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Therapeutic Consultation
Therapeutic Behavior Consultation service means professional consultation provided by members of behavior analysis/consultation disciplines that are designed to assist individuals, parents, guardians, family members, and any other providers of support services with implementing the individual support plan. This service utilizes person-centered assessments, development of a therapeutic behavior consultation support plan, and facilitating training to assist family members, caregivers, and other providers in supporting the individual enrolled in the service reach their goal. A therapeutic behavior consultation service support plan is the report of recommendations resulting from a therapeutic behavior consultation that is developed by the professional consultant after they spend time with the individual to determine the individual's needs.
This service is funded by grants, Virginia Medicaid Waiver, or private pay.
Professional Development
LEAF offers professional development to promote education, training, and development opportunities to professionals that support people with various disabilities and mental health diagnoses. LEAF collaborates with DBHDS licensed organizations, childcare facilities, schools, behavioral health organizations, and other companies that seek to provide support to their employed and contracted professionals to remain in compliance by meeting required DBHDS competencies. Professional development is rendered to these organizations through LEAF’s online learning platform or a personalized onsite workshop.
Behavior Consultation Services
At Destination Family Services, we believe behavior is influenced by more than an individual's diagnosis. Communication, environment, relationships, health, and life experiences all play a role in how individuals respond to the world around them.
Our Behavior Consultation services support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who experience behavioral challenges that may affect their safety, independence, relationships, or participation in everyday activities.
Using a person-centered, evidence-informed approach grounded in Positive Behavior Support, our consultants work collaboratively with individuals, families, caregivers, and support teams to understand behaviors of concern, identify contributing factors, and develop practical strategies that promote meaningful, lasting improvements.
Our Approach
Behavior Consultation is about more than reducing challenging behaviors. Our goal is to help individuals develop meaningful skills while strengthening the environments and support systems around them.
Services may include:
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Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA): Identifying patterns, environmental influences, communication needs, and potential functions of behaviors.
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Behavior Support Plans (BSP):Developing individualized strategies that emphasize prevention, skill development, positive reinforcement, and supportive environments.
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Communication & Replacement Skills: Teaching practical ways to express needs, request assistance, manage frustration, navigate transitions, and advocate for personal preferences.
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Caregiver & Staff Training: Providing coaching and hands-on guidance to families, direct support professionals, and service providers to promote consistent implementation.
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Environmental & Systems Support: Identifying adjustments to routines, expectations, communication methods, and environments that may reduce behavioral challenges.
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Progress Monitoring: Reviewing behavioral data, evaluating intervention effectiveness, and adjusting strategies to support continued progress.
Where Services Are Provided
Behavior Consultation may support individuals across a variety of settings, including residential homes, family homes, day support programs, community environments, and other locations where individuals live, work, and participate in daily activities.
Our consultants collaborate with the individual's existing support team to promote consistency, strengthen independence, and ensure behavioral strategies align with the person's Individual Support Plan (ISP) and personal goals.
Funding Options
Destination Family Services offers Behavior Consultation through the following funding sources:
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Virginia Family and Individual Supports (FIS) Waiver
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Virginia Community Living (CL) Waiver
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Private Grants/Scholarships — Subject to funding availability and eligibility requirements
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Private Pay — For individuals and families seeking services outside of waiver funding
Medicaid waiver services are subject to eligibility, service authorization, and applicable program requirements.
Professional Development & Training Services
At Destination Family Services, we believe that well-trained professionals are essential to creating supportive, inclusive, and effective environments for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Our Professional Development & Training Services equip professionals, caregivers, organizations, and community partners with the knowledge, practical strategies, and confidence needed to better understand behavior, strengthen service delivery, and improve outcomes for the individuals they support.
We recognize that effective professional development goes beyond presenting information. Training should be relevant, engaging, and applicable to real-world situations. Our approach combines evidence-informed practices, practical examples, interactive learning, and opportunities for skill development.
We offer customized training, workshops, and professional learning opportunities in areas including:
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Understanding Behavior & Positive Behavior Support
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Autism & Developmental Disabilities
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Behavior Management & Crisis Prevention
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Person-Centered & Trauma-Informed Practices
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Communication & Skill Development
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Direct Support Professional (DSP) Development:
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Community Inclusion & Accessibility
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Program Development & Service Quality
Every organization has unique responsibilities, challenges, and professional development needs. Destination Family Services works collaboratively with organizations to develop training experiences that align with their goals, the populations they serve, and the competencies their teams need to strengthen.
Training opportunities may include:
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In-person and virtual workshops
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Staff development sessions
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Professional seminars and presentations
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Customized organizational training
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Small-group coaching and consultation
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Interactive, scenario-based learning
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Ongoing professional development partnerships
Who We Serve
Our professional development services are designed for a variety of audiences, including:
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Direct Support Professionals and residential service providers
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Behavior consultants and human services professionals
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Schools, educators, and childcare professionals
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Healthcare and behavioral health professionals
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First responders and public safety personnel
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Community organizations and nonprofit agencies
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Families, caregivers, and support networks
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Businesses seeking to strengthen disability inclusion and accessibility
Whether you are seeking a single training session, a customized workshop, or an ongoing professional development partnership, Destination Family Services can help develop a learning experience that meets your organization's needs.