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Budding Futures uses Functional Behavior Assessment and positive reinforcement ABA techniques to help children with autism reduce aggressive behaviors across Colorado. Research shows that ABA-based interventions reduce aggression in 80% of cases when the function of the behavior is correctly identified and addressed with replacement skills.
Aggression is one of the most common behavioral challenges in children with autism spectrum disorder. Research published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders estimates that 25-50% of children with ASD display some form of aggressive behavior, including hitting, biting, kicking, or throwing objects. These behaviors are not random. They serve a function for the child, often communicating frustration, sensory overload, or an unmet need when the child lacks the language or skills to express it another way. For children who are nonverbal or minimally verbal, aggression often serves as their primary form of communication.
Budding Futures starts with a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) to identify what triggers your child's aggression and what function it serves. From there, your BCBA builds a plan using evidence-based techniques. Functional Communication Training (FCT) teaches your child alternative ways to request what they need. Differential Reinforcement of Other behavior (DRO) rewards periods without aggression. Antecedent modifications change the environment to reduce triggers before they escalate. When aggression co-occurs with oppositional defiant disorder, your BCBA addresses both patterns together. These are not punishment-based strategies. Budding Futures uses only positive reinforcement approaches, delivered in your home where the behaviors actually happen. Skills learned in the real environment transfer better than skills learned in a clinic.
Budding Futures delivers ABA therapy across four settings: home, school, daycare, and community. For children with aggression, this matters because triggers vary by environment. A child who is calm at home may struggle at school, or vice versa. Our school collaboration team coordinates with teachers to keep strategies consistent across settings. Our BCBAs build environment-specific strategies and train parents through our parent coaching program so you can respond effectively between sessions. Your BCBA reviews session data weekly and adjusts the plan as your child progresses. Learn more about how our 4-phase ABA process works.
Colorado Medicaid covers ABA therapy for children under 21 with an autism diagnosis through EPSDT. Most private insurers also cover ABA under Colorado's autism insurance mandate. Budding Futures verifies your benefits before your first session at no cost to your family.
One conversation. That's all it takes to find out if Budding Futures is the right fit. We'll answer your questions, check your insurance, and connect you with a BCBA who'll get to know your family.