioral observation techniques, Data collection, & Functional Assessments/Analysis.
- We believe that Parents make the best teachers for their children with autism.
- We coach and train parents in behavioral programming until they are confident in ABA techniques.
- We give the power back to the family!!
Our philosophy:
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Since we have a board certified behavior analyst (BCBA) as our Director, we are fully committed to scientifcally proven methods using applied behavior analysis (ABA), that rely heavily on data collection and analysis.
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Your childs individualized early intervention program will rely on thorough data keeping in order to track learning and enhance smooth transition of programming as your child progresses through the ABLLS-R programming.
Our Clinical Director:
- Michele L. Anderson, M.A., BCBA
- A Registered Board Certified Behavior Analyst
- Trained in Advanced Verbal Behavior in a Consultant workshop by Dr. Vince Carbone, Ed.D., BCBA
- Trained in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) through Southern Illinois University
- Trained in Autism and Special Education at the University of British Columbia
- Trained in Psychology and ABA at the University of Manitoba
- Over 12 years of experience in the field of Autism, ABA & early intervention programs
- Travels to the Okanagan and Interior BC to work with clients in need of home ABA programs or functional assessments for problem behaviors
Program Manager in the Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby Areas (PRESENTLY ON MATERNITY LEAVE AS OF MAY 28, 2009):
- Jill Jordan, B.A.
- Trained in psychology and early childhood development at the University of Victoria
- Has her Life Skills Counseling Diploma from Rhodes Counseling College in Vancouver, BC
- Trained in ABA/Verbal Behavior and Autism by our Director
- Over 3 years of experience in the field of Autism and ABA
- Over 5 years of experience working with children with special needs
Program Manager in the Delta, Surrey, Langley Areas:
- Kim Darling
- Has her certificate as a special education teaching assistant
- Over 12 years experience working with children with autism in ABA programs
- Worked as an educational assistant with children with autism
- Worked as a Sr. BI in ABA/Verbal Behavior programs for 3 years
- Trained in ABA and Verbal Behavior by our Director
Junior Program Manager and Senior Behavior Interventionist for the Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby, Surrey and White Rock Areas:
- Maggie Cheng, B.A.
- B.A. with a focus on speech and language
- Speaks and understands both Mandarin and Cantoneese
- More than 4 years experience working with ABA in home programs
- Over 3 years experience working with ABC
- Trained in ABA and Verbal Behavior by our Director
- Working towards her BCaBA certification (Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst)
