Why families choose ABC
At Action Behavior Centers, our autism services help autistic children learn practical life skills, build independence, and reach milestone moments. We proudly provide evidence-based ABA therapy in a compassionate and supportive environment. Learn more about what sets us apart.
Immediate access to care
Starting ABA therapy early can help your child build skills during an important time in their development. With centers close to home, your child can begin treatment right away.
Coordinated care
We work with your child’s speech, occupational, feeding, and physical therapists so they can hold sessions right in our centers. Your child gets support in a familiar place, with fewer trips and fewer changes in setting.
Family Guidance
You’re an active part of your child’s care team. Twice a month, a BCBA leads a Family Guidance session with you. You’ll learn practical strategies you can use during therapy and in everyday routines at home.
School readiness support
In center-based ABA therapy, BCBAs and RBTs help your child practice skills used at school, like communication, social interaction, and executive function. For school-age children, ABC Academy builds on that work and helps connect what they learn in therapy to the classroom.
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Frequently asked questions at our Tinley Park, Illinois, ABA therapy center
What is ABA therapy, and how does it work?
ABA therapy is an evidence-based treatment for autism that uses positive reinforcement and play-based techniques to help children reduce target behaviors and learn new skills. ABA therapy at Action Behavior Centers’ Tinley Park location in Tinley Park, Illinois, is tailored to the individual needs of the child.
What is the M-CHAT-R-R autism screener?
The M-CHAT-R-R is a trusted screening tool used by families in Tinley Park to detect early signs of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It’s designed to maximize sensitivity, ensuring as many children as possible who may benefit from evaluation are identified early.
Is that a good idea?
It’s understandable to hope your child will “catch up,” but waiting to get an autism diagnosis in the Greater Chicago / Tinley Park area can mean missing critical early intervention windows. Getting an early autism diagnosis lets your child begin therapies like ABA sooner, which can improve communication and social skills. Starting ABA therapy at our Tinley Park autism center early, ideally between 18 months and 5 years, gives your child the best chance to grow and reach their goals.
Does my child need an autism diagnosis before starting ABA therapy?
Yes, a formal autism diagnosis is required before a child can begin ABA therapy at Tinley Park in Tinley Park, Illinois. A diagnosis is necessary before a child can access early intervention services, qualify for insurance, and receive autism evaluation support in school. Action Behavior Centers offers no-cost autism evaluations at our Tinley Park location, including the ADOS-2.
What is the age range of children you serve in Tinley Park?
At our Tinley Park autism therapy center in Tinley Park, Illinois, we serve children diagnosed with autism from 18 months to 8 years and offer personalized ABA therapy to meet their needs.
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Does ABA therapy work?
Yes! Decades of research show that applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy is an effective, evidence-based treatment for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Studies demonstrate that children who receive intensive ABA (typically 20–40 hours per week over two or more years) make significant progress in communication, social interaction, and daily living skills. Many are able to participate in school and community activities alongside their peers.
While every child responds differently, ABA therapy remains one of the most studied and proven approaches for supporting growth and development.
What are individualized goals in ABA therapy?
Every child’s applied behavior analysis (ABA) treatment is personalized. BCBAs® assess each child’s strengths and needs, collaborate with families, and set measurable goals.
Examples of measurable goals include:
- Increasing spoken requests for toys from five to 10 times a day
- Initiating play with peers at least three times daily
- Following handwashing steps in four out of five opportunities
- Identifying 10 new household objects by name
How can ABA therapy help my child?
Every child’s journey is unique, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy is personalized to meet your family’s priorities. At ABC, we focus on helping children diagnosed with autism build practical, everyday skills while supporting families along the way.
ABA therapy can help your child grow in:
- Communication: Using words, gestures, or devices to express needs and connect with others
- School readiness: Learning to imitate, follow routines, and build pre-academic skills
- Behavior support: Finding safe, effective ways to meet needs while reducing unsafe behaviors like aggression, self-injury, or elopement
- Social skills: Playing with peers, sharing, and taking turns
- Self-care: Practicing routines like brushing teeth, washing hands, and cleaning up toys
ABC’s clinical research shows strong outcomes: 86% of families report major reductions in challenging behaviors within the first year of therapy, along with continued progress as goals evolve.
Is ABA therapy effective for autism?
Yes! Every autistic child is unique, and some children experience more significant progress with applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy than others. However, studies show that children who receive two or more years of intensive behavioral interventions, including ABA therapy, can often participate in school and social activities at the same level as their peers.
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