SERVICES AT ABA STEPS LLC
Comprehensive Behavioral, Communication, Social, and Family Support in Hawaii
At ABA STEPS LLC, we provide evidence-based behavioral services designed to support individuals of all ages. Our programs help children, teens, and adults build communication, emotional regulation, social skills, daily living skills, and independence using compassionate, child-centered ABA practices.
Every program is grounded in modern, trauma-assumed, dignity-driven approaches, including PFA–SBT, PEAK, AIM, BALANCE, and personalized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
We proudly serve participants across home, school, community, and center settings throughout Oahu.
Are you looking for ABA services in Oahu, Hawaii?
At ABA STEPS we provide in-depth ABA services, assessments, training, and more. We’re home to an elite-level team of Behavior Analysts and Technicians. We’re well versed in how to teach and support individuals of all needs. With our help, participants’ will learn the necessary skills to thrive in life!
ABA Therapy Programs
Our core ABA programs support meaningful growth at every developmental stage.
- What Is ABA Therapy? (Overview of goals, approach, and process)
- In-Home ABA Therapy
- Early Intervention ABA (18 months–6 years)
- ABA Therapy for Children (ages 6–12)
- ABA Therapy for Teens (ages 13–18)
- ABA Support for Adults
Each program includes:
- Comprehensive assessment
- Personalized treatment planning
- 1:1 ABA sessions
- Parent training and collaboration
- Ongoing progress monitoring
Specialty Programs & Modalities
Advanced ABA treatment models to support communication, emotional flexibility, and independence.
- PFA–SBT (Practical Functional Assessment & Skill-Based Treatment)- Compassionate, safety-focused intervention for severe or high-risk behaviors.
- PEAK Learning System– A powerful curriculum targeting language, reasoning, and cognitive skills.
- AIM (Accept–Identify–Move)– Mindfulness and emotional regulation curriculum supporting coping, awareness, and flexible responding.
- BALANCE Parent Skills Program- Parent-centered ABA skills training to improve home routines, collaboration, and consistency.
- Preschool Learning Skills (PLS)- Early childhood readiness focusing on imitation, communication, transitions, and pre-academics.
Group Services
Peer-based programs to support social communication, friendship building, and community confidence.
- Social Skills Groups (ages 3–18)- Play-based and structured groups supporting communication, peer interaction, problem solving, and emotional regulation.
- Life Skills & Pre-Vocational Groups (teens & adults) - Functional life skills, executive functioning, workplace readiness, safety, and community navigation.
- Adult groups- Building Independence, Confidence & Real-Life Skills
Feeding & Daily Living Programs
Support for essential routines that impact health, autonomy, and family functioning.
- Eating Program for Picky Eaters- Gentle exposure, sensory-based desensitization, and shaping to expand diet variety.
- Sleep Program- Modern, ABA-informed sleep interventions addressing bedtime resistance, night wakings, early waking, and routine consistency.
- Toileting, Hygiene & Daily Living Skills- Encouraging independence through structured teaching and natural reinforcement.
Assessment & Behavior Support Plans
We identify the underlying needs behind behaviors to design effective, compassionate support.
- Practical Functional Assessment (PFA-SBT) – A safe, assent-based model identifying synthesized contingencies and emotional needs. Requires caregiver interview, observation and skills assessments to learn more about the participant.
- Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP- UP)- Individual Compassionate, proactive behavior support plans designed to promote safety, consistency, and meaningful skill development across all environments.
Assessment Tools We Use
- Practical Functional Assessment (PFA)
- Brief PFA
- PEAK PCA
- Life Skills Emergent System
- AIM
- ABLLS-R
- VB-MAPP
- AFLS
- Eden Autism Assessment (Children & Adults)
- Essentials for Learning
- Social Savvy
- Autism Social Skills Profile-2 (ASSP-2)
- Psychoeducational Profile (PEP-3)
- Vineland-3
- Behavioral Health Index
- BRIEF-2
- PDD-BI
- SRS-2
- Sleep Assessment Tools
- Selective Feeding Screening Tool
- Food Preference Surveys
- Aggression Profile
- Child Anger Profile
- Parent Stress Index
- And many more
Supporting Curriculums
Parent & Family ABA Skill Development Training
Families are active partners in treatment. We Provide:
Individual Parent Coaching
- Regular meetings to review progress
- Training in ABA strategies and SBT flexibility-building
- Modeling, role-play, and supportive feedback
- Guidance on resources and insurance navigation
Group Parent ABA Skills Training
- Monthly skill-building sessions
- Whole-family support
- Transition planning (school, grade, life changes, vocational, service discharge)
- Open discussion for successes and challenges
- Pre-scheduled quarterly calendars for parent convenience
Parents receive tools to ensure progress continues at home, school, and in daily routines.
How Our ABA Service Models Work
Sole Model
A BCBA works directly with the participant across relevant environments.
Tiered Model
The BCBA designs, supervises, and monitors programs delivered by Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs). Progress and barriers are continuously evaluated.
Combination Model
Both the BCBA and RBT deliver direct services collaboratively to support the participant’s goals.
How to Get Started
- 1. Schedule a consultation
- 2. Complete a comprehensive assessment
- 3. Receive your customized ABA program
- 4. Begin 1:1 sessions & family coaching
- 5. Watch your child grow with ongoing BCBA support
We’re here for your child and your family—every step of the way.