The Johnson Family – Orlando, FL
Ethan was diagnosed with autism at the age of 3, and his parents, Lisa and James Johnson, were initially overwhelmed by the diagnosis. They struggled to find a therapy that could help their son communicate better and manage his daily routines. After hearing about House of Hearts ABA, they reached out and began therapy at their home in Orlando.
Ethan's journey with ABA therapy started with simple goals—enhancing communication and reducing tantrums. Through personalized therapy sessions with his BCBA, Sarah, Ethan made remarkable strides in expressing himself using a combination of verbal and non-verbal cues. His tantrums, once a daily challenge, reduced significantly, and he started interacting more with his peers at preschool.
Within a year, Ethan was able to follow multi-step instructions and was thriving in social settings, something his parents never imagined possible. "House of Hearts ABA has changed our lives. Ethan is so much more confident, and our family feels whole again," said Lisa.
Child: Ethan, Age 5
Therapist: Sarah H., BCBA
The Rodriguez Family – Miami, FL
Sofia was a bright, energetic child but had difficulty interacting with other kids and struggled with repetitive behaviors. Her parents, Carla and Marco Rodriguez, sought out ABA therapy after noticing that these challenges were hindering her development and school performance. They connected with House of Hearts ABA in Miami and started home-based therapy sessions tailored to Sofia's needs.
David, Sofia’s RBT, used play-based ABA techniques to help her develop social skills and manage her repetitive behaviors. After six months of consistent therapy, Sofia began making eye contact and engaging with her classmates during playtime. Her repetitive hand-flapping reduced, and she showed improvements in focusing on school tasks.
By the end of the year, Sofia was participating in group activities at school and making friends. Her parents were thrilled with her progress. “We’re so grateful to House of Hearts ABA. Sofia is now a happier child who loves going to school, and we owe it all to the amazing team that worked with her,” said Marco.
Child: Sofia, Age 7
Therapist: David K., RBT
The Williams Family – Tampa, FL
Liam had been receiving ABA therapy for a few years with little success, and his parents, Rachel and Greg Williams, were losing hope. Liam struggled with aggression and severe sensory sensitivities, making day-to-day activities difficult for the family. When they learned about House of Hearts ABA in Tampa, they decided to give ABA therapy one more chance.
Jessica, Liam’s new BCBA, developed a unique approach that focused on sensory integration and coping strategies for his aggression. She worked closely with Liam’s parents, providing them with tools to handle challenging behaviors at home. Within a few months, Liam’s outbursts lessened, and he started using sensory tools to manage his discomfort in different environments.
After a year of therapy, Liam had made significant improvements. He was able to attend family outings without major incidents and even started playing baseball with other kids in the neighborhood. "It’s like we have our son back," Rachel shared. "House of Hearts ABA has given us the skills and support we needed to help Liam flourish."
Child: Liam, Age 9
Therapist: Jessica P., BCBA
ABA Therapy:
Real Life Success Stories
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Anywhere
Receptive and expressive language
Increasing independence
Decreasing challenging behaviors
Community
Pre-voc skills
Following directions
Tolerating crowds
Social interactions
School
Following the classroom schedule
Engaging with peers
Increasing on-task behaviors
Transitions
Home
Completing daily routines
Hygiene skills
Appropriately engaging with family members
Play and leisure skills