ABA Therapy in Pittston, PA
Information
Hours
- Monday through Friday: 8AM-4:30PM
- Weekends: Closed
Clinical Supervisor: Jessica Zaleski, MA, BCBA, LBS
Education
- Bachelor’s in Psychology from Lebanon Valley College
- Master’s in Applied Behavior Analysis with a concentration in Autism Spectrum Disorder from Ball State University
Experience
- Years of ABA Experience: 11 (4 as a BCBA)
As the lead ABA therapist in Pittston, PA, Jessica is passionate about helping children make meaningful progress during such an important stage of development. She believes every child and family is different, so services should be built around what works best for them rather than a single approach applied to everyone. Jessica enjoys working closely with families, technicians, and fellow clinicians to help children build communication, confidence, and independence, while making families feel supported and understood.
Autism services available for children ages 18 months to 6 years.
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Autism services available for children ages 2 to 6 .
Autism Therapy in Pittston, PA
Helping Hands Family in Pittston, PA, is your local partner for compassionate, evidence-based autism support. Our autism clinic offers ABA therapy for families who want trusted autism treatment close to home.
We serve Pittston and the surrounding communities throughout Luzerne County and Northeast Pennsylvania. Families who need autism support services near them will find local, consistent care at our clinic without a long drive. Some of the benefits of our clinic include:
- Individualized Support - Every ABA plan is customized to your child's strengths, challenges, goals, and learning style.
- Adaptable Autism Treatment - Our staff regularly reviews data, adjusts session strategies, and involves you in the process.
- Local Access to Care - Our Pittston, PA clinic serves the local area to reduce travel time and support treatment consistency.
- Insurance-Friendly - We're in-network with most major commercial insurers, and our intake team will help you determine your coverage details.
What Is ABA Therapy?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is a scientifically supported autism treatment. It uses structured sessions and data-driven methods to reduce problematic behaviors and build essential skills in communication, social interaction, and learning. Our autism behavioral services are grounded in this approach, and ABA is endorsed by:
- U.S. Surgeon General
- American Psychological Association (APA)
- American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
A core strength of ABA therapy is how it breaks complex skills into smaller, manageable steps. Children learn each step gradually through positive reinforcement and repetition, turning big goals into achievable milestones. Three pillars guide our approach:
- Child-Led ABA Therapy - Sessions follow your child’s interests, pace, and motivations, which increases engagement and progress.
- Play-Based Sessions - Learning is woven into play, games, and natural activities so progress feels enjoyable.
- Positive Reinforcement - Desired behaviors are encouraged through meaningful rewards that build confidence and consistency.
About our Autism Services in Pittston, PA
Our Pittston, PA clinic makes the ABA therapy process clear, collaborative, and family-centered. From your initial consultation to your child’s first sessions, our team guides you throughout. Each stage of your child’s autism treatment is designed to ensure:
- Sessions are personalized
- Progress in measurable
- Success is celebrated
Here is more information on the stages of our ABA therapy.
- Initial Assessment - We begin with an in-depth evaluation. One of our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) observes, interacts, and gathers information about your child's behavior. This information helps our clinical team build a customized ABA therapy plan.
- Starting ABA Therapy - Clinical staff conduct sessions that are child-led and play-based. We introduce skill-building tasks gradually and reinforce success.
- Ongoing Monitoring and Adaptation - We continuously measure progress, review data, and refine strategies. If something isn't working, we adjust to support your child's growth and independence.
The Benefits of ABA Therapy
ABA therapy provides structured learning for children with autism to help them grow, build confidence, and gain independence. It achieves measurable progress through individualized support that meets each child where they are.
Helping Hands Family has an ABA program that can help children:
- Improve communication skills - Helps them express their needs and understand others.
- Enhance social interaction - Encourages positive play, sharing, and engagement with peers and family.
- Learn positive behavior - Reduces challenging behaviors through proactive strategies and positive reinforcement.
- Increase focus and learning readiness - Strengthens attention span, task completion, and academic skills.
Frequently Asked Questions About ABA Therapy in Pittston, PA
What ages does Helping Hands Family serve in Pittston, PA?
Helping Hands Family provides ABA therapy in Pittston, PA, for children ages 18 months to 6 years diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). These early years are when children benefit most from early intervention, as research consistently links earlier treatment to stronger long-term outcomes in communication, behavior, and social development.
Do you serve families throughout Luzerne County?
Yes. Our Pittston clinic at 1081 Oak Street serves families across Luzerne County, Lackawanna County, and Northeast Pennsylvania, including those traveling from Wilkes-Barre, Scranton, and surrounding communities.
What should I expect during my child’s first visit to your Pittston clinic?
Your child’s first visit begins with a BCBA-led assessment to understand their strengths, challenges, and individual goals. Our clinical team introduces your child to the clinic environment at a comfortable pace before structured sessions begin. You’ll also meet with our team to review the treatment plan, discuss insurance coverage, and answer any questions you have.
Do you accept my insurance at your Pittston location?
Helping Hands Family is in-network with most major insurance plans at our Pittston clinic, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Horizon, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Highmark, and ComPsych, among others. Our intake team verifies your benefits before therapy begins. We can also offer some out-of-network options. Contact us to confirm your specific plan and coverage.
Get Started Today at Helping Hands Family
Ready to learn how ABA therapy can help your child? Contact Helping Hands Family to get connected with our clinical team. We’ll guide you through the intake process and begin building a plan designed around your child’s needs and goals.
If our autism clinic in Pittston, PA, is too far, ask about our ABA therapy in Sugarloaf. We have clinics throughout Pennsylvania.
In-Network Insurance
*We also have out-of-network and private pay options. Contact us to verify your insurance benefits today!