Our mission is to provide the highest quality ABA services in Jersey City, New Jersey (and surrounding towns of Hudson County, NJ), to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in order to improve their skills across a wide range of developmental areas. Using the principles of ABA, AG Behavioral Services (AGBS) develops individualized treatment plans for each student we work with so that they may conquer their challenges and achieve their full potential.
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We understand that each person and every family that we meet in Jersey City, New Jersey (and surrounding towns of Hudson County, NJ), is unique. Our Behavioral Technicians take their time to asses the current skill level of the child. They cover a wide range of areas with a specific focus on areas of difficulty for children with autism or other developmental disorders, and create a treatment plan centered on Applied BehaviorAnalysis (ABA).
AGBS Behavioral Technicians are able to travel and provide services throughout Jersey City, New Jersey (and surrounding towns of Hudson County, NJ).
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ABA Therapy | Near Me
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a therapy based on the science of learning and behavior. It is considered an evidence-based best practice treatment by the US Surgeon General and by the American Psychological Association. ABA helps us to understand how behavior works, how the environment affects behavior, and how learning occurs. The goal of ABA is to increase behaviors that are helpful and decrease behaviors that are detrimental or negatively affect learning.
At AGBS, our in-home and community-based ABA therapy services in Jersey City, New Jersey (and surrounding towns of Hudson County, NJ), can improve the language and communication skills of your child. Our services can also improve your child’s attention, social skills, memory, academic skills, and decrease problem behaviors. To achieve these improvements, we rely heavily on positive reinforcement.
AGBS does not utilize a “one size fits all” approach to teach your child. Each program your child works on in an ABA therapy session is written to meet their individual needs.
Parent Training ABA | Near Me
At AG Behavioral Services, our BCBAs provide parents, family members, and/or caregivers with parent training in Jersey City, New Jersey (and surrounding towns of Hudson County, NJ). Parent training provides families with the guidance and skills necessary to follow through on the techniques and strategies of ABA to support their child’s needs. During parent training, BCBAs will discuss how you can build your child’s confidence and motivation through constructive feedback and positive reinforcement. AGBS parent training focuses on managing problem behaviors and increasing proficiency in essential skills.
ASD Assessment | Near Me
AGBS BCBAs and Behavior Technicians will perform an assessment of your child’s skills and preferences using materials they will bring to your home (in Jersey City, New Jersey and surrounding towns of Hudson County, NJ). Based on the results of the assessment, the BCBA will draft treatment goals in collaboration with you, in areas such as communication, social skills, self-care, play and leisure skills, and motor skills. Once the goals are finalized, the BCBA will draft a treatment plan to achieve them.
Our Team
Andrea E. Gonzalez
Owner, MA, BCBA
Andrea Gonzalez is the Director and lead BCBA at AGBS. Mrs. Gonzalez earned her BS in Behavioral Science from Mercy College and her Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis from Caldwell University. Over the last 25 years, Mrs. Gonzalez has devoted her time and energy to bettering the lives of autistic individuals in the Jersey City, NJ area (and Hudson County, NJ surrounding towns). She began her career working for a variety of private ABA agencies and public schools before opening AGBS in 2017. Mrs. Gonzalez also has 12 years of experience working with other neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD, Down Syndrome, Oppositional Defiance Disorder, and OCD.
Renee Nemeth
Program Coordinator
Renee Nemeth is a Program Coordinator at AGBS. Ms. Nemeth earned her B.A. in Psychology from Seton Hall University, her MSW from Rutgers University, and her Graduate Certificate in ABA from Penn State University. Ms. Nemeth will earn her BCBA in early 2024. Ms. Nemeth has over 20 years of experience working with autistic individuals in the Jersey City, NJ area (and Hudson County, NJ surrounding towns).
Simone Scance
Program Coordinator
Simone Scance is a Program Coordinator at AGBS in the Jersey City, NJ area (and Hudson County, NJ surrounding towns). She earned her B.A. in Early Grade and Special Education from Westchester University and is currently working on a graduate degree in ABA from Saint Elizabeth University. Ms. Scance is expected to earn her BCBA in the fall of 2024.
Melanie Cordero
Program Coordinator
Melanie Cordero is a Program Coordinator at AGBS in the Jersey City, NJ area (and Hudson County, NJ surrounding towns). Ms. Cordero earned her Masters of Science in Psychology with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis from Purdue Global University. She is expected to earn her BCBA in the summer of 2024. Ms. Cordero has six years of experience working with autistic children, and three years of experience working with autistic adults.
Alea Hemming
Program Coordinator
Alea Hemming is a Program Coordinator at AGBS in the Jersey City, NJ area (and Hudson County, NJ surrounding towns). She earned her Masters Degree in Applied Sociology from William Paterson University and her Post Graduate Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Arizona State University in 2023. Ms. Hemming is expected to earn her BCBA in 2024. Ms. Hemming has five years of experience working with autistic individuals and two years of experience working as a Case Manager/Program Coordinator.
Christine Milliman
Scheduling Coordinator
Christine Milliman is a Scheduling Coordinator at AGBS in the Jersey City, NJ area (and Hudson County, NJ surrounding towns). Ms. Milliman has a B.S. in Organizational Administration from the University of Illinois. Ms. Milliman has three years of experience as a Habilitation Aide/Unit Director in a Residential Facility for adults with Developmental Disabilities, four years of experience as a Substitute Teacher in Structured Autism Classrooms, and 10 years of experience as the Director of a Behavioral Healthcare practice.
Zelandia Gonzalez
Scheduling Coordinator
Zelandia Gonzalez is a Scheduling Coordinator at AGBS in the Jersey City, NJ area (and Hudson County, NJ surrounding towns). Ms. Gonzalez has a B.A. in Psychology and Sociology, a Masters of Education in Special Education/Regular Education from birth through second grade, and Masters of Education in Educational Leadership. She is also certified in Bilingual Education.
ASD Therapies & Assessments | Near Me
Insurances Accepted
A listing of some of the insurance companies we work with in order to provide ASD services, such as ABA Therapy, in Jersey City, New Jersey (and surrounding towns of Hudson County, NJ).
Insurances We Work With
We accept many commercial and private plans, including but not limited to Aetna, Horizon, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Magellan, United Healthcare, Compsych, Oxford, Meritan Health, UMR, and Carelon Behavioral health. This is a partial list (below). To verify if your insurance plan is accepted, please reach out to us and we will verify coverage on your behalf.