Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

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The Need

1 in

children is diagnosed with Autism

About

individuals in Michigan have ASD

Autism is about

times more likely in boys than girls

More than

individuals have unlocked their potential in Autism Connections

What is ABA?

Applied Behavior Analysis therapy, or ABA, is an intensive treatment to support individuals with autism. As a scientific and evidence-based approach, ABA is the single most effective treatment for those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

ABA is designed to help increase a child’s quality of life by teaching developmental skills like communication, safety and play skills, (e.g. communication, social skills, play behaviors), daily living skills, transitional skills and pre-vocational skills. Through evidence-based behavioral interventions, our Autism Connections learners make significant, long-lasting improvements that empower them to connect with the world around them!

Every autistic person is unique so we think the care they receive should be too! The ABA therapy offered at each of our Autism Connections locations is individualized to meet the needs and goals of each learner. This customized care helps lay the foundation for positive change now and in the future!

Is ABA Therapy Covered by Insurance?

Michigan provides insurance coverage for ABA therapy as an evidence-based medical treatment for individuals with ASD. If your child needs Applied Behavioral Analysis, our team can assist you in exploring payment options. Call to find out if we are in-network with your provider. We have limited scholarship funds available to help cover the cost of copays and deductibles for families.

Private Insurance
We accept many private insurances including:

Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)

Blue Care Network (BCN)

Health Alliance Plan (HAP)

Cigna

Aetna

Humana

United Health Care

Priority Health

Carelton

Meritain

Tricare

United Behavioral Health (UBH)

And more

Please contact your provider to inquire if Judson Center Autism Connections is an ‘in-network” provider for your plan.

Please note that we have limited scholarship funds available for families to help cover the cost of copays and deductibles.

Medicaid

We are contracted with Oakland, Macomb, Genesee, and Washtenaw counties to provide applied behavior analysis (ABA) for children with Medicaid at our Royal Oak, Farmington Hills, Warren, Ann Arbor, and Flint locations.

What will my child do in ABA?

Each child’s plan is individualized based on his/her needs and treatment is delivered on a 1:1 basis by a trained Behavior Tutor who implements both the academic and social programs and behavior plan written by the board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA). Children work in classrooms alongside and with children of a similar age. This provides the perfect opportunity for them to learn and practice social skills and group learning skills to enhance learning and participation in school. Some of our specialized learning activities based on age include:

Daily ‘Circle Time’ for preschoolers and early elementary-age children

Small ‘Group Lessons’ focused on listening, following directions, and answering questions

For adolescents and young adults, the focus may be on transitional and daily living skills. These individuals can learn skill sets that include the below, all practiced and taught in a home environment:

Basic pre-learner skills: looking, listening & attending to others

Communication skills: receptive language, imitation, verbalization (both vocal and through PECS or signs), and grammar

Academics: matching, reading, writing, spelling, and math

Functional behaviors: toilet training, community skills, and meal skills

Daily living skills: dressing, tooth brushing, and bathing

Transition skills in cooking, cleaning, and money skills

Decrease challenging behaviors through the use of reinforcement and environmental supports

Pre-vocational and vocational skills