As this month we celebrated Father’s Day and the vital role dads play in their families’ lives, A1A Behavioral Health shines a light on the importance of strong, supportive parenting and emotional well-being for the whole family. Dedicated to providing high-quality behavioral health services across home, school, and community settings, A1A empowers families through personalized care that meets each child’s unique needs. From behavior analysis and parent training to home health and respite care, A1A’s comprehensive approach ensures every family has the tools, guidance, and support needed to raise confident, thriving children.
Kiddos Magazine had the pleasure of interviewing the executive team at A1A Behavioral Health, including Rolando Medina, Rey Breto, and Mailyn Fernandez. During this engaging conversation, we gained valuable insights into the organization’s mission, core services, and commitment to supporting families through personalized behavioral health care.
What is ABA therapy? How does it support children’s development?
Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapy is a scientifically validated approach grounded in principles of learning & behavior. ABA focuses on understanding how behavior functions in real-life situations and how the environment plays a factor in behavior. The primary goal is to increase functional behaviors and decrease harmful, disruptive behaviors which interfere with learning, communication, and independence.
Can you tell us about A1A Behavioral Health? What makes your approach unique?
A1A is a professional premier provider of ABA Therapy in the state of Florida. Our leadership core brings over 75 years of combined experience in behavioral health & health care, with a proven track record of enhancing the quality of life of all those we serve. Our mission, deeply rooted in personal experience with family members and loved ones, results in us bringing not only professional expertise, but also a personal understanding and compassion to the work performed. This perspective drives us to raise the standard of care, ensuring every child receives the support they deserve.
What services do you offer for children and families?
Our team proudly offers quality ABA Therapy to children across Florida. Services are designed to support children diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, ODD, Maladaptive Aggression, Developmental Delay, and other related diagnoses. We accept new patients to include all patient transfers. A1A is an approved provider for most Medicaid Managed Care Plans, state & federal insurance programs, and private pay options. This ensures broad access to care for all families we serve.
Do you offer in-home, school-based, or community-based services?
We tailor services to meet each child’s unique needs within their natural environment. This includes in-home, school-based support, community-based interventions – ensuring therapy is accessible & effective. Furthermore, we operate a state-of-the-art 7000 sq ft treatment center located in Doral. This center allows us to provide early intervention, social skills programs, and school readiness training.
What types of professionals are part of your team?
We pride ourselves of working alongside a highly skilled and compassionate team. Our services, led by the Director of Clinical Affairs & Director of A1A Center work collaboratively with a dynamic support team. Direct care providers, Analysts, and RBTs all bring extensive training and experience to the children we serve. Supporting them is a team of Case Managers, Quality Assurance, Intake Coordinators, Insurance Experts, all of whom ensure we maintain industry compliance and quality service delivery.
How do you involve parents in the therapy process?
Family involvement is essential to ABA Therapy’s success. We prioritize regular, structured parent training sessions. This allows caregivers to be equipped with tools and strategies needed to support their child’s on-going progress. These sessions create opportunities for caregivers, RBTs and Analysts to openly communicate, thus allowing to review & evaluate behavior strategies, track & reinforce progress, collaborate & adjust on treatment plans as needed. This partnership empowers families and solidifies therapeutic gains achieved through our individualized care model.
For more information about A1A Behavioral Health services and to book an appointment email team@a1ahealth.com or visit www.a1ahealth.com
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