Our Process from Intake to Discharge
Getting a therapy program started can be time-consuming. This is especially true when using health insurance benefits to pay for treatment. We will help you every step of the way. Insurance companies require preauthorization of most therapy services. In order to receive preauthorization, your provider will need to submit proof of diagnosis, a comprehensive assessment... Read more »
Early Intervention for Toddlers!
Without an early start, children miss out on vital social skills and become more likely to develop aggressive and dangerous behaviors. We know that waitlists for behavioral therapy are long. Way too long. But toddlers should not be waiting! Their time is too precious. Eligibility Your child may apply to move to the front of... Read more »
3 Simple Rules to Get Started
Some kids do not easily learn from everyday life. These kids miss out on important social lessons like how to learn in a group or how to make a new friend. This is where a behavioral therapy program comes in. When you begin a therapy program, it is best to start simple. Focus on these... Read more »
Teaching Friendly Requests
This is part 2 of our Social Skills for Happy Kids series Appropriate requesting is a primary goal of any good social skills program, whether for toddlers, teens, or adults. When your child approaches you and looks at your face, you know for sure that she is communicating with you, rather than talking to herself... Read more »
Happy Kids Make Friendly Requests
Sometimes, kids get what they want in not-so-great ways. They whine, they cry, and they grab things out of our hands. We all have tough days and forget our manners. But for some kids, it’s not just a tough day. Happy people of all ages can ask for what they want. And they can tolerate... Read more »
Hannah Alejandria, RBT, Graduate Intern
Hannah Alejandria is a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and Graduate Intern with Patterson Behavior Services. In this role, she assists our BCBAs as they create treatment plans, assess skills, and train parents and RBTs. Hannah also works directly with children to teach new skills and reduce challenging behaviors. Hannah completed her bachelor’s degree in psychology with a... Read more »
Amanda Breed, RBT
Amanda Breed is a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with Patterson Behavior Services. In this role, she works directly with children to teach new skills and reduce challenging behaviors. Amanda has been an RBT for 2 years and is currently studying to become a Behavior Analyst. She completed her bachelor’s degree in psychology at Hobart and William... Read more »
Susan Thomson, Clinical Administrator
Susan Thomson is the Clinical Administrator for Patterson Behavior Services. In this role, she acts as a liaison between our providers, families, and health insurance companies. Susan completed her bachelor’s degree at the University of Central Arkansas and has worked in a variety of healthcare and administrative settings. In particular, her background as a pediatric occupational... Read more »
Valerie Zagursky, BCBA
Valerie Zagurksy started out as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with Patterson Behavior Services. Now, Valerie is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. In this role, she creates treatment plans, assesses skills, and works with a team of parents and RBTs to create learning opportunities for each child. Valerie has worked in the field for more... Read more »