Mind Over Matter: Our Mission
Mind Over Matter Behavioral Services is dedicated to providing compassionate and evidence-based therapy services to individuals with Autism. As a family owned and operated company we strive to empower our clients by promoting their personal growth, independence, and quality of life. Through our commitment to individualized treatment plans, highly trained professionals, and ongoing collaboration with families and the community, we aim to make a positive and lasting impact on the lives of who we serve.
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What is ABA?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is considered an evidence-based best practice treatment by the American Psychological Association and US Surgeon General. At its core, ABA therapy focuses on teaching new skills and reducing problem behavior through the use of scientifically proven strategies and techniques. ABA also includes other services such as parent training, school consultations, and staff training. One aspect that sets ABA apart from other behavioral therapies is the utilization of behavioral data. Behavioral data is taken each session and analyzed frequently throughout the treatment process to ensure treatment outcome effectiveness and accurate implementation of the techniques used.
Meet The Team
Board Certified Behavior analysts
Alex & Lexie Smith
Owners/BCBA
Alex and Lexie both graduated in 2019 from Southern Illinois University Carbondale with their masters degree in Behavior Analysis and Therapy. After getting married, they founded Mind Over Matter in 2020 as a family owned and operated ABA service provider. Alex and Lexie both have extensive experience with developing language and cognitive skills, potty training, problem behavior reduction, and parent training. Their favorite part of being a BCBA is helping children and their families reach their goals and develop new skills that lead to more independence and happiness. In their free time, they enjoy spending time together with their family, playing with their two german shepherds, watching soccer, movie dates, and going fishing.
Registered Behavior Technicians
Jadon Marlin
Experience: 2 years
Favorite part of the job: seeing the small improvements everyday.
Free time: Video games, drawing, cooking, playing with his cat Frankie.
Arriana Grimes
Experience: 7 Years
Favorite part of the job: Starting new programs with a child and being able to have the opportunity to see them grow from the start always brings me joy.
Free time: bible studies with my friends and making slideshows about things I am fixated on.
Favorite toy/activity: Marble mazes- so much you can do with them!
Paul Smith
Experience: 2 years
Favorite Part of the Job: Watching the progression of learners.
Free time: Photography / Videography, Playing and listening to music.
Favorite toy/activity at the clinic: the piano
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
The duration of ABA therapy varies depending on the individual needs and goals. Some may receive therapy for a few months while others may require longer term intervention.
Progress is measured through systematic data collection and analysis. Objective data is collected to track skill acquisition and target behaviors.
ABA focuses on using evidence based practices and behavioral data to create an effective and individualized treatment plan for each child. This means using strategies that have been scientifically proven to work as well as continuing to monitor the effectiveness of each plan on daily basis.
Many insurance providers offer coverage for ABA therapy, especially for individuals with ASD. Coverage can vary, so it is recommended to check with your provider to understand the specific benefits and requirements.
Insurances We Accept
