ABA Therapy for Teens: Real Words. Real Calm. Real Progress.
As a parent, you’re not looking for generic therapy—you want to see real progress at home and in life. You want to hear more words, manage fewer meltdowns, and know your teen is gaining independence. That’s exactly what Achieving Stars Therapy is here to deliver—through in-home ABA therapy tailored to teens.
Finding the Breakthroughs That Matter Most
As a parent, you’re not looking for generic therapy—you want to see real progress at home and in life. You want to hear more words, manage fewer meltdowns, and know your teen is gaining independence. That’s exactly what Achieving Stars Therapy is here to deliver—through in-home ABA therapy tailored to teens.
What Does Our Therapy Look Like?
ABA therapy for teens focuses on communication, emotional regulation, and life skills. When delivered in-home, progress happens where it matters most—within your teen’s routines, challenges, and comfort zones.
Our programs are customized for every teen and led by a BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) who understands the developmental needs of adolescents with autism.or Teens with Autism?
How Can We Help Your Teen to Communicate Better?
We teach language that connects. From early words to fluent sentences, your teen will build verbal and nonverbal communication through structured play, natural interactions, and evidence-based interventions.
“She went from 5 words to over 100 in less than 3 months.”
Explore our communication-focused ABA programs to learn how we customize therapy for language development.
HeadingMotivation First – Dr. Robert Koegel – Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT)
We identify natural rewards your child truly enjoys, making each success in the bathroom feel positive and worth repeating.
Joint Engagement – Dr. Connie Kasari – JASPER Model
We join your child’s focus, read their cues, and create trust before moving through each step of the process.
Social Understanding Made Simple – Sir Simon Baron-Cohen
We use visual stories and cue cards to help your child understand what’s coming next and feel more in control.
Natural Environment Teaching – Dr. Karen Pierce
We practice in the setting your child uses every day—your home bathroom—so skills transfer naturally.
Executive Function Support – Dr. Adel Najdowski
We break the task into clear, repeatable steps that are easier to remember and master.
What About Meltdowns, Self-Harm, or Aggression?
We reduce high-risk behaviors using positive, compassionate techniques. With consistent ABA support, teens learn safer responses, better coping strategies, and emotional regulation that lasts.
“My kid no longer has to wear a helmet… ABA changed our lives.”
This work starts with a comprehensive behavior plan created by your assigned BCBA and implemented in your home.
Will Your Teen Become More Independent?
Independence isn’t just a goal—it’s a measurable outcome. We teach teens essential life skills like:
HeadingMotivation First – Dr. Robert Koegel – Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT)
We identify natural rewards your child truly enjoys, making each success in the bathroom feel positive and worth repeating.
Joint Engagement – Dr. Connie Kasari – JASPER Model
We join your child’s focus, read their cues, and create trust before moving through each step of the process.
Social Understanding Made Simple – Sir Simon Baron-Cohen
We use visual stories and cue cards to help your child understand what’s coming next and feel more in control.
Natural Environment Teaching – Dr. Karen Pierce
We practice in the setting your child uses every day—your home bathroom—so skills transfer naturally.
Executive Function Support – Dr. Adel Najdowski
We break the task into clear, repeatable steps that are easier to remember and master.
- Personal hygiene
- Managing daily routines
- Cooking and simple tasks
- Time management and transitions
“He’s trending toward independence and living his life with minimal supervision.”
Our daily living skills programs are structured for real-world success.
What If My Teen Struggles at School or in Social Situations?
Our ABA programs support teens in building focus, flexibility, and friendships. Whether it’s classroom routines, peer interactions, or after-school programs, we equip teens to succeed socially and academically.
“Thanks to years of ABA, my kids now attend a regular school.”
Our school readiness and social skills interventions help teens thrive in broader environments.
Why Do Families Choose Achieving Stars for Teen ABA?
At Achieving Stars Therapy, we understand that adolescence brings a unique set of behavioral, emotional, and social challenges. That’s why every therapy plan is:
HeadingMotivation First – Dr. Robert Koegel – Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT)
We identify natural rewards your child truly enjoys, making each success in the bathroom feel positive and worth repeating.
Joint Engagement – Dr. Connie Kasari – JASPER Model
We join your child’s focus, read their cues, and create trust before moving through each step of the process.
Social Understanding Made Simple – Sir Simon Baron-Cohen
We use visual stories and cue cards to help your child understand what’s coming next and feel more in control.
Natural Environment Teaching – Dr. Karen Pierce
We practice in the setting your child uses every day—your home bathroom—so skills transfer naturally.
Executive Function Support – Dr. Adel Najdowski
We break the task into clear, repeatable steps that are easier to remember and master.
- ✅ BCBA-Supervised — customized by licensed professionals with experience in teen development
- 🏠 In-Home & Naturalistic — skills taught where your teen actually uses them
- 🤝 Parent-Coached — we empower you with strategies that work beyond therapy hours
- 🎯 Results-Driven — focused on practical wins, not just clinical reports
Learn more about our ABA therapy services and how we partner with families across 5 U.S. states to support teens with autism.
