Transitioning Kids Therapy Center - Magalang, Pampanga

18/03/2026

Is ABA Certification legal and recognized in the Philippines?

Currently, ABA certification (such as BCBA, BCaBA, or RBT) is not legally recognized in the Philippines as a professional license. These credentials are international and respected in practice, but they do not carry legal authority under Philippine law.

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Legal Status in the Philippines

• Republic Act No. 10029 (Philippine Psychology Act of 2009): Only PRC-licensed psychologists and psychometricians are legally authorized to practice psychology. ABA therapy falls under psychological practice when delivered as clinical intervention.
• ABA Certification: International ABA credentials are considered additional qualifications but have no independent legal standing. They cannot substitute for PRC licensure.
• Education Context: Teachers and special educators may apply ABA principles in classrooms, but this is regulated under DepEd/CHED, not ABA certification.

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Recognition in Practice

• Clinics and Schools: Many private centers advertise ABA services with BCBA-certified staff. While families value these credentials, legally the clinic must also employ PRC-licensed psychologists if ABA is framed as therapy.
• Professional Value: ABA certification signals specialized training and international standards, but it is treated as voluntary professional development, not a license.
• Government Programs: ABA is not yet formally integrated into DOH or DepEd regulations, so certification is recognized informally, not legally.

✅ Bottom line: ABA certification is respected but not legally recognized in the Philippines. It can enhance credibility, but it cannot replace PRC licensure for clinical practice.

01/01/2026

30/12/2025

Another milestone before 2025 ends! 🥳

4 of our occupational therapists just finished and passed their online training on Oral Placement Therapy (OPT) Level 1!

Congratulations, teachers! ⭐️
Micah Renea Galang
Therese Dabu
Bea Reyes
Nicolle Guevarra

OPT is used by occupational therapists as an adjunct approach to traditional and other feeding therapy approaches. It is a multi-sensory approach used to improve the oro-motor skills of children with feeding and speech difficulties.

TKTC values continuous professional learning that further benefits the lives of the children we serve. Thank you, teachers, for your time and dedication! ❤️

Want to know more about our services?
Visit our branches:
✅ Porac branch: Unit S-T, MTL Building, Brgy. Babo Sacan, Porac, Pampanga | Calls us at 0995 846 5697 or 0969 567 3168
✅ Magalang branch: Blk 36, Lot 2, Guanzon Subdivision, Brgy. Sta. Cruz, Magalang, Pampanga | Call us at 0915 464 4818

26/12/2025

We’re looking for… 👀

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Send us a message or email us at transitioningkidstherapycenter@gmail.com

24/12/2025

Happy holidays! ❤🎄

16/12/2025

Please be advised of our holiday schedule:

December 23 - Last day of sessions
December 24 to January 2 - Christmas break
January 3 - Resumption of sessions

13/11/2025

"Kung mukhang maayos naman ang development ng anak ko, kailangan pa rin ba ng regular na developmental check-up?"

Read more on Developmental Check-ups here:
https://psdbp.org/news-announcements/is-missing-a-milestone-always-a-problem/

10/11/2025

YOU ARE ALL BOO-TIFUL, KIDS! 🎃

Thank you to everyone who joined our Boo-tiful Creations Costume Contest! We are grateful for the spookiness, creativity, and effort you put on your costumes. We loved it so much! ❤️

BUT... the people have spoken! Here are the pictures with the most FB likes/reactions! Your boo-tiful costumes broke the internet! Congratulations! 🎃

You can claim your prize on your next therapy session! See you at Transitioning Kids Therapy Center! 👻

09/11/2025

📣 Announcement 📣

Therapy sessions tomorrow (Monday - November 10, 2025) are cancelled due to typhoon Uwan. We encourage everyone to stay indoors for safety.
Thank you so much and stay safe!

01/11/2025

27/10/2025

New tools just dropped in our Parenting Toolbox Journey last October 26, 2025! 💬😮‍💨

✅Workshop 4: “More Than Words: Fostering Connection with Gestalt Language Processors”
✅Workshop 5: “Breathe In... Breathe Out...”

Our Speech-Language Pathologist, Teacher Reg, helped parents understand the typical speech and language development of children and how it applies and may vary with those who are Gestalt Language Processors. She emphasized the importance of connecting with children through their language and play so we can build more functional words for them at home and in school. She also introduced accessible communication tools such as AAC devices and picture supports to empower every child to find and use their voice. 💬

Meanwhile, our Occupational Therapist, Teacher Micah, helped parents gain insight into a child’s emotional brain and highlighted the do’s and don’ts during moments of dysregulation. She focused on teaching parents build their own simple regulation strategies that they can apply at home — focusing on fostering calm and connection through co-regulation with their children.

We’re down to the last two tools in our Parenting Toolbox Journey, and we’re excited to continue learning and growing alongside our parents! 🌱