Welcome To Strong Beginnings
Dedicated to Improving the Quality of Life for Children with Autism
ABA Therapy Yuma, AZ
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Hello & Welcome!
Strong Beginnings, LLC has been dedicated to improving the quality of life for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and other developmental delays through evidence-based treatment interventions in Yuma County since 2015 with center and home-based services.
With the use of evidence-based procedures and treatments based on principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), we provide an effective and individualized treatment plan to help children acquire and retain skills essential for independence.
At Strong Beginnings we use the least intrusive interventions and strive to provide a positive learning environment.
We look forward to helping your child succeed!
How We Can Help
ABA Therapy
The Applied Behavior Analysis/Verbal Behavior (ABA/VB) program includes 1:1 therapy for children currently enrolled with Strong Beginnings from a trained behavior therapist under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or direct service from a BCBA.
Hours of therapy can range up to 40 hours per week.
Public Training
We provide comprehensive training to law enforcement, public agencies and private businesses wanting to enhance their understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders and other developmental delays.
We help to prepare your staff to effectively provide services to children with special needs.
School Consultations
Our consultant works with school staff to coordinate and enhance educational and behavioral services for children and adolescents currently enrolled with Strong Beginnings with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other development delays.
Allow us to help prepare your staff to create the best learning environment for children with special needs.
Learn more new autism trainings available in Yuma, AZ through a partnership with SARRC.
Insurance & Payment
Strong Beginnings is an in-network provider for the insurances listed below. We are always working towards contracting with new insurance companies to better serve Yuma County. If your insurance is not listed, please contact us to discuss case-by-case agreements.
Please call our office so that we can provide you with our current fee schedule.
United Healthcare
Community Plans
CRS Fully & Partially Integrated
BUFC
Banner University- AHCCCS
Banner – University Family Care
*Must be enrolled in Health Home for ASD services
Arizona ESA
Arizona Empowerment Scholarship
Classwallet vendor + debit card accepted
Get To Know Us
Meet Our Behavioral Analyst
Berenice Diaz, MEd., BCBA, LBA
Founder & Director
Berenice is the founder and director of Strong Beginnings, LLC. Her journey and passion to work with children began at the age of 18 as she began working within the public school system, loved it and never left the field. Growing up in Yuma and being involved with the school system made her realize that there was lack of resources for the community and families of children diagnosed with Autism.
She decided to complete her Bachelors Degree in Elementary and Special Education from Northern Arizona University and became dual certified in Elementary and Special Education through the state of Arizona. She wanted to provide more intensive support to families, so she went back to school and received her Masters in Special Education with an emphasis in Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis and began her journey in providing applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy.
With over 15 years of experience working with children with special needs in both school and home setting, Berenice is dedicated to providing quality services and give back to the community that has seen her grow as a student and professional. She pledges to provide a strong beginning to helping your child grow!
Meet Our Support Staff
Landy
MEd., BCBA, LBA
Learn More About Me
Landy is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Behavior Analyst. She has been with Strong Beginnings since July 2016. She received her Masters of Education degree in Curriculum and Instruction: ABA from Arizona State University.
Landy looks forward to continuing to learn and grow in the field of ABA.
Lysbeth
MEd., BCBA, LBA
Learn More About Me
Lysbeth has a Masters in Education and is a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst and Licensed Behavioral Analyst. She has been working with Strong Beginnings since 2015.
Working with children has always been her passion!
RBTs
Ms. Cece
Ms. Joanne
Ms. Karolina
Ms. Vanessa
Mr. Rafael
Ms. Yareli
Ms. Carmen
Ms. Allie
Office Staff
Yean Diaz, Office Administrator
Nataly, Office Manager & Intake Specialist
Premiere ABA Therapy
Ready to see how we can help your child succeed? Strong Beginnings is the proud leader of ABA Therapy and Autism Services in Yuma County.
Whether you are looking for ABA Therapy, Parent Training, or School Consultations, contact us today to see how we help ‘Skills Blossom & Children Grow’.