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Does ABA Therapy Feel Repetitive for Kids? What Parents Should Know
September 23, 2025
If you’ve heard of ABA therapy, you might wonder: isn’t it repetitive? The truth is, yes — repetition is part of the process. But it’s not about doing the same thing endlessly. Instead, it’s a powerful way to help children with autism learn, remember, and apply skills in real life.
Repetition in ABA therapy builds consistency, encourages mastery, and promotes independence. Just like practicing a sport or musical instrument, children need repeated opportunities to strengthen skills.
For example, asking for help might be practiced during snack time, in a game, or while playing outside. It may look similar, but it’s never exactly the same — that variety keeps learning fun and practical.
At Divine Steps ABA, we use repetition in meaningful and engaging ways. Our therapists design programs tailored to each child, so learning feels natural rather than boring. Through in-home ABA therapy, daily routines become teaching moments.
We proudly serve families with ABA therapy in Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina, and we also provide autism evaluations to guide families toward the right support.
Repetition isn’t about making therapy dull. It’s about creating opportunities for growth, building confidence, and helping kids thrive.
Ready to see how ABA therapy can help your child? Contact us today to get started!
FAQs
Why does ABA therapy use repetition?
Because practice makes progress, and repetition helps children master skills.
Will my child feel bored?
No — therapists use play, variety, and natural settings to keep sessions enjoyable.
Does repetition mean the same activity over and over?
Not exactly. The same skill may be taught in different ways and environments.
Sources:
- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3709868/
- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9458805/
- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10226907/
- https://autism.org/learning-styles-autism/
- https://www.autismspeaks.org/tool-kit-excerpt/autism-classroom-strategies
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