What We Do

We support people at our unique home-like center, set on six acres of farmland in Northborough, Massachusetts. Conveniently located just minutes from Route 495, the center operates Monday through Saturday from 8:30 am to 6:30 pm. It offers a peaceful setting where individuals can enjoy outdoor activities in nature, take a break, walk, or explore. Center services are designed to be both fun and therapeutic. Our high staffing ratios help individuals achieve notable growth in areas such as emotional and behavioral regulation, flexibility, weight loss, physical fitness, social skills, functional academics, executive functioning, and independent living. 

We offer in-home ABA therapy, in which BCBAs/LABAs create a treatment plan and supervise the implementation of that plan by trained Behavior Technicians. This approach utilizes the home environment to promote natural learning and social interaction, thereby fostering increased family involvement, flexibility, and skill generalization. Therapy can focus on daily living skills, such as self-care, within the individual's routine, making the learning more relevant and effective. Service area includes Central Massachusetts, Greater Boston, and MetroWest.

Consultations with public and private schools, families, and human services agencies help improve services for individuals with learning, cognitive, and behavioral challenges. We assess and enhance educational programs for teens and adults with autism and challenging behaviors. Our consultations and Functional Behavioral Assessments help develop effective Behavior Support Plans in partnership with the Individualized Education Program team. We design and monitor educational and behavioral programs based on data-driven decisions.  We offer psycho-educational, social skills, and developmental assessments, along with classroom consultations. Additionally, we provide staff training and professional development. Service area includes Central Massachusetts, Greater Boston, and MetroWest.

We focus on making activities inclusive and accessible. Our goal is to promote physical activity, social skills, and overall well-being through adaptive sports, such as soccer, skiing, hiking, canoeing, bowling, and more. We offer one-on-one and small-group support, helping individuals build confidence and develop the skills they need to participate meaningfully in activities they enjoy. Behavior technicians assist in this process, enabling people to face challenges and pursue important life goals. Service area includes Central Massachusetts, Greater Boston, and MetroWest.

Privately funded, developed, and managed residential services for autistic individuals, especially in Massachusetts and Vermont, offer specialized, community-focused living arrangements that are often staffed 24/7. These providers prioritize personalized care, skill development, community integration, and behavioral support.

Residential models are tailored to individual needs and may include options such as community-based group homes that usually house 1 to 3 people, supervised apartments or houses, and "Shared Living" arrangements. Support in these homes offers around-the-clock staffing and behavioral support. There is a strong focus on promoting independence through programs that teach life skills such as cooking, budgeting, transportation, and employment. 

RBTR Institute offers family coaching sessions because we recognize that family members play a crucial role in achieving success for their loved ones. Coaching sessions are one-on-one meetings that provide problem-solving and skills-building support to help families develop practical strategies. We schedule regular sessions to review progress, share strategies, and provide ongoing support. Family coaching sessions are offered virtually (via telehealth) to ensure that all families can access this important resource.

We have consultants and IEP advocates for Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). They help parents navigate the special education process by reviewing school records, ensuring legal compliance, and negotiating services with their local school districts.

We have consultants and advocates specializing in the adult system of the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to assist families in navigating housing, day programs, group homes, and funding. We act as a vital link between families and state agencies, ensuring that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) or autism can secure the services they need. 

Decades of Experience in Special Education Advocacy

Expert Qualifications: 

- Master’s degree or PhD. 

- Certified and licensed clinicians practicing in various professional roles.

- Administrative experience in school districts. 

- Administrative experience with the DESE for private schools. 

- Experience in starting up and managing several DESE private schools. 

- Background as a teacher, director of special education, and principal.

- Knowledge of special education law, including IDEA.

- Parent of a child with a disability.

What Sets Us Apart:

- Expertise in accommodations.

- Trauma-informed approach.

- Ability to simplify complex issues.

- Skilled in mediation and negotiation.

- Solutions-focused mindset for overcoming barriers.

- Extensive experience in IEP analysis, processes, and procedures.

- Proficiency in generating success from conflict.

- Solutions-driven mentality.

- Effective communication skills.

- Exceptional listening skills.

- Highly personalized support for families.