Child behavior and development in the Alpujarra
For children who need support with communication, independence, routines, and participation in everyday life.
Based in Órgiva, serving the Alpujarra.
About me and how I work
I am Antonio Reina Hidalgo, a psychologist qualified to provide healthcare services in Spain and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®). I have worked in Spain, the United States, and Qatar in clinical, educational, residential, and home-based settings, primarily with children with autism and developmental concerns.
How I work
I work with families, professionals, schools, and other organizations to better understand a child’s behavior and teach practical skills related to communication, independence, daily routines, and participation at home, at school, and in the community. I also provide supervision for professionals pursuing credentials in applied behavior analysis.
My work begins by listening to the family: what concerns them, what happens at home, at school, or during daily routines, what has already been tried, and what the child needs in order to make progress. From there, I define specific goals and assess the conditions that support or interfere with learning. A diagnosis can provide useful guidance and help families access certain services, but it does not by itself explain what is happening in a particular situation and should not become a limitation. For that reason, my work focuses on the child in context and on building practical skills for everyday life.
Approach and goals
My work is grounded in both rigor and care. Teaching should build on the child’s interests and be motivating, with gradual steps and real-life opportunities to use what has been learned. The goal is to help the child become more independent, participate more fully at home, at school, and in the community, and ensure that families and professionals work toward shared goals.
Phone / WhatsApp
711 556 940
Please send me your inquiry
contacto@habilidadesalpujarra.es
Service area
Órgiva and the Alpujarra
Bilingual support
Spanish / English
Services
What can we do together?
We work with families and professionals through consultations, visits, training, follow-up, and coordination. Together, we look at what is happening in each situation, identify priorities, and decide on the next steps. All services are available in Spanish and English.
Families
The first step is to understand the situation clearly: what concerns you, when the difficulty occurs, what has already been tried, and what changes might help your child in everyday life.
Initial consultation
We can begin with an in-person or online consultation to understand the situation and agree on the next steps.
Home, school, and community visits
When a difficulty occurs mainly at home, at school, or during a particular routine, an in-person visit can help us understand what is happening and try practical changes or strategies in the setting where the issue occurs.
Coordination with schools and other professionals
If your child receives support from school staff, therapists, caregivers, or other professionals, we can coordinate with them to share goals and use a consistent approach.
Professionals, service providers, and organizations
We support professionals, service providers, and organizations with needs ranging from consultation on a specific case to practical training and supervision, using applied behavior analysis as our professional framework.
Case consultation for professionals
Consultation on complex cases to clarify goals and coordinate supports using an applied behavior analysis framework.
Workshops, presentations, and collaborative projects
Practical workshops and training for families, professionals, associations, universities, local agencies, and teams in the early stages of training.
Credentialing supervision
Supervision for students and professionals pursuing BACB®, QABA®, or IBAO® credentials. We review requirements and documentation and develop a plan tailored to the credential, the competencies to be developed, and the candidate’s current stage.
(*) Case consultation and credentialing supervision are available online to professionals and teams regardless of location.
Service areas
In-person services are based in Órgiva and serve the Alpujarra and neighboring regions
We offer in-person consultations in Órgiva and visits at home, at school, or in other everyday settings. We can
also work online or by phone for an initial consultation and, once services are underway, for follow-up and
coordination with other professionals.
Primary service area
Órgiva serves as the home base for the practice. From there, we coordinate in-person consultations and visits throughout the Granada side of the Alpujarra, including the Contraviesa.
Expanded service area
We also serve families on the Almería side of the Alpujarra, the Costa Tropical, the Valle de Lecrín, Granada and its metropolitan area, and the Axarquía. Services can begin online and be combined with scheduled in-person visits.
Travel fees and minimum visit length
Visits within Órgiva proper do not include a travel fee. Visits outside Órgiva proper are subject to a travel fee based on the estimated one-way driving time from the office. The travel fee, minimum visit length, and total cost are confirmed before booking.
| Estimated one-way driving time | Travel fee |
|---|---|
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20 minutes or less |
€10 |
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More than 20 and up to 40 minutes |
€15 |
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More than 40 and up to 60 minutes |
€25 |
|
More than 60 minutes |
Custom quote |
Minimum visit length
- Travel time of 20 minutes or less: 60-, 90-, or 120-minute visits.
