Out of the Box Behavior Services

Specialized Behavior Intervention services provide individualized, evidence-based behavior support designed to address complex behavioral challenges while building meaningful skills that support safety, independence, and quality of life.

Services are delivered directly by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and are guided by comprehensive assessment, clinical need, and family priorities.

Specialized Behavior Intervention may include:

Development and implementation of individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) informed by Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) findings, designed to safely and effectively address complex behaviors while building meaningful, long-term skills.
Skill development, including building tolerance, communication, emotional regulation, and adaptive functioning
Desensitization-based intervention to support participation in medical care and community settings for individuals who experience significant barriers to accessing routine services (e.g., doctor visits, dental exams, haircuts)
Environmental modifications and proactive supports designed to increase safety and reduce behavioral risk
Crisis prevention and proactive safety supports for individuals exhibiting high-risk behaviors

Clinical Behavior Management is a behavioral support service that is funded by the CT Department of Developmental Services (DDS). This service is available to individuals with an eligible Level of Need (LON) and allocated funding. It supports individuals with complex behavioral or safety needs through clinically overseen behavior services. The focus is on building sustainable systems within existing teams to promote long-term stability and continuity of care across providers and settings.

Taylor is an approved Qualified Provider and Individual Practitioner with the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS), she:

Develops clinically driven FBAs and BIPs
Oversees implementation of plans across settings
Provides staff and caregiver training
Supports crisis prevention and risk reduction planning
Collaborates with residential, day program, and interdisciplinary teams

*Disclaimer: Not all individuals enrolled with DDS receive Clinical Behavior Management hours. Clinical Behavior Management hours vary based on the individual's Level of Need (LON) assessment, eligible funding in your DDS budget, and other criteria.

Comprehensive behavioral and skill-based assessments are used to identify strengths, areas of need, and functions of behavior. These may support treatment planning, insurance authorization, DDS services, transition planning, or interdisciplinary collaboration.

Assessments may include but are not limited to:

Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) for complex or high-risk behavior presentations
Skills-Based & Adaptive Behavior Assessments
Behavioral Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE)
- *Disclaimer: An Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) is a comprehensive evaluation conducted by a qualified professional who is not employed by the school district, as defined under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Parents or guardians have the right to request an IEE at public expense if they disagree with a school district’s evaluation. IEEs may be used to obtain an objective, outside perspective when existing assessments (e.g., a school-based FBA) do not fully capture the individual’s needs or provide sufficient information to guide appropriate educational programming.
  - - Source: Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), 34 C.F.R. § 300.502

Collaborative behavior consultation provides targeted, clinically grounded guidance to families, schools, adult service providers, medical professionals, and interdisciplinary teams addressing behavioral, skill-based, transition-related, or safety concerns.

At Out of the Box Behavior Services, consultation is rooted in partnership. We work alongside the individuals and teams who provide daily support, helping to develop practical strategies that can be implemented consistently across environments.

OTB also partners with residential agencies, adult day programs, and community-based organizations serving individuals with diverse and complex needs. These partnerships are designed to strengthen internal systems, increase staff confidence in addressing behavioral challenges, and improve outcomes at both the individual and program level.

Consultation services may include:

Behavioral transition support during major life changes (e.g., school to adult services, home to supported living)
Medical and allied health collaboration when behavior impacts access to care or treatment participation (e.g., dentist, doctor)
Interdisciplinary collaboration with teams including Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Physical Therapists (PTs), and other providers to support behavior reduction and skill development
Crisis prevention and safety planning for individuals exhibiting high-risk behaviors
Behavior support coordination across environments (e.g., school, home, residential, or day program settings)
Strategies to promote meaningful engagement, participation, and skill development throughout daily routines

All recommendations align with behavior-analytic best practices, trauma-informed care, and person-centered values.

Caregiver and staff training builds the capacity of families, direct support professionals, educators, and interdisciplinary teams to implement behavior strategies consistently and effectively, with confidence. Training focuses on increasing understanding of behavior, strengthening skill development practices, and implementing proactive and reactive supports within everyday routines. The goal is to promote confidence, consistency, and sustainable outcomes across environments. Services may include structured caregiver coaching, staff development sessions, protocol training, and ongoing consultation to ensure strategies are implemented with quality and consistency.

At Out of the Box Behavior Services, training is:

Practical and Hands-On. Sessions are interactive and scenario-based, focusing on real-life situations rather than abstract theory.
Clear and Structured. Caregivers and staff receive written protocols, implementation guides, and step-by-step support for clarity and consistency.
Coaching-Oriented. We provide ongoing feedback, modeling, and problem-solving to build skill fluency and confidence over time.
Ethical and Trauma-Informed. Training and coaching sessions are grounded in dignity, safety, and person-centered care.
Designed for Sustainability. The focus is on empowering those closest to the individual so supports remain effective long-term across home, school, residential, and community settings.

Out of the Box Behavior Services, LLC

1204 Main Street Suite 631, Branford, CT 06405