What are the different types of ABA Therapy?
Different types of ABA therapy include DTT, NLA, and PRT, each tailored to individual needs.
ABA therapy encompasses various approaches and techniques tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals with autism. In Colorado and Texas, some common types of ABA therapy include Discrete Trial Training (DTT), Natural Language Acquisition (NLA), and Pivotal Response Training (PRT). DTT involves breaking down skills into small, manageable steps and teaching them through repetition and reinforcement. NLA focuses on teaching communication skills in natural settings, promoting spontaneous language use. PRT emphasizes motivation and engagement, allowing individuals to choose activities that interest them while learning essential skills. Each type of ABA therapy is designed to address specific challenges and goals, ensuring a personalized approach to treatment. Families should work closely with their ABA providers to determine the most suitable type of therapy for their child's needs, ensuring effective and meaningful progress.
Nicole Parks
Nicole is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and a leader at Illuma, where she helps guide our parent-first approach to autism therapy. With over 20 years of experience supporting families in clinics, homes, and schools, Nicole brings deep expertise in helping parents feel confident, capable, and seen in the therapy process. She’s passionate about simplifying ABA so that real families can use it in real life—without needing to be experts. As a parent herself, Nicole knows the power of early support and believes that parents, not programs, are the most powerful agents of change.
Brooke Marsico, PA-C
Brooke Marsico completed her physician assistant training at Midwestern University in 2011. She began her practice in the field of Obesity Medicine at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago where she practiced from 2016 to 2021. She went on to treat patients living with obesity at Cleveland Clinic from 2021 to 2022 prior to joining the team at Form Health. Brooke is passionate about helping patients living with obesity achieve meaningful weight loss and improve their health. Her practice focuses on individualized behavioral and pharmacological intervention to help patients reach their goals. She is also experienced in managing patients who have a history of bariatric surgery.
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