Appalachian Behavior Support Services, LLC (ABSS) is a private organization, located in Johnson City, Tennessee, whose goal is to provide science based applied behavior analysis (ABA) treatment for young children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other developmental disabilities. Treatment is comprehensive and is driven by behavioral assessments including, but not limited to, Functional Analysis, the Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills (ABLLS) and measurable behavioral change. Members of the ABSS team include Board Certified Behavior Analysts and behavior specialists who work with individuals, families, related professionals and educators in order to maximize potentials for early learners.
Appalachian Behavior Support Services, LLC offers assistance in identifying behavior disorders including Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder – ADD/ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders and other forms of problem behavior and special needs. Please see what is new in 2008 for families and school teachers to find the best course of action, support and treatment.
About Behavior Analysts
- Behavior Analysis is the study of behavior
- Behavior Analysts use science based approaches to treatment which produce measurable outcomes in a wide variety of human services
- Behavior Analysts help children and their caregivers prevent and reduce challenging
behavior while promoting and maintaining growth and new skills
- Board Certified Behavior Analysts have a Master's Degree or Ph. D. in behavior
analysis or closely related field. Some behavior analysts have completed minimum coursework requirements to qualify to apply for the BCBA examination and credential in addition to their graduate degree in another field.
- They have received specialized education and training in behavior analysis
- They have participated in supervised experience with another, previously qualified behavior analyst, with credentials greater to or equal to their own
- They have taken and passed a comprehensive professional examination developed and monitored by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board
- Board Certified Behavior Analysts also participate in continuing education activities specific to behavior analysis every year
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