Adamo Ferazzutti
Lead Behaviour Therapist
Adamo is a Lead Behaviour Therapist with Progressive Steps Training and Consultation Inc. He provides 1:1 ABA to children, teens and adults with ASD. He provides staff and caregiver training and support and participates in the assessment and treatment of complex behaviour.
Adamo has 6 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities while using ABA-based teaching strategies. He is a kind person who is passionate about giving the best care to all of his clients. He has a strong work ethic and has been referred to by many of his co-workers as a natural teacher. He loves making client sessions fun while meeting their goals.
Adamo found inspiration from his younger brother when he was diagnosed with ASD. He saw firsthand, how effective ABA can be and was inspired to get into the field.
Experience
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6+ years of supporting children, teens and adults with ASD & other developmental disabilities
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6+ years implementing ABA-based teaching strategies
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Big brother to someone with ASD, so understands the family impact
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Providing staff training
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Experience with managing aggressive and self-injurious behaviour
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Team leadership
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Participate in the assessment and treatment of challenging behaviour including practical functional analysis and skill-based treatment.
Education & Training
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Behavioural Psychology Technology (in progress)
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Precision Teaching
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Direct Instruction
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Practical Functional Assessment (PFA) and Skill-based Treatment (SBT)
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Acceptance and Commitment Training