Keshyra Williams

Skill Acquisition 

The Skill Acquisition Goals are designed to help clients learn and practice new abilities that enhance their independence, social functioning, and overall quality of life. Each goal is broken down into smaller, manageable steps, and progress is regularly monitored through data collection to ensure success. The use of performance arts—such as music and role-play—is integrated into these plans to make learning more engaging and enjoyable.

• Performance Arts as Therapeutic Tools: I use performance arts like music, role-play, and imitation exercises to make therapy both effective and enjoyable. These creative methods are tailored to each client’s goals and are particularly helpful for practicing social skills, communication, and emotional expression in a safe, supportive setting. Whether it’s through singing, playing instruments, or engaging in role-play scenarios, clients can practice their new skills in a dynamic and interactive way, reinforcing positive behaviors and facilitating skill acquisition.
• Building Self-Awareness and Empowerment: ABA not only focuses on behavior change but also empowers clients by helping them recognize their strengths. As clients work towards their Skill Acquisition Goals, they gain confidence and self-awareness, realizing their capacity to master new skills. Performance arts provide a unique avenue for clients to express themselves, develop their abilities, and celebrate their progress, further boosting self-esteem and fostering a sense of accomplishment.

Services 

I specialize in using ABA-based interventions, Individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and performance arts to help individuals acquire new skills and improve their overall quality of life. My approach is adaptable, responding to each client’s individual needs and progress. I work with clients of all ages but have a special focus on children, adolescents, and young adults who are working to enhance their communication, social, and emotional regulation skills.

Clinically, my focus areas include:

• Developing and improving communication skills (verbal, non-verbal, social communication)
• Enhancing social skills (interacting with peers, understanding social cues) through creative role-play and group activities
• Supporting emotional regulation (managing stress, coping strategies) using music and other performance arts
• Promoting daily living skills (self-care, time management, independence) through ABA techniques
• Skill acquisition in areas such as problem-solving, decision-making, and adaptive functioning
• Managing challenging behaviors through individualized ABA strategies
• Providing a dynamic, engaging therapy process that is grounded in data and adaptable to individual progress

I work closely with clients, families, and other care providers to ensure that each BIP and Skill Acquisition Plan is tailored to the client's needs and goals. By tracking progress and adjusting interventions as needed, I help clients achieve meaningful and lasting improvements in their behavior and skills. I also encourage collaboration with other services, such as psychiatry, speech therapy, and educational support, to provide comprehensive, holistic care.