To Infinity and Beyond ABA

At its core, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is about understanding and supporting individuals in ways that honor their unique experiences and strengths. For those within the neurodivergent community, ABA services can be incredibly valuable when designed with respect, empathy, and a deep commitment to affirming each person’s identity.
To Infinity and Beyond ABA services are given with the understanding that there is no one “right” way to be. This approach focuses on supporting individuals with autism and other neurodiverse conditions while valuing their differences rather than trying to “fix” them.
Here’s how we can help support:
1. Behavioral Assessments-ABA services begin with a comprehensive assessment that focuses on the person’s strengths, interests, and preferences, ensuring that interventions are tailored to meet the needs of the individual, not just to address behaviors.
2. Building on Strengths
ABA doesn’t just focus on reducing undesirable behaviors; it emphasizes building upon existing skills and strengths. We will celebrate talents and abilities, whether it’s in communication, problem-solving, creativity, or other areas, and uses these strengths to foster further growth.
3. Emphasizing Autonomy and Self-Advocacy
A key principle of ABA is helping individuals develop skills for independence and self-advocacy. This approach supports individuals in learning how to express their needs, wants, and preferences, empowering them to be more in control of their own lives.
4. Respecting Communication Differences
Whether a person communicates through speech, sign language, AAC devices, or other methods, neurodiversity-affirming ABA services respect and support the individual’s chosen mode of communication. The goal is not to force conformity to mainstream standards but to enhance communication in a way that feels authentic for the individual.
5. Behavior Support, Not Behavior Elimination
Rather than aiming to eliminate “challenging” behaviors, we work to understand the reasons behind those behaviors and teach alternative, functional ways of expressing needs or desires. The goal is to increase positive behaviors and decrease those that are harmful or limiting while respecting the individual’s autonomy.
6. Collaborative Approach with Families and Communities
We recognize that support systems, including family, caregivers, and communities, play a critical role in an individual’s success. These services involve collaboration with families to ensure that strategies are applied consistently in a way that aligns with the family’s values and the individual’s needs.
7. Inclusive and Compassionate Environment
To Infinity and Beyond ABA is rooted in inclusion and compassion. Therapists and practitioners work to create a safe, understanding environment where individuals feel valued for who they are, not for their ability to conform to societal norms.