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Faces Behavioral Services

If you are interested in ABA services through our Faces Program, please complete the Inquiry Form.

INQUIRY FORM

Faces is currently providing services for clients living in the South Bay between Palo Alto and San Jose. We are currently accepting clients in our clinic in San Jose and offering very limited in-home and community services (daycare, after-school programs, scheduled play dates). For more information, please contact email hidden; JavaScript is required.

Faces, a behavioral therapy program founded in 1995, was established to support children with autism to reach their full potential utilizing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).  Behavior therapy services include 1:1 intensive early intervention, elementary-aged intervention, school and caregiver coaching, and social development. Therapy can take place in the home, our Faces clinic, the community (daycare, after-school programs, scheduled play dates), and at school (with permission). ABA teaching methods are used to promote independence in all significant areas, including:

  • Communication and language
  • Behavior management
  • School readiness
  • Self-care and independence
  • Peer socialization
  • Play skills

At Faces, your child has a collaborative team dedicated to their growth.  Under the direction of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Faces Lead Behavior Therapists (LBTs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) provide direct services to your child. All Faces staff receive rigorous and ongoing clinical training, including Safety-Care (TM) de-escalation procedures.

Faces provides behavior therapy for children ages 18 months to 14 years. Behavior services are provided throughout the peninsula region from San Mateo to San Jose. Our services are typically available from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

At Faces, assessments are conducted every 6-12 months. Your child’s goals are determined in an individualized treatment plan and/or an existing Individualized Education Plan. (IEP). Faces use evidence-based developmental assessments, functional behavior assessments, caregiver collaboration, and session data to inform programming decisions. The primary goal of this program is to maximize children’s long-term levels of functioning. If you are interested in ABA services through our Faces Program, please complete the Inquiry Form. We look forward to meeting you and your child!

Faces Clinic

The Faces clinic is offered at the Sunny Days Preschool site and is open from 9 am to 5 pm for children ages 18 months to 14 years. The Faces clinic provides socialization and school readiness opportunities that may not otherwise occur during home sessions. A clinical supervisor provides ongoing supervision to facilitate activities and routines. Individual ABA goals are developed and targeted throughout the clinic session to include independent skills, social opportunities, appropriate play skills, and management of challenging behaviors.

Caregiver Coaching

Caregiver coaching is an integral part of Faces Behavior Services. In order to enhance independence and quality of life for your child, a minimum of one hour per month commitment to collaboration is required by caregivers. You are an expert with regards to your child and your input is valuable to the team for guiding your child’s developmental progress.

Insurance

Faces accepts funding through health insurance providers. We are currently in-network with Anthem, Aetna, Cigna, Magellan, Optum, and United Behavioral Health. This list may change; if your insurance company is not currently included, you may check with us by calling our Intake number, 408.785.0102. For out-of-network providers, we will provide billing statements and insurance forms for your submission. Families will be billed for all co-payments and deductibles. We also coordinate services with Regional Centers and school districts. Private pay options are available.

Applied Behavior Analysis

Applied Behavior Analysis, or ABA, is an evidence-based scientific process that uses the principles of learning and motivation to change behavior. For practical purposes, we refer to behavior as observable actions and skills. ABA techniques are based on behavioral psychology and are used to bring about meaningful positive changes in behavior. Many scientific studies have confirmed that using intensive applied behavior analysis techniques with young children with autism significantly improves their cognitive abilities, non-verbal communication, receptive and expressive language skills, as well as other adaptive skills. ABA is a widely recognized treatment for autism and has been endorsed by the U.S. Surgeon General and is approved by the FDA. 

LEARN MORE about ABA by watching our free module, “The ABC’s of ABA”! Click here to access the free module.

Upcoming Classes and Webinars

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Contact

Intake
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408.785.0102

Karen Kennan — PACE Assistant Executive Director and Director of Children’s Programs
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408.625.6176

Amelia Lalley, MA, BCBA — Clinical Supervisor
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408.785.7693

Faces Clinic

897 Broadleaf Lane

San Jose, CA 95128

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F: Sunny Days Fax Number

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The Faces Clinic is located at our PACE Sunny Days Preschool campus in west San Jose, close to the historic Rose Garden neighborhood. Our facility is situated within the Cory Educational Center campus.