- More than 20 but less than 40 minutes: minimum visit length of 90 minutes.
- 40 minutes or more: minimum visit length of 120 minutes.
For organizations, workshops, collaborative projects, or multiple visits scheduled in the same area, travel costs are included in the quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens during the initial consultation?
During the initial consultation, we discuss your concerns, gather basic information, and determine whether Habilidades Alpujarra can help.
The consultation may include an initial interview, a review of available information, and preliminary guidance on priorities. From there, we can determine the most appropriate format: consultation, in-person visit, online follow-up, coordination, or referral to another provider.
What should I include in my first message?
Please indicate whether you are contacting us as a family member, a professional, or a representative of a school, clinic, or organization; your town or municipality, or your country if you are outside Spain; the general reason for your inquiry; and whether you prefer in-person or online services. If your inquiry concerns a child, include the child’s approximate age. For credentialing supervision, also indicate which credential you are pursuing and where you are in the process.
There is no need to send reports, names of schools or providers, or detailed clinical information in your first message.
What age groups do you work with?
I primarily work with children age 12 and younger.
I may also see older children when the concern involves behavior, functional communication, independence, routines, participation, or coordinating supports in specific settings.
Is a diagnosis required?
You are welcome to get in touch even if your child does not yet have a diagnosis. I primarily work with concerns related to autism and child development, particularly when they affect behavior, communication, independence, or everyday routines.
The assessment focuses on understanding what is happening in everyday life, what has already been tried, and which skills would be helpful to teach.
Do services need to be weekly?
Not every case requires weekly services. Sessions may be weekly, every other week, monthly, or scheduled as needed, depending on the goals and the current stage of the work.
We can also combine in-person and online services or schedule brief follow-up sessions once services are underway.
What does Habilidades Alpujarra offer, and when might another service be more appropriate?
Habilidades Alpujarra is a specialized service focused on child behavior and development. We work with families, caregivers, organizations, and professionals through consultations, visits in everyday settings, training, follow-up, coordination, and professional consultation.
Our work focuses on reducing everyday difficulties and challenging behavior while helping children develop functional adaptive skills. Situations we address include difficulty moving from one activity to another or accepting changes or limits, resistance to routines such as getting dressed, personal care, eating, leaving the house, going to school, or completing tasks, sleep-related difficulties, and challenging behavior such as frequent or intense tantrums, damage to materials or objects, or aggression. At the same time, we teach skills that help children respond more flexibly to everyday demands, communicate their needs, play, participate in family activities, and become more independent in everyday routines, including toilet training.
Functional assessment guides the work. Together with the family and other people in the child’s life, we look at what is happening in each situation, set priorities, decide which skills to teach, and identify changes or strategies that may be most helpful.
Active participation by the family and the people who support the child is essential. Together, we set specific goals, put strategies into practice in everyday life, and review how they are working so that everyone can work toward the same goals across home, school, and other important settings.
Our model differs from that of a multidisciplinary clinic providing ongoing therapy. Habilidades Alpujarra can complement educational or therapeutic services the child already receives.
We do not provide medical diagnoses, prescribe or recommend medication, or provide dietary, supplement, or nutritional guidance.
Another provider may be more appropriate when the child needs medical care, a specialized diagnostic evaluation, speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, mental health services, early intervention, a specialized educational program, or other ongoing services.
Do you provide tutoring or homework help?
No. Habilidades Alpujarra does not provide tutoring or homework help as a primary service. When a school-related difficulty involves behavior, communication, independence, routines, or participation, the work focuses on the skills needed to participate more successfully in school and everyday activities.
What reports or written guidance are available?
When written documentation would be useful, we determine which type of document is most appropriate.
A brief report is usually prepared after a home or school visit. It summarizes the context and reason for consultation, information shared by the family or professionals, what was observed, and recommendations based on the assessment.
A comprehensive report is intended for situations in which the family needs a more detailed document to share with a school, another professional, or an organization. It brings together information from multiple interviews, visits, or coordination meetings, explains in greater detail what is happening, and outlines the goals, procedures, and recommendations. It may help coordinate services, document the need for an intervention, or provide supporting information for financial assistance, educational grants, or private insurance reimbursement.
These reports are intended for observation, follow-up, and guidance. They do not replace diagnostic, administrative, educational, or healthcare reports issued by the appropriate professionals or agencies.
