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Most insurance providers require a formal autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis from a qualified medical professional before approving coverage for ABA therapy. Diagnoses are typically made by specialists such as developmental pediatricians, pediatric neurologists, or licensed psychologists.

If you have concerns but do not yet have a diagnosis, ContextABA can still help you take the next step. Our team offers the ADOS-2, a structured autism assessment that provides clear information about your child’s developmental profile and can support the broader diagnostic process.

If you are wondering whether your child may benefit from an evaluation, we invite you to explore our assessment services or contact our team for guidance.

Yes. All services at ContextABA are grounded in the scientifically established principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), one of the most widely researched approaches for supporting children with autism and related developmental differences.

Our clinicians use evidence-based strategies to help children build meaningful skills such as communication, social interaction, play, independence, and emotional regulation. Each program is individualized and adjusted over time using ongoing assessment and data-informed decision-making.

We also stay connected to current research and professional best practices so that our care remains effective, compassionate, and child-centered.

Yes. Before therapy begins, we complete a comprehensive assessment so that your child’s program can be designed around their individual strengths, needs, and your family’s goals.
The process typically includes an initial conversation, review of records and intake forms, a clinical observation with parent interview, and a detailed assessment report with treatment recommendations. This report is usually submitted to your insurance provider to request authorization for services.

From intake through insurance approval, the process generally takes about 4−6 weeks, although timelines may vary depending on your insurance plan. Our team guides families through each step and works to make the process as clear and supportive as possible.

The timeline can vary depending on insurance authorization and completion of the intake process, but most families are able to begin services within approximately 4−6 weeks.

This time allows us to complete your child’s initial assessment, develop an individualized treatment plan, and obtain approval from your insurance provider when required. To learn more about what this process looks like, please visit our Intake Process page.

At ContextABA, every child’s program is designed and overseen by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with advanced training in applied behavior analysis and early childhood development. Our BCBAs hold master’s-level or higher degrees and bring extensive experience supporting young children with autism and related developmental differences.

Each program begins with a careful assessment of your child’s strengths, interests, and areas for growth. From there, the BCBA develops an individualized treatment plan that focuses on meaningful goals such as communication, play, social connection, independence, and emotional regulation.

While credentials are essential, they are only part of what we value. At ContextABA, our clinicians are selected not only for their expertise, but also for their creativity, curiosity, and commitment to partnering closely with families. We believe early intervention works best when therapists, parents, and children collaborate in a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Your child’s day-to-day therapy sessions are provided by trained Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) under the close supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). At ContextABA, we place strong emphasis on thoughtful, hands-on staff preparation. Our technicians complete structured training that includes guided practice, in-person coaching, and real-time feedback so they are well prepared to support young learners effectively.

Depending on your child’s program, they may work with a small team of technicians throughout the week. This team approach helps children build flexibility, confidence, and skill generalization across people and settings, while the BCBA remains closely involved in treatment planning, supervision, and progress monitoring.

At ContextABA, progress monitoring is an essential part of therapy. During each session, our team collects objective data on your child’s learning and skill development. Your child’s BCBA reviews this data regularly, uses graphs to track patterns over time, and adjusts goals or teaching strategies as needed to support continued progress.

We also believe families are an important part of the process. Parents meet with the BCBA regularly to review progress, discuss treatment direction, and learn ways to support skill development at home. In addition, families participate in more comprehensive progress reviews twice each year.

Our goal is to keep progress transparent, collaborative, and guided by data so that your child receives effective, individualized support.

The number of therapy hours recommended for a child is based on a comprehensive assessment completed before services begin. Your child’s BCBA considers age, developmental needs, learning style, and your family’s goals when recommending a level of support.

Research on early intensive behavioral intervention suggests that many young children with autism benefit from 25−40 hours per week of structured, individualized learning opportunities, especially during the early developmental years. This intensity helps children practice new skills more often and across a wider range of situations, which can support stronger progress in communication, social interaction, play, and independence.

At ContextABA, these hours do not look like traditional classroom instruction all day. Learning happens through a mix of structured teaching, play, movement, social interaction, outdoor activities, snack time, and everyday routines. Our goal is to create many meaningful learning opportunities within engaging, developmentally appropriate experiences.

Not every child needs the same number of hours. After the assessment, we review our recommendations with families so they can make informed decisions about the level of support that feels appropriate for their child.

ContextABA specializes in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and does not directly provide speech therapy or occupational therapy services. Our programs focus on helping children build communication, social, play, and daily living skills through individualized ABA support.

Some of these goals may overlap with areas often addressed in speech or occupational therapy. If additional services would be helpful, we are happy to collaborate with outside providers and coordinate as part of your child’s broader support team.

Our goal is to help each child receive thoughtful, well-rounded support across settings.

During the assessment process, your child’s BCBA recommends a level of therapy based on their developmental needs, learning profile, and treatment goals. These recommendations reflect the level of support most likely to help your child make meaningful progress.

We understand that every family’s schedule and circumstances are different. If challenges come up around availability, our team will work with you to review your child’s routine and talk through what may be possible.

If we determine that we are not able to provide services at a level that would be clinically appropriate for your child, we will be honest with you and help explore other options that may better fit your family’s needs.

Our goal is always to support children in a way that is both meaningful and clinically appropriate.