Behavioral Consulting of Tampa Bay (BCOTB) - Tampa
Parent Support, ABA Therapy, Early Intervention
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Address: 9225 Bay Plaza Blvd., Suite 401
| Tampa, FL
33619
Rating: 3.70
(3 reviews)
Insurances:
Aetna,
Anthem Blue Cross,
Cigna,
Humana,
Tricare,
UnitedHealthcare,
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS),
Magellan Health,
Managed Health Network (MHN),
Ages Served:
Children
Care Settings:
In-clinic,
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About Behavioral Consulting of Tampa Bay (BCOTB) - Tampa
Behavioral Consulting of Tampa Bay, Inc. is a privately-held organization owned by a local Board Certified Behavior Analyst committed to changing the lives of families and children, by providing quality behavioral services and interventions at a very competitive rate.
When arriving at one of our therapy centers, you and your child are met with warm, friendly
Please note that without member information we cannot guarantee that
your specific plan covers these services. We recommend asking the care
provider before beginning services.
Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross
Cigna
Humana
Tricare
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9225 Bay Plaza Blvd., Suite 401,FL,33619
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(813) 440-4933
info@bcotb.com
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My son loves this place He goes running in there as soon as we get in the door The whole team has been nothing but pleasant and very patient in explaining everything they do. They upload the assessments everyday of therapy on an online portal they encourage you to sit-in on therapy time and can attend IEP meetings. We are blessed to be here. My son is thriving thanks to ABA provided here.
Zayda Arroyo
17 March 2024
google review
My son attends BCOTB and has made tremendous progress since he started. All of his goals and programs are tailored completely to him which helps him progress in all areas from life skills to language skills. The BCOTB team is clearly invested in his development and provides the perfect mix of professionalism compassion and fun to help each child develop and grow at their own pace. My son is not only learning amazing things from an academic perspective he is also fostering real friendships and relationships and above all he is happy every day he attends. We highly recommend BCOTB Brandon
Grace Fox
17 May 2023
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Andrew Lochow
17 March 2021
Frequently Asked Questions
The simple answer is: whenever you’re ready. You are your child’s greatest advocate and protector. It’s okay if you don’t have all the answers, or aren’t able to perfectly explain everything. You can still educate those around you about your child’s autism when you have the energy to do so. Check out our complete guide for examples and tips.
Teach and practice calming strategies with your child. Helping your child learn how to manage their emotions and reactions is very important. Teach your child different ways they can calm down and relax, such as:
Deep breathing, counting to 10, using sensory toys (like squishy balls or putty), going for a walk, listening to music
Build "relaxation time" into their normal routines and schedules
Practice these when your child is happy and calm so that later, when they’re highly stressed, they can access these skills
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a therapy rooted in the science of learning and behavior. Using principles of ABA, children and adults can learn to improve their communication skills, social skills, and daily living skills while also addressing problematic or challenging behaviors. The primary goal of ABA therapy is to teach helpful skills that promote independence and reduce harmful behaviors. Here's our complete guide to everything you need to know about ABA therapy.
It's a big decision to make for your family! Applied behavior analysis (ABA) seeks to improve communication skills, introduce productive habits, and reduce harmful behaviors. Watch out for ABA providers who look to "cure" autism.
High quality ABA therapy does exist where the goal is not to “fix” children, make them appear “less autistic”, or change who they are. The goal is to help people learn all that they can so they can live to their potential while embracing their unique, individual personality traits. Here's our complete guide to start and end ABA therapy.
ABA is usually covered by insurance if you have an autism diagnosis. Autism is typically the only diagnosis insurance will authorize for ABA services since its benefits have been researched extensively.
Always check with your specific insurance plan to confirm that ABA is covered for your child’s diagnoses and that the provider you are seeking care at is in-network. Here's our complete guide to everything you need to know about ABA therapy.
“Early Intervention” might be the provider’s way of describing services that they provide to babies or young children. However, it might also indicate that the provider is a vendor for your state’s publicly funded program. This means the services with this provider might be covered by your state!
The first step in accessing these free services from your state is to get an evaluation. The evaluation will help the state determine what services your child qualifies for, if any. You can find your state’s local EI program by clicking here.
When you contact your local center, say “I have concerns about my child’s development and I would like to have my child evaluated to find out if they are eligible for early intervention services.” They will ask screening questions and arrange for an evaluation, which is provided for free.
Even if a provider offers parent training, it may look different from one provider to another. For example, an in-home provider might conduct a parent training session directly following a therapy session with your child to help explain what they’ve been working on with your child. At larger organizations, you might have a support group of families who are dealing with similar issues.
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