Branching Out: Trailblazers
ABA Therapy for Teens with Autism
Branching Out: Trailblazers offers after-school ABA therapy for teens ages 13–18. This program is reserved for those who continue ABA therapy services after Explorers. In a supportive setting, we help teens prepare for adulthood by focusing on independent living and social skills.
ABA Therapy That Grows With Your Child
At BlueSprig, many families continue ABA during the school years with Branching Out: Explorers (ages 7–12). This program builds on early intervention skills learned in the Sprouts and Sprigs programs. When ongoing support is needed, teens can move to Branching Out: Trailblazers (ages 13–18). Trailblazers is reserved for families in our Explorers program and adapts to each teen’s needs for a confident step into adulthood.
ABA Excellence for Every Age, at Every Stage
Every teen needs a strong support system to navigate common challenges, including school transitions and independent living. For teens with autism, ABA therapy can help to foster and promote key skills your child will need to tackle their teen years with confidence.
We offer customized therapy plans that grow with your child as they prepare to enter adulthood. Our treatments are tailored to your child’s unique strengths, challenges, and aspirations. Our team works closely with parents to identify goals, continuously monitor your child’s progress, and make adjustments to their treatment as needed.
Our Trailblazers approach includes customized treatment plans that emphasize:
- Transitional Planning for Adulthood: With the help of their therapy providers, teens can feel empowered to take their next steps.
- Advanced Social Skills Training: As social demands increase, your child will have a safe and comfortable environment to practice their social skills.
- Independent Living Skills: Preparing to take steps into adulthood and independent living may be daunting, but a foundation in ABA therapy principles helps to ensure that learned skills are retained.
- Executive Functioning Development: Your child’s therapy providers will assist them as they grow in their ability to complete necessary tasks, providing consistent reinforcement.
The Branching Out Trailblazers program ensures that teens continue to gain confidence in the core skills they need to grow, helping them feel ready for the future.
Why Choose BlueSprig?
A supportive therapy team can be a helping hand as your child navigates their teen years. At BlueSprig, our clinicians use compassionate ABA therapy strategies to empower your child to embrace their strengths, overcome obstacles, and become more independent as they prepare to take their next steps, no matter what that may look like.
As your teen grows at their own pace, the expert team of Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) at your local BlueSprig center will create a customized plan of care that’s tailored to their unique needs.
Resources for Teens with Autism
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Contact BlueSprig Today
At BlueSprig, our ABA therapy providers make it convenient to receive services that best suit your child’s needs. Our supportive staff is available to provide services early in the morning, late into the evenings, or even on weekends to accommodate the schedules of our families.