📚 Acquiring new skills
- The child struggles to learn new skills — academic, social, or self-care.
- Fails to generalize learned skills to new situations.
- Has lost skills they previously had.
Therapy for children aged 0–7
Applied Behavior Analysis — a structured approach to behavioral difficulties
Structured work on attention, following instructions, communication, acquiring new skills, and cooperation. Suitable for behavioral difficulties and emotional instability.
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In a few words
What is Applied Behavior Analysis
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a science of human behavior. It studies how behaviors form, are learned, and change, and applies the scientific principles of learning in practice with children. Through it we help the child acquire new skills, build communication, and improve attention and cooperation — through a clear structure and systematic work.
This is not merely “training” — it is the purposeful, measurable building of skills that were until now beyond the child’s reach. We start from what the child can already do and build up step by step, with every gain documented objectively.
Every ABA session at the center follows an individual plan that I — Iva Petkova — draw up after the individual consultation. Sessions are led through play and structured activities, in a safe environment, with respect for the child’s pace.
When it fits
What difficulties ABA helps with
ABA is appropriate when the child encounters specific behavioral or communicative difficulties. Among the typical situations are:
🎯 Attention and cooperation
- Cannot hold attention on a task, even briefly.
- Refuses to take part in structured activities or sabotages them.
- Does not follow instructions, even when they understand them.
💬 Communication and social skills
- The child does not respond to their name, does not follow gaze, does not share interest.
- Does not communicate with words or gestures, or communication is limited.
- Avoids contact with other children or does not understand social rules.
- Does not imitate behavior, speech, or play.
⚡ Behavioral difficulties
- Strong emotional reactions — tantrums, crying, meltdowns at refusal or transitions.
- Aggression toward themselves, parents, or other children.
- Refusal to follow instructions or take part in activities.
- Behavior that creates daily stress at home or in kindergarten.
🔄 Adaptation and self-regulation
- Transitions between activities or environments are extremely difficult.
- The child cannot calm down on their own after being overwhelmed.
- Reacts over-intensely to changes in routine.
These difficulties often have an explanation in the way the child learns and interacts with the world. Through structured work, ABA can lead to real and lasting changes in behavior.
A structured process
How an ABA session unfolds
The structure of the session is not random. Every session is planned in advance, conducted according to the plan, and documented — both in writing and in specialized software that objectively tracks correct responses and the child’s emotional state in real time.
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Before the session
The therapist reviews the child’s individual plan and the feedback from the last session. They prepare the specific activities for the day — which skills we will work on, how many repetitions, what intensity, and what adaptations are needed given the child’s mood and capacity.
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During the session
The session takes place in a structured and predictable environment. We work through play and through concrete tasks that build the target skills. The therapist records, in real time, the correct responses, the level of cooperation, and the child’s emotional state. This allows objective assessment rather than general impressions.
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After the session
The therapist prepares written feedback immediately after the session — what we worked on, how the child did, what the strong moments were, and what adjustments lie ahead. It is uploaded to the child’s personal folder together with the software data, so that progress is seen objectively over time.
Concrete skills
What we develop through ABA
The goals of ABA are always concrete, measurable, and aligned with the child’s real life.
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Attention and focus — holding attention on a task for increasingly longer periods.
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Following instructions — from simple (basic commands) to complex (sequential steps).
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Communication — building functional speech or alternative forms of expression.
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Acquiring new skills — academic, play-based, social, self-care.
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Cooperation — willingness to take part in joint activities with an adult or other children.
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Self-regulation — coping with frustration, transitions, and strong emotions.
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Reducing unwanted behavior — by replacing it with acceptable and adaptive behavior.
First step
We do not start ABA without an individual consultation
It is necessary for two reasons: first, to assess whether ABA is the right therapy for the child, and second, so that I can draw up the individual plan the therapist will follow.
The individual consultation is a two-hour meeting that I conduct personally. It includes preparatory materials, observation in real time, and a written plan within 7 working days.
120 EUR
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Frequently asked questions
?How often are the sessions?
It depends on the child and the goals set. Usually sessions are several times a week, since ABA works best with regular, consistent work.
?How long does a session last?
The standard duration is 60 minutes, but for younger children or those with lower tolerance, sessions can be shorter at first. They are gradually extended as capacity builds.
?What is expected of the parent?
After every session you receive written feedback with concrete guidance for work at home. You are invited to attend the sessions to see how we work and to grasp the logic.
?Isn’t ABA just “drilling”?
No. This is a common misconception based on outdated practices. Modern Applied Behavior Analysis works through positive reinforcement, respect for the child, and an individualized approach. The goal is to build skills, not to “impose” behavior.
?What if the child refuses to take part?
This is normal and often expected at the start. We work through play, safety, and the gradual building of trust. First the child needs to feel calm with the therapist; then the real work begins.
?Can we start therapy without a consultation?
No. The individual consultation is a mandatory step before any therapy at the center.
Work ethics
Principles of work
✓We work through positive reinforcement, not punishment or shame.
✓We do not promise quick “miracles.” We promise a real plan, objective measurement, and gradual progress.
✓We respect the child’s individual pace.
✓Every session is documented — nothing relies on verbal memory.
✓We work in partnership with parents, not in isolation from them.
✓The goal is generalization — for the skill to apply in real life, not only in the office.
A look inside
The place where we work
Structured rooms with a calm environment and materials chosen according to the child’s goals. Every activity has a prepared setup.
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Get to know our ABA therapy
Visual supports and templates
Corner for instruction work
Space for parent training
Small-group work
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The first step is always the same — an individual consultation with me. It's where you'll receive a clear assessment, a concrete plan, and direction on what comes next.
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External supervisionAll work under oversight
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International trainingRegular team qualification
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