Bloom & Thrive ABA

Bloom & Thrive ABA Offering ABA therapy in the Northern Neck and surrounding areas

🌟 Monday Motivation"You are doing better than you think." 💛On the tough days and the bright ones — your efforts are seen...
10/06/2025

🌟 Monday Motivation
"You are doing better than you think." 💛

On the tough days and the bright ones — your efforts are seen, valued, and appreciated.

📌 FAQ Friday: “Is ABA therapy play-based or structured?”Both! 🎯🎲At Bloom and Thrive ABA, we use natural environment teac...
10/03/2025

📌 FAQ Friday: “Is ABA therapy play-based or structured?”
Both! 🎯🎲

At Bloom and Thrive ABA, we use natural environment teaching (NET) and structured learning, blending play with purpose.

🧸 For younger children: therapy often looks like play, because we embed learning into activities they already enjoy.
📚 For older children: therapy includes structured tasks and games, focused on building independence and specific skills.

Fun, motivating, and goal-driven — that’s our style! 🙌

🧠✨ Wednesday Wisdom: Build Communication Skills Through Play 🎲💬Play is more than just fun — it’s a powerful way to suppo...
10/01/2025

🧠✨ Wednesday Wisdom: Build Communication Skills Through Play 🎲💬

Play is more than just fun — it’s a powerful way to support your child’s communication development! Here’s how you can make the most of playtime at home:

🔹 Follow Their Lead: Let your child choose the toy or activity. This encourages engagement and shows them their choices matter.

🔹 Model Language: Narrate what’s happening. “You’re driving the car — vroom, vroom!” This helps expand their vocabulary naturally.

🔹 Pause & Wait: Give your child time to respond after you ask a question or comment. Even silence gives space for communication.

🔹 Repeat Words: Repetition builds understanding. If you're playing with animals, repeat sounds: “Moo! Cow says moo!”

🔹 Keep It Playful: Use silly sounds, songs, and facial expressions to keep your child engaged and talking.

💡 Every playful moment is an opportunity to teach, connect, and grow together!

📌 FAQ Friday: “How long will my child need ABA therapy?”Every child’s journey is unique! ⏳Some children make progress qu...
09/26/2025

📌 FAQ Friday: “How long will my child need ABA therapy?”
Every child’s journey is unique! ⏳

Some children make progress quickly and may transition out of therapy within 1–2 years, while others benefit from ongoing support over several years.

The duration of ABA therapy depends on:
✅ The goals being worked on
✅ Your child’s rate of progress
✅ Age, diagnosis, and family priorities

We continuously assess your child’s progress and adjust goals and hours to meet their evolving needs. Our mission is to help every child gain independence and confidence at their own pace! 💚

🧠✨ Wednesday Wisdom: Encourage Independence One Step at a Time 🧦🥄🧼Fostering independence doesn’t have to mean doing it a...
09/24/2025

🧠✨ Wednesday Wisdom: Encourage Independence One Step at a Time 🧦🥄🧼
Fostering independence doesn’t have to mean doing it all at once — small steps lead to big confidence! 💪

Here’s how you can support your child in becoming more independent at home:

🔹 Break Tasks Down: Turn big tasks (like brushing teeth) into small steps — and teach each step one at a time.

🔹 Use Visual or Written Checklists: Help your child follow steps with a chart or simple picture schedule.

🔹 Offer Gentle Prompts: Try saying, “What’s next?” instead of jumping in to do it for them.

🔹 Celebrate Effort, Not Just Results: “You tried to zip your jacket by yourself — awesome job!”

🔹 Be Patient: Learning independence takes time — and practice is progress.

Your encouragement gives your child the confidence to try, learn, and thrive! 🌱

09/22/2025

🌟 Monday Motivation
"Some of the most incredible journeys begin with the smallest steps." 🚶‍♂️🌈

Celebrate the little wins today — they add up to something beautiful.

📌 FAQ Friday: “How can parents be involved in ABA therapy?”You play a HUGE role in your child’s success in ABA! 🙌We invo...
09/19/2025

📌 FAQ Friday: “How can parents be involved in ABA therapy?”
You play a HUGE role in your child’s success in ABA! 🙌

We involve parents through:
✅ Regular check-ins and progress updates
✅ Parent training sessions
✅ Collaboration on goals and strategies

We believe therapy works best when families and therapists work together as a team! 💚

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Lauren! 🌟We are so proud to shine the spotlight on Lauren, one of our amazing team members here at Bl...
09/17/2025

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Lauren! 🌟

We are so proud to shine the spotlight on Lauren, one of our amazing team members here at Bloom & Thrive ABA! 💜

Lauren is the definition of consistency and responsibility. She communicates openly and effectively, which helps her build incredible rapport with families and ensure everyone feels supported. Her dedication goes beyond the therapy room—she is a true advocate for her clients across different settings, always making sure their needs are heard and met.

On top of it all, Lauren is the first to lend a helping hand whenever and wherever it’s needed. Her teamwork and commitment make such a positive impact on our staff, our clients, and our families.

💐 Thank you, Lauren, for all that you do to help our clients bloom and thrive every single day!

🌟 Monday Motivation"You are your child’s biggest cheerleader — and that makes all the difference." 👏💚Your love, strength...
09/15/2025

🌟 Monday Motivation
"You are your child’s biggest cheerleader — and that makes all the difference." 👏💚

Your love, strength, and dedication are powerful. Never underestimate the impact you're making.

📌 FAQ Friday: “What does a typical ABA session look like?”A typical ABA session is fun, play-based, and structured aroun...
09/12/2025

📌 FAQ Friday: “What does a typical ABA session look like?”
A typical ABA session is fun, play-based, and structured around your child’s goals. Here's a few things it may include:

🎯 Skill-building activities (language, play, social)
📝 Data collection to track progress
🧩 Natural environment teaching
💬 Practice in communication and following directions

Sessions happen at home, in clinic, or in the community — wherever your child learns best and needs us most!

🧠✨ Wednesday Wisdom: Turn Daily Routines into Learning Moments 🛁🍽️🧦Did you know that everyday routines are full of learn...
09/10/2025

🧠✨ Wednesday Wisdom: Turn Daily Routines into Learning Moments 🛁🍽️🧦
Did you know that everyday routines are full of learning opportunities?

Here’s how you can turn your child’s day-to-day into powerful skill-building time:

🔹 Get Them Involved: Let your child help with simple tasks like sorting laundry, setting the table, or packing their backpack.

🔹 Label Everything: Say the name of items as you use them. “Shirt on! Socks on!” — repetition builds vocabulary.

🔹 Ask Simple Questions: “Where does this go?” “What do we need next?” These build communication and problem-solving skills.

🔹 Make it a Game: Sing songs while cleaning up or race to beat a timer. Fun keeps motivation high!

Learning doesn't only happen during therapy — it happens all day long when you slow down and invite your child to join in. 💚

09/08/2025

"Progress, not perfection." 💚

Every step forward — no matter how small — is a step worth celebrating. Keep going, you're doing amazing.

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Warsaw, VA
22572

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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