Mission Statement 

Here at New Beginnings Behavioral Health, we provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy with a trauma-informed approach to support children, adolescents, and adults with autism and developmental disabilities. Our dedicated team tailors services to each individual's unique needs, empowering them to thrive at home, in school, and in the community. Committed to the highest ethical standards, we strive to create meaningful, lasting change and lifelong positive impacts.

What Does ABA Entail at New Beginnings Behavioral Health?

  • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a scientific approach to understanding and improving behavior. ABA is widely used in therapeutic settings to support individuals with autism and other developmental differences by applying principles of learning, motivation, and reinforcement.

    ABA focuses on encouraging positive behaviors and reducing those that may interfere with learning or quality of life. Our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) begin by understanding each individual’s unique strengths, challenges, and motivations.

    Key components of ABA include:

     •    Observation and Assessment: BCBAs carefully observe behaviors and identify the factors that motivate or trigger specific actions.

     •    Individualized Treatment Planning: A customized plan is developed to teach new, helpful skills while reducing behaviors that may be unhelpful or disruptive.

     •    Ongoing Progress Monitoring: Progress is tracked through regular data collection to ensure the plan is effective and to make necessary adjustments.

     •    Caregiver Collaboration: Caregivers play a critical role by working closely with therapists to apply strategies consistently at home and in everyday life.

    At New Beginnings Behavioral Health, we use ABA as a foundation for compassionate, trauma-informed, and assent-based practices — always honoring each individual’s dignity, autonomy, and potential.

  • At New Beginnings Behavioral Health, LLC, each client’s treatment is supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA). Direct 1:1 therapy is provided by a highly qualified Behavior Technician, who holds at least a Bachelor’s degree and has experience working with children with autism.

    Session Structure

    • In-home ABA sessions are typically scheduled in blocks of two to three hours.

    • A parent, legal guardian, or an adult over the age of 18 must be present and available in the home for the duration of the therapy session(s).

    Scheduling Guidelines

    • Families are required to provide at least 24 hours’ notice for all appointment cancellations, except in cases of emergency.

    • For significant scheduling changes, such as extended vacations or adjustments to session times, we request at least two weeks’ notice to maintain consistency in service delivery.

    End-of-Session Procedures

    The final 15 minutes of each session are reserved for essential tasks, including:

    • Data collection and note writing.

    • Preparation and organization of materials for the next session.

    • Discussion with the parent about session progress and any updates.

  • At New Beginnings Behavioral Health, we proudly utilize Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy through a variety of evidence-based practices, including:

    •    Functional Communication Training (FCT)

        •    Natural Environment Teaching (NET)

       •    Verbal Behavior Therapy (VBT)

        •    Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention (EIBI)

        •    Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT)

      •    Social Skills Training

        •    Task Analysis

        •    Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)

        •    Tender Loving Care (TLC)

    Each methodology is carefully selected and tailored to meet the individual needs of our clients, promoting meaningful skill development across home, school, and community settings.

  • • Caregiver participation is essential to maximize the success of each client’s treatment plan. Caregivers are expected to support therapy implementation by carrying over strategies from sessions into the home environment and recording data for specific programs, as outlined in the client’s treatment planned in the client’s treatment plan.

    • If a client or caregiver is unable or unwilling to participate in the treatment process, New Beginnings Behavioral Health, LLC will make every effort to offer additional support and guidance. However, as a last resort, services may be modified, suspended, or terminated depending on the level and severity of non-engagement.

    • We believe that caregivers involvement is a cornerstone of long-term success, and we are committed to partnering with caregivers to ensure the best possible outcomes for every client we serve.

Meet the CEO

  • Krystal Haubenchild, M.A., BCBA

    Founder & CEO | New Beginnings Behavioral Health, LLC

    Krystal is the Founder and CEO of New Beginnings Behavioral Health, LLC, a trauma-informed, compassionate behavioral health practice serving California’s Central Valley. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Fresno State University and a Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Ball State University. Crystal is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with over 20 years of hands-on experience in the field.

    Starting her career as a behavior tutor, Krystal worked her way up through every level of the field, eventually becoming a registered behavior technician, a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA), and finally achieving full board certification in 2018. Her career has included work across in-home services, school districts, and regional centers, where she piloted highly successful social skills groups and gained extensive experience supporting individuals across the lifespan — from early intervention through adulthood.

    Krystal’s passion for creating New Beginnings Behavioral Health was ignited by one of her very first clients, whose family expressed concerns about the future. Those conversations planted the vision for a safe, empowering space where individuals with autism and other behavioral needs could thrive, be honored, and access opportunities for a full, meaningful life.

    Driven by her belief that connection is at the heart of growth, Krystal is dedicated to delivering trauma-informed, assent-based, evidence-driven care. She is passionate about empowering her clients to reach their full potential, not only by addressing skill acquisition and behavior change, but by fostering belonging, autonomy, and dignity. She is equally committed to supporting caregivers, families, and staff to create environments rich with natural contingencies of reinforcement, where real-world success can be achieved and sustained.

    Through New Beginnings Behavioral Health, Krystal proudly offers a broad range of services — from early intervention to adulthood — ensuring that both clients and clinical staff experience dynamic growth and inspiring outcomes every day.

    In her free time, Krystal enjoys traveling to new cities and exploring historic towns, cooking for her loved ones, and continually learning through advanced coursework to bring the latest research and best practices to her community.

    Krystal’s unwavering mission is to inspire, empower, and uplift every life she touches — helping individuals, families, and the broader community build a future of hope, connection, and lasting positive change.

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