Functional Behavior Solutions provides behavioral consultation to families based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). The practice focuses on children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities, feeding challenges, behavioral challenges, ADHD, and anxiety and OCD symptoms. We specialize in helping families ensure their children are receiving appropriate and evidence-based services.
Decreasing Challenging Behavior
Reducing Restricted and Repetitive Behavior
Increasing Language-Communication Skills (vocal, PECS®, and AAC devices)
Increasing Functional Skills (e.g., toileting)
Increasing Social Skills and Leisure/Play Skills
Improving Compliance and Structure
Home Program Assessment, Design, and Evaluation
Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and Functional Analysis
Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) Development and Training
Skills-Based Assessment (e.g., ABLLS-R, VB-MAPP, AFLS)
Independent Program Evaluation
IEP Review and Consultation
Parent and Caregiver Training; Staff Training
Functional Behavior Solutions Specializes in Helping Families Who:
Would like a specialist to assist them in identifying supports and advocating for their child with schools and home programs.
Want to work directly with a Board Certified Behavior Analyst to target behaviors that are interfering with their child’s functioning at school, at home, or in social situations.
Need help managing daily family routines, such as getting ready for school, doing homework, eating family meals, and getting ready for bed.
About Jill Saxon and Functional Behavior Solutions:
Jill Saxon is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at the doctoral level and a NY State Licensed Behavior Analyst. She received her Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign and trained for her BCBA at Douglass Developmental Disabilities Center at Rutgers University.
The practice serves clients in Northern and Central New Jersey and the five boroughs of NYC. Clients can be referred by other professionals and can also self-refer.