If your child is struggling with behavior at home, at school, or out in the community, you’re not alone. And you don’t have to figure it all out on your own, either.
Parenting a child with challenging behaviors can be exhausting, confusing, and isolating at times. You might find yourself wondering why certain situations always seem to go sideways, or feeling unsure about how to respond in a way that actually helps. That’s exactly what our Behavioral Support Series (BSS) is here for.
At Oliver Behavioral Consultants, our goal is to give families practical tools and support so they can better understand their child’s behavior and feel more confident addressing it every day.
Here’s everything you need to know about what BSS is, how it works, and whether it might be a good fit for your family.
What Is a Behavioral Support Series?
A Behavioral Support Series is a structured, supportive program that helps families better understand and respond to their child’s behavior in everyday life.
At OBC, our BSS is modeled after the Research Units in Behavioral Intervention (RUBI) approach, an evidence-based program developed specifically to support families of children with autism and related developmental differences.
The program runs for 12 weeks, with one-hour sessions each week. This gives families enough time to learn new strategies, try them at home, and get feedback along the way, without making you feel like you have to absorb everything at once. In some cases, sessions may be extended beyond 12 weeks if you miss a session or if your therapist feels additional support would genuinely help.
Throughout the program, you’ll learn to understand the purpose behind your child’s behavior, apply practical, research-backed strategies you can use right away, build consistent, supportive routines at home, and strengthen your relationship with your child.
BSS is not about telling you how to parent. It’s about giving you the insight and tools to feel capable and supported when challenges arise.
Who Is BSS For?
BSS is designed for families with children who experience things like:
- Frequent meltdowns or tantrums
- Difficulty with transitions or changes in routine
- Trouble following directions
- Challenging behavior at home or at school
- A diagnosis of autism or another developmental difference
- A need for more structure and consistency
It’s also worth knowing that a diagnosis is not required. Many families without a formal diagnosis find BSS incredibly helpful for creating more predictable, positive routines at home.
What Will You Learn?
BSS is built to be practical. Every session is designed with real life in mind, covering:
Understanding Behavior
Behavior is communication. You’ll learn to look at what might be driving your child’s actions, which makes it much easier to respond in ways that actually help.
Getting Ahead of Challenges
A big part of BSS is prevention. Rather than only reacting when things go wrong, you’ll learn proactive strategies like building predictable daily routines, setting clear expectations in advance, and using visual supports to reduce uncertainty for your child.
Responding in the Moment
When difficult moments do happen, you’ll have a clear plan. You’ll learn how to respond in ways that are calm and consistent, supportive of your child’s actual needs, and focused on building long-term skills, not just getting through the moment.
Building Skills That Last
BSS also supports meaningful skill development in areas that matter for your child’s daily life, including communication, emotional regulation, flexibility, and coping with change.
How BSS Supports the Whole Family
Behavior challenges don’t just affect your child. They affect everyone in the home. Daily routines become harder, relationships can feel strained, and the stress can add up quickly.
Families who participate in BSS often report that daily life becomes more manageable. Routines become more predictable, stress and frustration at home begin to ease, and the relationship between parent and child often grows stronger.
How Is BSS Different from ABA Therapy?
BSS and ABA therapy both draw on evidence-based behavioral strategies, but they serve different purposes and look different in practice.
ABA therapy provides direct, ongoing support from a trained therapist for your child. BSS, on the other hand, is focused on equipping you, the caregiver, with guidance and strategies for supporting your child’s behavior in the context of your everyday life.
That makes BSS a great fit for families who are waiting to start other services and want support in the meantime, who are looking for additional guidance alongside an existing therapy program, or who simply want practical strategies they can start using right away.
What Makes BSS at OBC Different?
At Oliver Behavioral Consultants, we know that every child is different, and every family’s situation is unique, and our approach reflects that. We tailor behavioral support to your child’s needs and your family’s goals. We focus on real-world situations, with a dedicated therapist there to walk you through the entire process.
Getting Started with BSS at OBC
Starting the Behavioral Support Series is a straightforward process, and you’ll have support from the very beginning. Here’s what to expect:
- We get to know your family. We’ll talk with you about your child, your concerns, and what daily life looks like right now.
- We identify what matters most. Together, we’ll set meaningful, realistic goals for your family.
- We create a personalized plan. Your BSS program is built around your child’s needs, not a one-size-fits-all curriculum.
- We walk alongside you. As you begin applying strategies at home, your therapist is there to check in, answer questions, and adjust the plan if needed.
You Don’t Have to Navigate This Alone
If your child’s behavior feels overwhelming right now, that’s okay. It doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong. It means you could use some support, and that’s exactly what we’re here for. Reach out to Oliver Behavioral Consultants to learn more about BSS and whether it is a good fit for your family. We’d love to help.
Every step you take today can make a real difference in your child’s life.
