Behavior Consultation
Understanding Behavior. Creating Meaningful Change.
When behavior begins to interfere with daily routines, relationships, community participation, or independence, families may find themselves asking:“Why is this happening and what can we do differently?”
At Supported Behavior, our Behavior Consultation services help autistic adolescents and adults and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities better navigate behavioral challenges that may be affecting their everyday lives.
Rather than focusing only on stopping a behavior, we work to understand why the behavior may be occurring, what the individual may be communicating, and what skills or supports may be needed instead.
Using evidence-based principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), we develop individualized strategies that focus on meaningful, practical change while respecting the individual's dignity, preferences, and independence.
When Behavior Becomes a Barrier
Behavior becomes a concern when it begins interfering with an individual's ability to participate successfully in everyday life.
Families may seek Behavior Consultation for concerns such as:
Aggression
Self-injurious behavior
Property destruction
Verbal outbursts
Refusal or avoidance
Difficulty with transitions
Difficulty accepting changes in routine
Emotional or behavioral escalation
Challenges tolerating denied or delayed access
Repetitive behavior that significantly interferes with daily activities
Difficulty completing hygiene or self-care routines
Challenges participating in household responsibilities
Difficulty accessing the community
Behaviors interfering with employment or vocational activities
Communication-related frustration
Difficulty with personal boundaries
Other behaviors limiting independence or quality of life
Every situation is different. Before recommending strategies, we work to understand the individual and the circumstances surrounding the behavior.