The Intensive Outpatient Clinic (IOC) serves adults aged 21 and older diagnosed with autism or a related disorder with a history of severe challenging behavior. Some examples may include self-injury, aggression, and property destruction.
All assessments and treatments utilized in the IOC are evidence-based and rooted in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Positive Behavior Support (PBS). The IOC admission process includes six steps including:
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Assessment: In-depth clinical sessions that gather data on patient behavior
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Treatment: The development and evaluation of comprehensive interventions designed to both decrease dangerous behavior and increase adaptive behavior and skills
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Generalization: Designing interventions that ensure continued success in different settings, including at home and in the community
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Follow-Up: Ongoing training and consultation with caregivers and community partners during follow-up appointments
At full capacity, the IOC serves 2-3 clinic-based patients and 2-3 community-based patients at a time. In line with our treatment approach, initial assessments and treatment evaluations are typically conducted at the clinic. After identifying an effective treatment, generalization evaluations, caregiver training, and follow-up appointments can be conducted in the community.
Discover the successful outcome achieved at the RCAAS-Intensive Outpatient Clinic (IOC)!
Click here to read the full article and explore the transformative work of the IOC. This article highlights the positive impact of the IOC's evidence-based interventions and concentrated behavior-analytic support services for individuals with ASD who experience crisis-level behaviors. Learn how the IOC's combination of science, service, and resources enable best practices, leading to remarkable reduction in challenging behaviors and improved quality of life.