RUBI Parent Training:  Empowering Parents, Transforming Behavior

As a BCBA, I often meet families looking for support in managing their child’s challenging behaviors associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). One of the most effective tools I’ve seen in practice is the RUBI Parent Training Program. Developed by experts in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), RUBI (Research Units in Behavioral Intervention) has helped countless families create calmer homes, reduce problem behaviors, and increase positive interactions—all by training parents to be the change agents their children need.

What Is RUBI Parent Training?

RUBI is a structured, evidence-based parent training program designed specifically for children with ASD and disruptive behavior. Instead of placing the focus solely on the child, RUBI empowers you, the parent, by teaching practical strategies grounded in ABA principles. Over the course of 11–14 sessions, you’ll learn how to:

• Increase cooperation and communication

• Reduce tantrums, aggression, and noncompliance

• Establish consistent routines

• Use positive reinforcement effectively

• Handle challenging behavior calmly and confidently

RUBI is collaborative, respectful of family values, and tailored to your child’s unique needs.

What Does the Research Say?

The effectiveness of RUBI is backed by strong scientific evidence. A multi-site randomized clinical trial (Bearss et al., 2015) demonstrated that:

• Children in the RUBI program had significantly greater reductions in disruptive behavior compared to those in standard treatment.

• Improvements were maintained over time, even after the training sessions had ended.

• Parents reported higher confidence in managing behavior and noted significant decreases in their own stress levels.

In another study published in Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, 64% of children who participated in RUBI showed clinically significant improvements in behavior.

Real-Life Results

In my own practice, I’ve seen the RUBI program change lives. I’ve worked with parents who were at their breaking point—dealing with daily meltdowns, refusals to follow directions, and sleepless nights. After completing RUBI, these same families often report:

• Fewer daily power struggles

• More meaningful and joyful interactions with their child

• A sense of calm and control they hadn’t felt in years

Why Parent Training Matters

ABA-based parent training isn't just a supplement to therapy—it is therapy. When parents learn to apply evidence-based strategies consistently at home, the impact is faster, deeper, and longer-lasting. RUBI gives you the tools to create lasting change, without relying on constant outside intervention.

Ready to Get Started?

If you’re ready to build a stronger relationship with your child and reduce stress at home, RUBI Parent Training through Behavior Coach LLC is now enrolling new families. We are trained in delivering RUBI in a compassionate, supportive, and family-centered way via telehealth.

🌟 Sign up today with Behavior Coach LLC and start your journey to a more peaceful, empowered home.

Let’s work together to turn your daily challenges into lasting victories.