At Hand Over Hand, we believe your child’s experience should never look or feel different because of an autism diagnosis. Our Florham Park center was built around that belief. For over 12 years, we have been refining a program that brings expert ABA therapy, play-based learning and modern teaching practices together in one place. Every child who walks through our doors is celebrated for who they are and guided with intention toward real progress.
Here is what families can expect when they choose Hand Over Hand for ABA therapy in Florham Park:
Alicia Lecourieux
Alicia Lecourieux has been a valued member of Hand Over Hand since 2021 and currently serves as Regional Director, overseeing three centers. She earned her master’s degree in Psychology with a specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis and has practiced as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) since 2018. Throughout her career, Alicia has provided in-home ABA services and behavioral consultation within public school settings, bringing a well-rounded and collaborative approach to client care. Since joining Hand Over Hand, she has worked across four centers, beginning as a Clinical Supervisor before advancing into regional leadership. Alicia is passionate about supporting both families and clinical teams while fostering high-quality, compassionate care across all centers she oversees.
Hand Over Hand offers ABA therapy services based on each child’s needs and the goals. After a comprehensive assessment, our team will review recommendations with you and talk through which service is the right fit for your child.
Our center-based locations deliver focused, individualized ABA therapy that produces real developmental change. Our experienced team works closely with each child inside an active preschool where learning feels natural.
Our in-home program brings expert, individualized ABA therapy directly to your child. By working within your home, our therapists can address the specific challenges and opportunities that exist in your child's everyday environment.
Consultation services in schools around Florham Park help align therapy goals with your child's classroom experience. Our therapists collaborate directly with educators to strengthen participation and reinforce communication skills throughout the school day.
We absolutely love Hand Over Hand! Their team truly tailors their approach to meet the unique needs of each child and family. They use naturalistic teaching methods that help children thrive and succeed in meaningful ways. The staff is incredibly welcoming, flexible, and supportive, creating a positive experience for the entire family. We have seen tremendous progress in our daughter since starting with them, and we are so grateful for their dedication, support and care.
I was very nervous about my son being away from me for the first time but this center has been amazing. The staff is so friendly and really cares about him. He has had so much progress since he started. He really enjoys going there, loves all of the staff and runs to the door every morning.
Patient, kind and caring staff. I have such peace of mind knowing my son is in capable hands with this loving team. Our son is making progress and our whole family feels supported by Hand Over Hand.
Ready to start ABA therapy in Florham Park, NJ? Our team is here to answer your questions, walk you through the process and help your child take the next step forward.
Contact us today at 973-722-9693 to learn more about our autism treatment services and schedule a consultation.
Your journey with Hand Over Hand begins with a personal conversation. Our Family Liaison takes the time to connect with you, learn about your child, and answer any questions you may have before anything else begins.
Once we have connected, we will guide you through the necessary paperwork so that the logistics are handled quickly and easily. Our goal is to make this step as simple as possible so services can move forward without delay.
Before we begin, we contact your insurance provider to obtain approval to assess your child. Once authorized, we can move forward with scheduling the in-person portion of the assessment.
Our clinical team spends dedicated time with your child conducting an in-person assessment, while also meeting with your family to understand your goals and priorities. From there, we develop individualized goals and a personalized treatment plan built specifically around your child.
Once the treatment plan is complete, we submit everything to your insurance provider for authorization, handling the process on your behalf so there are no unnecessary delays before therapy begins.
With all the pieces in place, it is time for the most exciting step. Your child begins therapy and your family becomes part of the Hand Over Hand community.
We understand that starting ABA therapy comes with many questions and concerns.
Our team takes the time to understand your child’s needs, verify your insurance coverage, and make sure every detail is in place before ABA therapy begins.
Building trust and open communication from the start is our priority, so you feel confident and prepared for the journey ahead.
It is entirely typical to feel uncertain. At the intake and assessment stage, our staff will discuss center-based, home-based, and school-based service possibilities with you and your family.
The family is engaged at all stages. Our staff keeps families updated, provides information and resources, discusses objectives, and suggests strategies that might be helpful for your child when they are not in therapy.
ABA therapy may support skills related to play, turn-taking, communication, group activities, and peer interaction. The specific goals depend on your child’s needs and where support may be most helpful.
Yes, each plan will be designed taking into consideration the needs of the child, his or her preferred ways of learning, the priorities of parents, and assessment data.
Goals may change depending on how much progress is made.
Yes. ABA therapy can support daily routines such as getting dressed, following directions, moving from one activity to another, asking for help, participating in play, and building independence.
For many New Jersey families, yes, health insurance does cover applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy when a child has an autism diagnosis, and the treatment is considered medically necessary.
ABA therapy is a personalized approach that helps children build useful skills through teaching, practice, and positive encouragement.
Wondering how long ABA therapy lasts? Learn what affects treatment duration, weekly therapy hours, progress milestones, and when therapy may end.
