ABA-LLC is proud to announce that their new ABA Therapy clinic in Somerset, KY is open! Though our photos show the clinic after hours, during the day it is bustling with clinicans and clients! The new space is a huge expansion for the homegrown agency. With the addition of a new clinic, ABA-LLC is able to double the amount of clients they see each day.
What is ABA-LLC?
ABA-LLC provides compassionate care for individuals of all ages in need of behavioral health services. This includes children and adults on the Autism spectrum, individuals with brain injuries, and individuals with developmental or intellectual disabilities. The agency began in Somerset in 2007, and has since expanded throughout the state. ABA-LLC operates clinics in Louisville, Lexington, McCreary County, London, and of course: a large homebase in Somerset. With over 150 expert clinicians and state of the art facilities, ABA-LLC prides itself on offering a wide array of services. This includes Applied Behavior Analysis therapy, early intervention services, in-home behavior therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, supported employment, person-centered coaching, community access, personal assistance services, and more.
ABA Therapy Clinic IN Somerset, KY
Some local families may be familiar with ABA-LLC’s downtown clinic space at 105 College St. Does this new building mean the downtown location will close? No, ABA-LLC’s downtown clinic space will continue to be open, with the opening of the Creek Terrace location denoting an expansion for the agency, not a move. “The Creek Terrace location adds 5,000 sq ft of clinic space to our current 3,500 sq ft. Expansion will allow us to over double the amount of children and families we currently serve.” says ABA-LLC Executive Director. Chris George “Having two locations will allow us to use our College street location for our early learners and those with more significant behavioral challenges. As learners advance in their skills, they will transition to our Creek Terrace location.”
The Creek Terrace ABA-LLC Clinic features individual treatment rooms for ABA therapy, Occupational therapy, and Speech therapy. There is also a large communal space with varying dividing wall heights for individual work, a full size classroom, and a huge movement room. The property also has a large outdoor area, featuring both a concrete pad for tricycles, bicycles and basketball and a grassy area for soccer, football, croquet, and even a playground!
The variety of spaces both inside and out will allow us to meet the needs of every unique learner…this space is definitely not one size fits all!”
-Chris George, BCBA & Executive Director
Clinic Photos
George’s years of experience in the field informed the design of the new space. Over years in the public education setting, George wanted to find a way to prepare students for classrooms. “Having started my career as a classroom based special education teacher, and spending one day a week in public education classrooms during the school year; I fully understand all of the random variables that challenge our learners in a classroom setting. We will be able to technically design and shape classroom readiness skills in a focused, systematic way that will allow them success far beyond our clinic walls. I can’t wait to graduate our learners with a data-backed certificate that says they have acquired the skills to be successful in the public education setting. We’re honored to approach our services in a way that supports and benefits the greater community, our local school districts, and the amazing teachers and classroom aides.”
ABA: Having Fun, Saving the world
In everything the agency does, ABA-LLC is set apart from its competitors by its uniquely person-centered approach. The agency strives to provide services from a place of deep love for the population they serve. Their work exemplifies the belief that every individual has a right to live a fulfilling and independent life integrated within their communities. There is no objective to change a person, but rather to give them the tools they need to succeed. B.F. Skinner summarizes this vision in his quote: “I’m not trying to change people. All I want is to change the world in which they live.”
ABA-LLC is thrilled to continue to grow in their homebase of Somerset, Kentucky. They are grateful to be part of such an incredible community that has always believed in and backed the business. They cannot wait to see what this new space will bring to the community at large!