Family Behavior Solutions, Inc. (FBS) is a private group practice of specialized Behavior Analysts and therapists. We have a passion for helping children and their families, and our mission is clear: for our FBS Team to follow our mission every day
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225 Newman Ave.,RI,02916
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Profit-focused company the progress of the children is not prioritized. Inconsistent staffing leads to frustration within both the children and employees. Staff are fired promptly without any notice or reasoning. Very poorly managed and employees wellbeing is unimportant to higher ups. There is a lot of petty drama that many employees cannot keep out of the workspace.
Erinn C
17 March 2024
google review
Worked with the company for almost 8 years. So many opportunities for growth within the company. My favorite part of my job is forming relationships with the children and watching them gain new skills
kayla couture
17 March 2024
google review
Always professional and caring. Helpful and kind. Would recommend to anyone looking for this kind of service.
Halley Pastore
17 March 2024
google review
Great company to work for staff are knowledgeable and kind
Jessica Place-Waugh
17 March 2024
google review
This company is very unprofessional please if youre looking for help for your child DO NOT Use this company. Inquire information on your ABA worker people are not always what they seem. Very IMPORTANT KEEP CAMERAS IN YOUR HOUSE They do not take parents concern seriously. I have soo much more to say about this company uncaring practices. But I cant right now. Replying to owner. When it did matter when help was needed that response was NOT GIVEN. No one was there to offer Availability to Listen or To Learn .. THAT OFFER CAME TOO LATE
Lety Nieves
17 January 2024
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This is a great company to work for Everyone is super helpful to new staff. There is also a culture of support that is extended to everyone.
Krystal McConnell
17 June 2023
google review
After seeing so many great things happen here at FBS I felt compelled to write a personal and honest review. The environment is safe inclusive and kind. Our commitment to both clients and staff is unmatched and I could not be prouder to be a part of it all.4 stars because there is always room for growth.
Britt Williams
17 May 2023
google review
I was initially excited to join FBS and continue to grow my knowledge in the field as a BT. It was my goal to take on as much responsibility as I could and facilitate positive change in clients. However my experience with this company was extremely disheartening. To begin incoming staff are given insufficient training. Had this been my introduction to aba I would have felt completely lost and overwhelmed. To add to this BTs are supposed to receive 1 hour of supervision for every 10 hours of direct therapy yet this never happens unless you count being watched on a camera and being talked ABOUT as supervision.I observed falsified data collection on multiple occasions as well as improper use and implementation of aba terminology all while being trained. Being in this environment made me feel as though I were regressing as a BT.Next this company is anything but collaborative which is a huge problem since aba is all about teamwork. Despite BTs putting in the direct therapy they are discredited and left out of decision-making for clients. In addition BTs are not allowed to have any contact with families which raises a huge red flag for me as parents deserve to know who their children are working with each day. I felt extremely small and insignificant as a BT in this company it felt as though management did not trust their staff enough to even write clinical notes or have any contact with the families. Despite management making their BTs feel inadequate they have no problem using their ideas and discrediting them given the opportunity.The hostility and drama in this company is worse than I have ever experienced. The worst part is management facilitates a lot of it. In my time at this company I witnessed drama get blown out of proportion because management joined in and shared confidential information rather than remaining neutral or encouraging teamwork. This was particularly difficult to witness given that drama takes away from clients services.Almost daily I had multiple people in management ignore my greetings or questions and I took it personally until many others shared their same experiences. I witnessed and received unnecessary comments and CONSTANT dirty looks and eyerolls that made me dread showing up to work. They made feeble attempts at boosting the morale of the center but it all felt artificial since they continued to treat staff poorly.Considering the company is small upper management is made up of a group of friends. This makes communicating confidential concerns feel impossible as everything seems to come back around and create more trouble.I was initially excited to join this company and had the pleasure of meeting some amazing clients and staff. However the overall morale of this company disappointed me. FBS had the potential to be a good aba provider but they fell short on compassion and professionalism. There are some innate soft skills that are crucial to being a good employee especially in management skills that cant be taught like kindness. Until these kinds of staff are in charge I feel no real change can happen. It was unfortunate to leave but it was crucial for my own growth and mental health.
tiffany warner
17 May 2023
google review
My son just started with them at their camp. AMAZING doesnt even explain it. My son LOVES going and in 2 weeks hes almost fully potty trained because of his therapists and their hard work. Nicole the owner has been in touch with me several times whether its checking in or to celebrate another day of no toilet accidents. I would ABSOLUTELY recommend this company to anyone looking for ABA for their loved one or child. All ABA agencies have huge turn over rates with employees. We were with Groden before FBS and we had SEVERAL therapists over a 3 year span most of which had no experience. They have to learn somewhere and Id rather have someone get to know everything about my son so they know how to get him to be his best self.
