FAQs
Common questions from parents.
Choosing ABA therapy is a big decision. Below are the questions we hear most often. If you don't see yours, just ask.
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Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based approach that uses learning principles to help children build meaningful skills — like communication, play, social interaction, and daily living — and to reduce behaviors that get in the way of participation. Modern ABA is individualized, play-based, and grounded in respect for each child.
ABA is often recommended after an autism diagnosis, but the best next step is a conversation. A BCBA on our team can help you think through whether ABA fits your family's goals and, if so, what an initial program might look like.
Recommended weekly hours vary by your child’s assessment, goals, family priorities, and coverage. Your BCBA will discuss an individualized recommendation with you.
Yes. ABA Prep is an in-network provider with CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield and CareFirst BlueChoice for eligible ABA services. Benefits, coverage, cost-sharing, and authorization requirements vary by plan. Our team will verify eligibility and benefits before services begin.
Caregiver involvement is important. Your BCBA will discuss training and coaching based on your family’s goals and the treatment plan.
Sessions may take place in your home, in community settings, or in coordination with your child's daycare — a blend of settings often helps skills generalize across environments.
Every session generates data. Your BCBA reviews progress with you regularly, adjusts goals as your child grows, and shares clear updates so you always know what we're working on and why.
Timelines vary based on insurance verification, clinical assessment, staffing, and current availability in your area. Our team keeps you informed at every step and will confirm next steps once coverage and clinical fit are reviewed.
We follow HIPAA requirements to safeguard protected health information (PHI). Please avoid sending sensitive medical details through our website contact or intake forms — our team will share a secure channel for anything sensitive after we connect. See our HIPAA Notice for details.
No ethical provider can guarantee treatment outcomes. What we can promise is individualized, evidence-based care, ongoing measurement, transparent communication, and adjustments to your child's plan as we learn what works best for them.