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How to Make the Most of ABA Parent Training: What to Ask
November 3, 2025
Parent training during ABA therapy is your chance to check in, understand what’s happening, and learn how to support your child at home. You don’t need to know all the ABA terms — what you bring as a parent is just as powerful as the data.
Asking the right questions helps you stay involved, confident, and aligned with your child’s team.
Stay Involved in Your Child’s ABA Journey
Parent participation is a big part of successful ABA. When you ask questions, you build clarity and strengthen teamwork with your therapist.
This helps you know what’s going well, what needs extra support, and how to help your child outside therapy time.
Questions to Ask During Parent Training
Understanding Your Child’s Goals
- What goals are we working on right now?
- How do these goals support my child’s independence?
- What skills are coming up next?
- How do you measure progress for each goal?
Supporting Skills at Home
- How can I practice these skills during daily routines?
- What should I do if my child struggles with a skill at home?
- Can you show me how to use reinforcement the right way at home?
- Do you have visuals or communication tools I should use here too?
Handling Challenging Moments
- How do you respond to challenging behavior in ABA therapy?
- What should I do at home when this behavior happens?
- What signs tell me my child is getting overwhelmed?
- How can I help prevent meltdowns or frustration?
Being a Team
- How often will you review progress with me?
- If something isn’t effective, how do we adjust the plan?
- How can I stay consistent with what you’re doing in sessions?
Keeping It Real
- What strengths are you noticing in my child lately?
- What motivates my child best during sessions?
- Can you explain that strategy in simpler terms?
- Is there something I should focus on first so it doesn't feel overwhelming?
Good ABA parent training should feel supportive, not intimidating. If something isn’t clear — ask. That's what these conversations are for.
Support for Your Family
If you’re just beginning your journey or wondering whether ABA therapy might help your child, starting with an autism evaluation can provide clarity and direction.
At Divine Steps Therapy, we believe families thrive when they feel supported and included. We offer:
- In-home ABA for learning in your child’s natural environment
- ABA therapy services across:
- Maryland
- Virginia
- North Carolina
We partner with families to build independence, communication, and confidence — step by step, together.
Ready to feel supported every step of the way? Connect with Divine Steps Therapy today.
FAQs
How often should parent training sessions happen?
Many families meet weekly or biweekly — but the schedule depends on your child’s plan and your needs.
What if I feel nervous asking questions?
Totally normal. A good ABA team welcomes your questions and explains things in a way that makes sense.
Can I suggest goals for my child?
Yes — your input is important. You know your child best, and therapy works best when goals fit real life at home.
Sources:
- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6269398/
- https://online.regiscollege.edu/blog/aba-parent-training
- https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2024-24548-022
- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7720449/
- https://www.autismspeaks.org/applied-behavior-analysis
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