Parent training isn't just attending therapy sessions
Parent training vs therapy
Observation isn't coaching
Watching your child's therapy session is helpful, but parent training goes deeper. You learn the theory behind what we're doing, practice strategies yourself, and get feedback on your implementation.
Homework isn't coaching
Some providers give parents worksheets or reading assignments. Parent training is hands-on, in-the-moment coaching during real situations your family faces.
Lectures aren't coaching
We don't stand in your living room and explain ABA principles. We show you, coach you through it, and adjust based on what's actually happening with your child.
Your BCBA identifies which behaviors are most challenging and which skills your child needs most. Together, you decide what to focus on first.
Your BCBA explains the strategy, shows you how it works, and explains why it's effective for your child specifically.
You practice the strategy with your child while your BCBA coaches you. They give real-time feedback: "Try prompting a little differently" or "That redirect was perfect."
You use the strategy at home, report back on what happened, and adjust based on what you learned.
As your child masters skills, your BCBA teaches you new strategies and how to phase out prompts gradually.
Parent training is powerful. Here are additional resources across Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, Virginia, and Maryland that support families raising children with autism.
Autism Tennessee
Parent education, support groups, and resource coordination across Tennessee.
Autism Society of North Carolina
Parent training workshops, support groups, and Camp Royall family programs.
The Arc of Maryland
Family support services, parent advocacy training, and resource coordination.
Statewide Parent Advocacy Network (SPAN)
Parent training on special education rights, IEP coordination, and advocacy across New Jersey and surrounding areas.
