Understanding ABA Therapy
What is ABA therapy?
ABA Therapy uses positive reinforcement (“rewards”) to teach communication, social, emotional, and daily living skills, and is considered the gold-standard treatment for children with autism.
How is progress measured in ABA Therapy?
We collect data on specific behaviors in real time; both skills we are teaching (like requesting) and behaviors we want to reduce (like tantrums or self-injury) and we use this data to review progress over time.
When is it best to begin ABA Therapy?
According to the CDC, taking early action to get your child the support they need when they are young can help improve their ability to learn new skills across their lifespan - our center environments and clinical programs are designed with very young learners in mind!
Is ABA Therapy the only support service for autism?
No, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy is not the only approach for young children on the autism spectrum, though it is considered the “gold standard” for care.
Does Ally Behavior only offer ABA?
Yes, if your child needs support services in addition to their ABA Therapy, Ally Behavior Centers is equipped to provide Speech Therapy and Occupational Therapy integrated within their weekly schedule.
Does my child need a diagnosis to begin ABA Therapy?
Yes, for the majority of private insurance providers, an autism diagnosis is necessary for ABA therapy coverage to be authorized - Contact Ally Behavior Centers to learn about our autism testing services.
What does a day in an ABA Therapy program look like?
At Ally Behavior, our children are in the center with us from Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm, rotating between learning environments and engaging in several unique activities designed to reinforce their skill development.
Ally’s Services and Enrollment Process
What services are available to my child through Ally Behavior?
Ally Behavior’s program involved 30 - 40 hours a week of ABA, Speech, and Occupational Therapy in a center-based environment designed for learners under 6 years old.
Is my child eligible for Ally Behavior’s therapy program?
Ally Behavior can enroll children ages 18 months to 4.5 years old who have a formal diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) that recommends an early intensive approach to care. *We can serve children until the age of 6, but enrollment is not available after 4.5 years of age.
How do I enroll my child in Ally Behavior’s program?
- To enroll your child in our program, take the first step by contacting us via our enrollment form and we will reach out within 24 hours!
How does Ally Behavior support my family outside of the clinic-setting?
Part of your child’s program will focus on parent training, where we discuss the home environment and tools to help support your child’s development in the home
Can Ally Behavior Centers help my child with skills outside the center?
Absolutely! Ally partners with parents to build skills and strategies for conquering upcoming life events such as family photos, riding a plane for the first time, and more.
How do I get my child a diagnostic evaluation through Ally Behavior?
Whether you're starting to notice developmental concerns or ready for a formal diagnosis, our team will support you through every stage of the autism testing process and the first step is to fill out our contact form.
I filled out the contact form, what’s next?
After filling out our form, you will receive a call from an enrollment specialist for a discussion of the concerns you currently have related to your child's development and what kind of support you are hoping to receive..
Ally’s Care Providers
Who works with my child in the clinic?
Your child’s care team includes board certified professionals such as ABA clinicians (BCBAs and RBTs) plus Speech Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists.
Who do I contact for administrative help when my child is enrolled?
Our on-site Center Operations Managers are available to assist parents with questions and any administrative needs that may arise such as family vacation absences and children’s sickness.
How often do I meet with my child’s providers?
Included in Ally Behavior’s full-time program structure are monthly parent training sessions where we review how your child is progressing in their developmental milestones. Outside of these meetings, we provide parents with daily general overviews of their child’s day during pick-up and drop-off.
Do you conduct background checks on staff?
Yes, all of our employees at Ally Behavior Centers, even those who are not client facing, are required to pass a state and federal background check before they begin work.
Insurance & Coverage
Does insurance cover ABA, Speech, and OT?
Virtually all private health insurance plans cover ABA therapy, and Ally Behavior Centers is in-network with most major providers within our established service areas.
How do I know if my insurance covers ABA?
After contacting our team and uploading your insurance information, we complete a comprehensive benefits check to provide you with a full picture of your coverage options.
What will my personal financial responsibility be?
Financial responsibilities and co-pays will differ between insurance plans- we provide you with an estimate of total costs to consider before you commit to services with Ally Behavior Centers.
How do I pay any out-of-pocket costs?
If the services your child receives through Ally Behavior Centers come with associated out of pocket costs, you will receive a monthly update email with your digital invoice and several options for settling payment.
Does Ally Behavior offer financial assistance?
If your family is experiencing financial hardship, you may qualify for a discounted rate based on the HHS Guidelines - we will discuss this with you during your initial meetings with our enrollment team.
You complete the form, we do the rest.
Using the insurance card you upload
A scheduling link is sent to your email
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