Rooted Support: BCBA Support

Rooted Support blends evidence-based practices with a strong focus on connection, flexibility, and developmentally appropriate care.

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA): to understand behavior and build meaningful, functional skills that support daily life
ACT-informed approaches (Acceptance and Commitment Training): to support emotional awareness, flexibility, and the caregiver experience
Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions (NDBI): to teach skills through play, interaction, and everyday experiences, drawing from models such as Project ImPACT and Early Start Denver Model to support communication, connection, and caregiver involvement within daily routines

Rooted Support is built on a balance of:

• Following your child’s lead 
• Creating meaningful, motivating opportunities for learning 
• Supporting regulation before introducing expectations 
• Building connection as a foundation for growth 
• Coaching caregivers within real-life moments 
• Providing intentional 1:1 support when appropriate 

This approach focuses on building skills in ways that feel natural and usable in everyday life, not just within sessions. Support is individualized and evolves alongside your child and family, with strategies designed to fit into your routines and what matters most to you.

Sessions are offered 1:1, either in person or via telehealth, and are thoughtfully connected to your child’s everyday life and experiences.

Support may include:

• Direct work with your child 
• Parent coaching and collaboration 
• Real-life application within your routines 

Sessions focus on what naturally comes up day-to-day, such as play, transitions, mealtimes, emotional regulation, and community experiences. You are supported throughout with guidance, modeling, and ongoing collaboration. When direct 1:1 support is used, it is purposeful, targeting communication, play, flexibility, and regulation in ways that carry over beyond the session.

Everything is connected back to your routines, your goals, and what matters most for your family.

Support is individualized based on your child/family's needs, strengths, goals, and everyday routines.

Areas of focus may include:

• Communication and language development (including honoring all forms of communication) 
• Emotional regulation and coping 
• Understanding and supporting behaviors that feel challenging or overwhelming (e.g., tantrums, rigidity, aggression) 
• Play and social connection in ways that feel comfortable and meaningful 
• Daily routines and transitions 
• Building parent confidence and practical, supportive strategies 

Support is provided in ways that respect each child’s individuality, communication style, and sensory needs.