The FreshStarts Approach
A Full-Circle, Client-Centered Therapy Model
At FreshStarts, we believe in delivering real results through a compassionate, personalized approach to ABA and behavioral therapy. Our dedicated team focuses on creating meaningful breakthroughs for each child and their family. We combine proven therapies with ongoing staff development and continuous collaboration with families to provide a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to each child’s unique needs.
Our Process: Step-by-Step
Consultation Request:
The journey begins when you reach out to request a consultation. One of our Breakthrough Leaders will contact you to schedule the initial meeting at the primary therapy location. This consultation will introduce you to your Breakthrough Leader, answer any questions you may have, and allow both parties to exchange all necessary information. During this meeting, we will review our Service Agreement, responsibilities, payment information, and insurance details.
Observation:
Following the consultation, we conduct an assessment to evaluate your child's short- and long-term goals. During this phase, the Breakthrough Leader will observe your child and create a personalized program based on the child’s strengths, weaknesses, and behavioral patterns. This ensures that the program is tailored to their specific needs, using the latest assessment criteria.
Behavior Plan:
Once the assessment is complete, your Breakthrough Leader will develop a comprehensive behavior intervention plan, which will guide ongoing therapy. This plan is accessible to you through the Breakthrough Journal and in a physical Breakthrough Binder for easy reference at home. The plan will be continually updated to reflect your child’s progress and evolving goals.
Insurance Approval:
We handle all insurance-related matters on your behalf. By requesting the necessary insurance details at the appropriate stages, we assist in obtaining authorization for services and provide you with clear information on coverage, deductibles, and benefits. This allows you to focus on your child's care while we ensure your services are affordable and covered by your plan.
Scheduling of the Breakthrough Team:
Once the therapy plan is in place, we will schedule therapy sessions based on the number of hours recommended by your Breakthrough Leader. Our goal is to accommodate your family’s schedule and provide a team that is best suited to meet your child’s needs. Scheduling is flexible, and we strive to ensure that therapy times are convenient for you.
Real-Time Supervision:
Each therapy session is closely supervised by your Breakthrough Leader to ensure that therapy is being implemented correctly. Team members are fully prepared before arriving at the therapy location and continuously communicate with the Breakthrough Leader to address challenges and celebrate breakthroughs.
Benefits of Videos:
Therapy sessions are recorded to allow you to track your child’s progress and share milestones with loved ones. These session highlights are uploaded to your online Breakthrough Journal, making it easy to stay connected to your child’s progress, wherever you are.
Generalization:
One of the key aspects of our therapy is teaching your child how to generalize lessons learned in therapy to real-life situations. This method ensures that skills are transferable and usable in everyday environments, supporting your child’s long-term success.
Ongoing Training and Trustee Group:
To ensure continued success, your Breakthrough Team member will attend weekly team meetings for collaboration and further training. The Trustee Group® is available for consultation if any issues arise, ensuring that all challenges are addressed and the therapy plan evolves as necessary.
The Breakthrough Journal:
Each month, the Breakthrough Leader conducts a formal follow-up meeting to assess your child’s progress. This includes tracking data, discussing accomplishments, and updating goals in your Breakthrough Journal. You’ll be able to review this progress and share it with family and friends.
Next Month’s Scheduling:
If any scheduling conflicts arise or changes are necessary, your therapy schedule will be adjusted accordingly. You will receive updated schedules on a bi-weekly or monthly basis to ensure consistency in therapy and ongoing support.
Collaborative Approach
At FreshStarts, we believe collaboration is key to delivering long-lasting results. We ensure that every child’s therapy is supported by a team of two Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) or Assistant Analysts (BCaBAs). These professionals assess your child’s needs and guide the treatment plan, while also partnering with a dedicated Breakthrough Partner (RBT). This team-based approach ensures that each therapy plan is as comprehensive as possible.
