Parent Training in Salt Lake City, Utah
You are your child's most important teacher. Our parent training program equips you with the knowledge and skills to support your child's growth every hour of every day, not just during therapy sessions.
Enroll in Parent Training
Therapy is 40 Hours. Life is 168.
Even the most intensive ABA therapy program accounts for only a fraction of your child's week. The remaining hours, spent at home with family, represent an enormous opportunity for continued learning and growth. Parent training transforms those everyday moments into therapeutic opportunities.
Research consistently shows that children make faster progress when parents are actively involved in their treatment. When the strategies used in therapy are reinforced consistently at home, skills generalize more quickly and behaviors improve more dramatically.
Our parent training program is not about turning you into a therapist. It is about giving you the tools to understand your child better, communicate more effectively, and navigate daily challenges with confidence.
Evidence-Based Techniques
One-on-One Coaching
Whole Family Focus
Practical Application
What You Will Learn
Our training covers the essential knowledge and skills every parent of a child with autism needs.
Understanding Behavior
Learn to identify the function of your child's behaviors. Understanding why a behavior occurs is the first step to addressing it effectively.
Key Skills:
- Identifying triggers and antecedents
- Recognizing functions of behavior
- Understanding reinforcement principles
Communication Strategies
Discover how to encourage and support your child's communication, whether they use verbal language, sign language, or an AAC device.
Key Skills:
- Prompting language appropriately
- Expanding utterances naturally
- Using visual supports effectively
Managing Challenging Behaviors
Gain practical strategies for preventing and responding to difficult behaviors in a way that promotes learning and reduces frustration for everyone.
Key Skills:
- Prevention strategies
- De-escalation techniques
- Implementing consistent consequences
Teaching Daily Living Skills
Learn how to break down complex tasks and teach your child essential self-care and independence skills step by step.
Key Skills:
- Task analysis techniques
- Using visual schedules
- Fading prompts systematically
How Parent Training Works
Assessment of Needs
Your BCBA identifies your family's specific challenges and priorities. What behaviors are most concerning? What skills would make the biggest difference in daily life?
Individualized Training
You receive one-on-one training sessions with your BCBA, focusing on the specific strategies most relevant to your child and situation.
Practice and Feedback
You practice implementing strategies during therapy sessions and at home, with ongoing coaching and feedback to refine your approach.
Expected Outcomes
Parents who complete our training program report significant improvements in their ability to support their child and in overall family wellbeing.
- Confidence in handling challenging situations
- Consistent approaches across all caregivers
- Deeper understanding of your child's needs
- Skills to continue progress between therapy sessions
- Reduced family stress and improved quality of life
- Stronger parent-child relationship
Flexible Training Options
We understand that parents are busy. Our training program is designed to fit into your life, not the other way around. Sessions can take place during your child's regular therapy time, allowing you to learn while observing real examples.
Training is provided by your child's supervising BCBA, who knows your family intimately and can tailor recommendations specifically to your situation. This is not generic advice; it is personalized coaching.
Parent training is typically included as part of your child's overall ABA treatment plan and is covered by insurance. The number of hours recommended will depend on your family's needs and goals.
Training for the Whole Support Team
Consistency is crucial for children with autism. That is why we extend our training to include grandparents, nannies, babysitters, and other caregivers who play a significant role in your child's life. When everyone uses the same strategies, your child experiences less confusion and makes faster progress.
Grandparents
Helping extended family understand and support your child effectively.
Caregivers
Training nannies and babysitters to maintain consistency when parents are away.
Siblings
Age-appropriate strategies for brothers and sisters to support and interact.
Become Your Child's Best Advocate
Parent training is one of the most powerful investments you can make in your child's future. Contact us today to learn how our program can help your family.