Becky Nadeau Araujo
17 March 2022
google review
There are so many bad things I can say about this company. Best advice I can give someone looking to get help for their child is to find another company. There is nothing professional about them. There is a reason every qualified person that worked there has now left. Ask them about their turnover rate. Also the drama at this place is ridiculous. They all talk about each other and the families. I wasted an entire year of my daughters life with this place. Look elsewhere. The five star reviews are all from employees at the time.
Kristen H
17 March 2020
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Autism-friendly camps come in all shapes and sizes, making it easier for you to find the one that best suits your needs. An autism-friendly camp may come in the form of a day camp, meaning you drop your child off in the morning and pick them up later that afternoon, or as an overnight camp. The camp programs can range in length from a few days to a few weeks. The campers that attend autism-friendly camps may be autistic only or a mixture of neurotypical and neurodivergent kids. When it comes to support for your child, some camps offer 1:1 support while others have a higher camper-to-counselor ratio.
When choosing the perfect camp for your child there are five key things you should keep in mind:
Interests: What does your child like to do? A sports camp probably wouldn’t be a good fit for your little bookworm. Finding the right summer camp that sparks your child’s excitement will aid in transitioning to and from camp, while also ensuring they enjoy their experience.
Professional Support: How much support does your child need? A traveling camp may not be best for your child who tends to elope. Some camps offer 1:1 support for your child, while others may have a higher camper-to-counselor ratio. When looking for a camp, pay close attention to those ratios to ensure there is adequate support for your child’s unique needs.
Specializations: Does the camp specialize in a specific area? If your child is nonverbal and the camp has excellent experience working with nonverbal children, it may be the perfect fit!
Responsiveness and Accommodations: Pay special attention to camps that meet with you one-on-one either by phone, video chat, or in person, to mark out a personalized support plan for your child. You can relax knowing they’re on top of things and making sure your child is properly supported. Don’t be afraid to ask tons of questions —a great camp will welcome them!
Location and Commitment: Not many people like a long commute. You know your child’s comfort level better than anyone else, so you’ll know what’s best for them, whether it’s a half-day camp, a full day, or an overnight experience.
Here are just a few of the benefits of summer camp for autistic children:
Fostering Social Skills: Summer camp is an excellent opportunity for your child to learn about different social scenarios they may face as they grow up and provide them first-hand experience in how to approach those situations in a safe and supportive environment.
Maintaining Mental Stimulation: With school out during the summer months, a child with autism may be missing out on many of the core structures inherently provided by the classroom and their classmates. No matter what sort of camp you choose or your child’s unique needs and interests, summer camp is a great way to keep your child mentally stimulated and challenged.
Friendship: Depending on the camp size, campers are often divided into smaller groups defined by age, interests, gender, and/or needs. These groups not only give your child the opportunity to closely identify with a group that they belong to but provide them an opportunity to learn how to make friends.
Independence and Confidence: Possibly the greatest benefit of summer camp for your child is the independence they gain. While the counselors are there for support and guidance, kids will have their own responsibilities and choices to make while at camp. Your child will be doing activities independently and actively learning what they like and don’t like. Having these sorts of experiences can boost a child’s self-confidence and nurture your child’s natural curiosity about the world.
Here are a few alternative options to consider:
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT): CBT helps by identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It's useful for those dealing with social anxiety or difficulties. CBT addresses cognitive patterns and provides strategies to manage social challenges.
Group therapy: Group therapy offers a supportive space where individuals can practice social skills. They can feedback from peers and a therapist. It allows interaction with others who understand and learn from each other.
Play-based interventions: Play therapy or play-based interventions work well for younger children or those who learn through experiences. Play activities target specific social skills like turn-taking and problem-solving in a safe and engaging setting.
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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Address: 225 Newman Ave.
| Rumford, RI
02916
Rating: 3.20
(18 reviews)
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(401) 270-7110
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