What confidentiality requirements apply when coordinating with schools or other professionals?
Coordination with schools, professionals, caregivers, or other direct support providers requires consent from the family or the child’s legal guardian.
No identifying information is used in general professional consultations. If we need to review records, observe the child, or provide individualized recommendations, we obtain the appropriate consent.
Where can I find information about fees, payment terms, financial assistance, or possible reimbursement?
Current fees and basic payment terms are listed below.
A Guide to Financial Assistance, Grants, and Reimbursement is also available as a general resource for families. The guide does not replace official information from the relevant program or organization, since each program, grant, or reimbursement arrangement has its own requirements. Habilidades Alpujarra provides an invoice for services rendered and, when appropriate, prepares written estimates and reports.
Fees and payment
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
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Initial consultation, in person or online, 60 minutes |
€70 |
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Online or phone follow-up, up to 30 minutes |
€20 |
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Online or phone follow-up, up to 60 minutes |
€40 |
|
Online or phone coordination, up to 30 minutes |
€20 |
|
Online or phone coordination, up to 60 minutes |
€40 |
|
Home, school, or community visit, 60 minutes |
€80 |
|
Home, school, or community visit, 90 minutes |
€100 |
|
Home, school, or community visit, 120 minutes |
€125 |
|
Brief report |
€40 |
|
Comprehensive report |
€90 |
|
Case consultation for professionals, 60 minutes |
€70 |
(*) The prices shown are final and include applicable taxes. If you need an invoice, you can request one at contacto@habilidadesalpujarra.es.
Report fees cover preparation of the report. Any consultations, visits, or coordination needed to prepare it are billed separately.
Online or phone follow-up is available once services are underway. In-person meetings at homes, schools, clinics, or other locations are billed as visits and, outside Órgiva proper, are subject to the applicable travel fee.
Professional consultations for organizations, training, and collaborative projects are quoted in advance. Credentialing supervision follows the fees listed in the supervision brochure.
Payment
Payment may be made by bank transfer, Bizum, or cash. In-person consultations at the Órgiva office are paid at the end of the appointment. Online or phone sessions and visits to homes, schools, or other agreed locations must be paid in advance by bank transfer or Bizum to confirm the booking. Reports are paid when commissioned, before preparation begins. For services covered by a written estimate, the payment method and schedule are stated in the estimate.
Visits scheduled on weekends or official holidays are considered outside regular hours and are quoted in advance.
Rescheduling and cancellations
Consultations, follow-up sessions, and coordination appointments may be rescheduled or canceled at no charge with at least 24 hours’ notice. Visits to homes, schools, or other agreed locations require 48 hours’ notice. If notice is given within the applicable period, any amount paid will be refunded or applied to a new appointment. If notice is given after the deadline, 50% of the reserved fee will be charged or retained, as applicable. If no notice is given, the full fee will be charged or retained. If travel has already begun, the applicable travel fee will also be charged or retained.
Any outstanding balance must be paid before another appointment can be booked. These charges do not apply in the event of a medical emergency or other circumstances beyond the client’s control.
If Habilidades Alpujarra needs to cancel an appointment, the client will be offered a new date or a full refund of any amount paid.
Credentials and Professional Standards
Qualified to practice psychology in healthcare settings in Spain and internationally certified in applied behavior analysis.
Healthcare Qualification
Registered Psychologist
Qualified to practice psychology in healthcare settings in Spain. Professional registration no. AO14805 with the Official College of Psychology of Eastern Andalusia.
International Certification
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA®)
BCBA® 1-20-43673. A leading international certification in behavior analysis, recognized for its rigorous standards in training, supervised practice, and professional ethics.
Contact
You can contact us by WhatsApp, email, or through the contact form. You do not need to have everything figured out before you reach out.
For your first inquiry, please indicate whether you are contacting us as a family member, a professional, or a representative of a school, clinic, or organization; your town or municipality, or your country if you are outside Spain; the general reason for your inquiry; and the type of service you are seeking. If the inquiry concerns a child, include the child’s approximate age.
- 711 556 940
- contacto@habilidadesalpujarra.es
- In-person appointments on Wednesdays at AC Healthy & Co, Calle Galileo 2, Granada · Authorized healthcare center · NICA 59745.