ABA Therapy, Social Skills Training, Parent Training
Address: 382 Racetrack Road
| McDonough, GA
30252
Rating: 4.00
(3 reviews)
Insurances:
Aetna,
Ambetter,
AmeriGroup,
CareSource,
Cigna,
ComPsych,
Humana,
Peach State Health Plan,
Tricare,
Wellcare,
Magellan Health,
Optum Health / United Behavioral Health,
Ages Served:
Children to adults
Care Settings:
In-school,
In-clinic,
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About Pathways Autism Center - McDonough
Pathways Autism Center is a leading provider of applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy services. We strive to create a collaborative environment which includes our experts and your family. By working together, we’ll create a plan that is tailored to your child’s unique needs maximizing growth in communication, development, and independence.
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.
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382 Racetrack Road,GA,30252
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I am very disappointed in the way things are handled with this company There was a incident on last week where Josiah was hit 3 times by another client of Pathways and no one has reached out to discuss that with me at all. Very unprofessional Josiah has not only one ringworm but 3 There is no hesitation to contact me any other time in regards to scheduling or things you all need and I was expecting that same sense of urgency when my child is physically harmed while in Pathways care The procedures you all have in place for this constant ringworm situation is ridiculous. There is no way my son should have contracted ringworm the number of times he has since being a client at this establishment. It is ineffective for you all to wait until a kid goes to a doctor to confirm ringworm before you send out the email letting parents know someone has had ringworm we all know what a ringworm looks like the time it takes to do all of that multiple kids will have spread it and thats why my son keeps getting them. That or the professional cleaners and therapist arent doing a great job of making sure these children are washing hands and sanitizing things before and after they are played with. I witness a therapist hand my child his cereal snacks with her bare hands which I completely was against and requested that never happen again back when Ms. C was his case manager. The lack of staff and cancellations is ridiculous as well.
Tekeyah Walker
26 May 2024
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My two children 4 and 12 go to Pathways in Mcdonough. We have been going for 1.5 years and LOVE everyone here. Our therapist have been amazing and we love them as if they are part of our family. My four year old was non-verbal when she first started and is now talking in 3-4 Word sentences. They are patient kind hard working respectful and so much more. I HIGHLY recommend them.
Heather Crowe
26 May 2022
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My son has been going here for about two years. Everyone here has been absolutely amazing. Pathways has really helped not just my son but the entire family. I would recommend pathways to anyone whos kiddo need that extra help
Nikki Lane
26 May 2022
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.
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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