Port Harcourt Behavioral
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Port Harcourt Behavioral Health Autism International School

Providing specialized mental illness treatment and therapies with United States trained clinical psychologists.

Training & Certification

Psychological Assessments — Devereux, Pennsylvania USA

Training & Certification

Behavioral Health Rehabilitation — Staffing Plus Inc

Training & Certification

Autism & Cultural Competence — GTS Behavioral Health

Training & Certification

Standard First Aid — National CPR Foundation

PBHAC facility and therapy
6+Years Experience
Introduction

Port Harcourt Behavioral Health / Autism Clinic

(PBHAC) is a behavioral health and autism clinic, as well as an International School for Autism and other disorders. We specialize in providing mental illness treatment and therapies to individuals, groups, and companies.

Our clinical team consists of United States-trained clinical psychologists and psychotherapists with extensive experience. We provide affordable and accessible prevention, intervention, and treatment services to residents across Nigeria.

Program Highlights

Comprehensive Care Programs

Evidence-based interventions designed to support children with autism and related developmental disorders.

01

Behavioral Interventions

  • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
  • Positive Behavior Support (PBS)
  • Social Skills Training
  • Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)
02

Communication Skills

  • Speech & Language Therapy
  • Augmentative Communication (AAC)
  • Social Communication Strategies
  • Pragmatic Language Skills
03

Educational Support

  • Individualized Education Program (IEP)
  • Specialized Teaching Techniques
  • Academic Support & Tutoring
  • Transition Planning
Children in therapy at PBHAC

Supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families

We provide compassionate, evidence-based care to help every child reach their full potential.

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Our Services

Evidence-Based Practices

We emphasize assisting special education populations with proven therapeutic methodologies.

ABA Therapy

Applied Behavior Analysis using positive reinforcement for behavior modification and skill development.

Early Intervention

Play-based learning for children 18 months to 7 years with individualized therapy plans.

Speech & Language

Expressive and receptive therapy including PECS and AAC technology for communication.

Psychological Assessment

Comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for ASD, ADHD, and developmental delays.

Skills Acquisition

Practical life skills: cosmetology, soap & perfume making, beadwork, and shoe making.

Sensory Integration

Addressing sensory processing needs with specialized equipment and therapeutic approaches.

All Program Highlights

ABA Therapy
Early Intervention Program
Psychological Assessment
Well Trained Clinicians
Small Teacher-Student Ratios
Speech & Language Therapy
Sensory Integration Therapy
Skills Acquisition Program
Cosmetology & Makeup
Soap & Perfume Making
Beads Making
Shoe Making
CEO / Director

Joe Israel

Clinical Psychologist

Qualifications

  • BS. Industrial Management — Cheyney University, Pennsylvania
  • MS. Human Services (Mental Health Counseling) — Springfield College, US
  • HSBCP. Human Services Board Certified Professional — CCE
  • Cognitive Therapy Certification — Beck Institute, UPenn, USA
  • Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) — PA Bureau of Autism
  • Treatment Plan Development — PA Bureau of Autism
  • Trauma Informed Care Certificate — Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Multicultural Psychotherapy — Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Licensure

Licensed Behavior Specialist Consultant — Pennsylvania Board of Medicine

Early Intervention Program

Play-based learning environment for children with autism and special needs ages 18 months to 7 years. Each child receives individualized speech therapy, ABA therapy, psychomotor therapy, and special education services tailored to their unique needs.

Psychological Assessments

Comprehensive evaluations for autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, cognitive impairment, intellectual disability, and developmental delays. Our board-certified psychology team uses scientifically recognized tests for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

The gold standard in behavior modification and autism treatment. Using positive reinforcement through reward systems, our BCBA-supervised program helps children build real-world skills, self-esteem, and confidence.

Speech & Language Therapy

Supporting both expressive and receptive language development. We utilize PECS and AAC technology for non-verbal children, working on gestures, articulation, and effective communication from an early age.

Our Mission

To provide timely, effective assessment, treatment, and support services for residents experiencing or impacted by mental health disorders.

Our Vision

A comprehensive system of human services available and affordable to all through model programs and community partnerships.

Our Values

CompassionConfidentialityDedicationDiversityIntegrity
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Our Location

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We provide professional behavioral health services close to home.

Our Address

112 Eastwest Road, Eliowhani, Port Harcourt. (Close to Rumuodara Junction)

Contact Numbers

(+234) 0814-329-1122 (+234) 0816-425-6836

Email Address

behavioralhealth.autism@gmail.com

Port Harcourt location

Port Harcourt, Nigeria

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