Helping Children Meet Their Full Potential Faster
Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention (EIBI) is a proven approach for treating young children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This early intervention provides structured behavioral therapy, often starting as early as age 2 or 3, to promote positive behaviors, communication, and social skills while reducing challenging behaviors.
Early Start: EIBI begins at a young age, typically around 2 or 3, to maximize developmental outcomes.
Behavioral Therapy: Rooted in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), EIBI uses evidence-based techniques to break down skills and reinforce positive behaviors.
High Intensity: Children typically receive 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy weekly, with intensity adjusted as they progress.
Individualized Programs: Each EIBI plan is tailored to the child's needs, focusing on communication, social skills, play, and self-help.
Ongoing Assessment: Progress is regularly monitored, and the program is adjusted to meet the child's evolving needs.
Parental Involvement: Parents are trained to support their child's development and apply learned skills in everyday settings.
EIBI is effective in improving outcomes for many children with autism, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis, tailored intervention, and family involvement.
EIBI is a structured, evidence-based therapy designed for young children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It focuses on promoting positive behaviors, improving communication and social skills, and reducing challenging behaviors through early intervention, starting as young as age 2 or 3.
Starting EIBI early, typically around ages 2 or 3, is crucial because it maximizes developmental outcomes. Early intervention takes advantage of the critical period in a child's development, leading to better long-term improvements in communication, social skills, and behavior.
EIBI is rooted in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and is highly intensive, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week. It is individualized to each child's needs, focusing on essential skills like communication, social interaction, play, and self-help, with ongoing assessments to adjust the program as needed.
Parents are an integral part of EIBI. They receive training to support their child's development and are encouraged to apply the skills learned in therapy to everyday situations, helping to reinforce progress and ensure consistency across different environments.
A child's progress in EIBI is regularly monitored through ongoing assessments. The therapy program is continuously adjusted to meet the child's evolving needs, ensuring that the intervention remains effective and aligned with the child's developmental goals.
