ABA Therapy
ABA therapy isn’t just about what happens in a session with a therapist. Parents play a huge role in helping children with autism learn, grow, and thrive. That’s why parent training is a vital part of ABA therapy. When parents understand strategies and feel confident using them at home, progress is faster, smoother, and more meaningful.
How Does Parent Training Work?
Parent training is when ABA therapists work directly with parents or caregivers to teach them strategies that support their child’s goals. Instead of keeping therapy limited to a few hours a week, parent training helps families carry skills into everyday life.
It may include:
- Learning how to respond to challenging behaviors
- Practicing communication strategies
- Using reinforcement effectively
- Setting up routines that support independence
Now here’s why parent training is such a powerful part of ABA:
- Consistency at home and therapy – Children learn best when expectations and strategies are the same across settings.
- Faster progress – Skills taught in therapy sessions are practiced more often at home, making them stick.
- Confidence for parents – Instead of guessing what to do, parents have clear tools to handle challenges.
- Better long-term success – As children grow, parents know how to keep supporting new skills and independence.
In short, parent training makes ABA therapy a team effort, where parents and therapists work side by side.
At Epic Minds Therapy, we believe parents are partners in their child’s progress. That’s why our ABA services in North Carolina always include parent training that’s practical, supportive, and tailored to your family’s needs.
Whether you need in-home ABA for daily routines or school-based ABA to help your child thrive in class, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Contact us today to learn how we can support your family.
FAQs
What happens in parent training?
Therapists show parents strategies, answer questions, and coach them on how to use ABA techniques at home.
Do all ABA programs include parent training?
Not always. But high-quality ABA providers make parent training a core part of therapy.
How often should parent training happen?
It depends on your child’s program, but regular sessions (weekly or biweekly) are common.
Sources:
- https://online.regiscollege.edu/blog/aba-parent-training
- https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2024-24548-022
- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8961090/
- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4516038/
- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9937972/