EMPOWERING FAMILIES.
TRANSFORMING LIVES.
At Short Support, we provide tailored, evidence-based programs to help families create positive, nurturing home environments. Through individualized strategies and collaborative support, we foster lasting behavioral change, improved communication, and overall family well-being.
Meet Margaret Short
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
As a dedicated behavior analyst, I am deeply committed to helping families create nurturing, positive home environments. My goal is to empower families by providing tailored, evidence-based programs that address each family's unique needs and challenges. By developing individualized strategies and interventions, I strive to foster lasting behavioral change that enhances family dynamics, improves communication, and supports the overall well-being of every family member. I am passionate about working collaboratively with families to ensure that the solutions I introduce are not only effective but also sustainable, enabling families to thrive together in a supportive and harmonious environment.
MY APPROACH
As a behavior analyst, one of my core strengths is guiding parents in the development and implementation of individualized behavior plans designed to address a range of challenging behaviors, such as tantrums, outbursts, aggression, and property destruction. I work closely with families to understand the root causes of these behaviors, taking into account each child’s unique needs, strengths, and challenges. By conducting thorough assessments, I can help identify triggers and patterns, which then inform the creation of tailored interventions that promote positive behavioral change.
I empower parents with the tools and techniques they need to effectively manage challenging behaviors in real-time. This includes using proactive strategies to prevent escalation, as well as teaching them how to respond consistently and effectively during difficult moments. A key part of my work is not only reducing undesirable behaviors but also helping parents teach their children replacement behaviors that foster emotional regulation, tolerance for frustration, and resilience in the face of disappointment.
Whether it's teaching a child to use appropriate communication skills when upset, engage in self-soothing techniques, or develop coping strategies for difficult tasks, I work alongside parents to ensure that these skills become an integrated part of daily life.
Additionally, I focus on strengthening family routines and reinforcing positive behaviors that support both the child and the overall family dynamic. By creating a supportive, structured environment, I help families build confidence in their ability to handle challenging situations, making the home a place of stability, growth, and connection.
SERVICES
Short Support Behavior Consulting offers ABA services to teach skills and address behavioral challenges.
ABA THERAPY
In person, 1:1 therapy provided by a behavior analyst to your child. Parent training sessions would also be scheduled (with and without the child present) to assure procedures are being implemented with at least 80% accuracy outside of sessions with the analyst. ABA therapy sessions can occur in the clients home, school, or in the community.
PARENT COLLABORATION
Sessions conducted by a behavior analyst to collect information from parents and guide parents in implementing recommended procedures through coaching and modeling procedures. Virtual or in person sessions available.
BEHAVIOR CONSULTING
Sessions with a behavior analyst to problem solve challenges you and your family may be experiencing. Virtual or in person sessions available.
WHAT TO EXPECT
At Short Support Behavior Consulting, we begin our process with a 15-minute phone consultation to determine if our services are a good fit for you and your family. During this brief conversation, we’ll discuss your goals and any concerns you may have. Following this, we will send you intake paperwork to complete, and we will also collect payment information. Please note that at this time, we are only accepting private pay clients.
Once we’ve completed the initial steps, we’ll schedule your first session, which will take place in your home or another community setting where you feel comfortable. The first session typically lasts between 60-120 minutes and focuses on gathering key information to identify your main concerns. Together, we’ll work to create clear, actionable goals to guide the behavior consulting process.
We are committed to providing personalized, supportive care tailored to your unique needs and circumstances.
PHONE CONSULTATION REQUEST FORM
Complete the form or email me to set up a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation to determine if my services would be a good fit for you and your family. I look forward to speaking with you!
