Top ABA therapy in Texas

Action Behavior Centers offers families in Texas trusted, evidence-based applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Our autism care centers across Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, El Paso, Houston, and San Antonio provide personalized support shaped around each child’s unique needs. We create a nurturing place where children practice communication, strengthen daily living skills, and prepare for school. Get started today!

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Reach milestone moments in Texas with Action Behavior Centers

If you are noticing developmental differences in your child, are concerned about autism, or are responding to concerns from your pediatrician, Action Behavior Centers in Texas is here to help. Our Texas ABA team provides evidence-based, individualized therapy that supports every child’s growth.

We have spots available now at our TX autism therapy centers, including in Richland Hills, Pearland, Mesquite, and Converse. Start by completing one of our quick online screening tools. If the results show your child may be at risk for autism, we will help you understand the best next steps, which may include an autism evaluation.

Take the M-CHAT-R

Online autism screener for toddlers

The Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers, Revised (M-CHAT-R) helps parents assess their child's risk for ASD. The M-CHAT-R can help parents decide if their child needs a more thorough evaluation.

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Take the CAST

Online autism screener for older children

The Childhood Autism Spectrum Test (CAST) is an online questionnaire designed for parents. It asks about symptoms related to autism, such as issues with communication.

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Need an autism evaluation?

We can help children of all ages!

If a screening tool or your child’s doctor suggests autism, the next step is to schedule an initial diagnostic evaluation (IDE) with a licensed psychologist. This evaluation typically involves a developmental interview, parent-report questionnaires, and direct observation of your child’s behaviors.

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ADOS-2

Gold-standard, in-person diagnostic assessment

If a screening tool or your child’s doctor suggests autism, the next step is to complete the ADOS-2 assessment. This research-backed evaluation is designed to help with accurate autism diagnosis for children of all ages, regardless of their language skills or developmental abilities.

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Why Texas families choose us

Meet our ABA therapists in TX

At Action Behavior Centers, our dedicated teammates provide one-on-one applied behavior analysis therapy with compassion and dedication. Each child receives clinically excellent care from a team of therapists that includes:

  • Board Certified Behavior Analysts® (BCBAs®): Master’s-level clinicians who set individualized ABA therapy goals in close partnership with families. BCBAs oversee therapy sessions, track progress, and lead twice-a-month Family Guidance sessions.
  • Registered Behavior Technicians® (RBTs®): Trained autism therapists who work 1:1 with children during sessions and help them build communication, social, and life skills.

Center-based ABA therapy in TX

Applied behavior analysis therapy uses behavioral principles and positive reinforcement to help children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder develop new skills and make positive changes in their lives. Designed for children ages 18 months to 8 years old, our vibrant autism therapy centers across Texas, including in Manor, Lakeway, Pflugerville, and Lubbock, offer a supportive environment where autistic children can thrive.

ABC Academy

ABC Academy is a continuation of care designed for autistic children ages 5–12 who are in school part-time or full-time but still need extra support to reach their goals. Our school-based ABA program supports school readiness by focusing on skills essential for classroom success, such as social flexibility, emotion regulation, time management, and communication skills. ABC Academy in Texas is available in San Antonio, Richmond, Spring, Allen, Euless, and Round Rock.

Home-based ABA therapy

ABC at Home provides in-home ABA therapy for children ages 18 months to 13 years diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Our home-based autism services bring therapy directly into your child’s familiar environment to make learning meaningful, personalized, and engaging. ABC at Home serves families in Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio, Texas.

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Individualized support

Every child is unique, and every case of autism is different. Children work closely with a dedicated team of BCBAs and RBTs. Treatment is personalized with goals built around each child’s unique needs and delivered through one-on-one, compassionate care.

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Coordinated care

We collaborate with your child’s speech, occupational, feeding, and physical therapists to provide sessions directly in our centers. This allows your child to access other services in a familiar environment while minimizing unnecessary transitions and travel.

Dependable

With many centers nearby, finding an ABA therapy location in Pennsylvania is easy. We prioritize consistency, and unless there’s an emergency, we will never cancel therapy. You can count on us!

Family Guidance

Parental involvement is essential for your child’s ongoing success. Our Family Guidance sessions provide the support you need to help your child continue growing at home.

School readiness support

Center-based ABA therapy helps children build the skills they need for school, such as communication, social interaction, and executive function.

Proven outcomes 

Families at ABC often report reduced stress, and many children in Pennsylvania transition successfully into general education classrooms after graduating from our services. The Action Institute for Outcomes Research (AIoR) measures how ABA therapy impacts children and families and uses this data to improve care.

Immediate access to care

ABA therapy is most effective when it’s started early. You don’t have to wait months to get your child the help they need. We’re ready when you are!

No waitlist

ABA therapy is the most effective when it’s started early. You don’t have to wait months to get your child the help they need – we are ready when you are!

Help your child thrive with ABA therapy.

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Frequently asked questions

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Does insurance in Texas cover ABA therapy?

At Action Behavior Centers, we’re committed to making evidence-based ABA therapy accessible to families across The Lone Star State. Our experienced insurance team works directly with your provider to verify coverage, handle preauthorizations, and ensure seamless billing. 

SB 946, the autism insurance bill in Texas, requires insurance companies to cover all generally recognized autism-related services prescribed by the child’s primary care physician (PCP) so long as the autism diagnosis was made before the child’s tenth birthday.

We are in-network with many major insurance plans, including:

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Aetna
  • United Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Optum
  • UMR
  • Beacon Health
  • PHCS
  • and more.

We also offer financial assistance for families who qualify. If your insurance plan includes ABA benefits, services may come at little to no cost. For those without coverage or facing high out-of-pocket expenses, we provide sliding-scale options based on income to help families pay what they can afford.

What ages do your ABA therapy centers in Texas serve?

We currently provide ABA therapy in Texas for children diagnosed with autism, ages 18 months to 13 years old. Research shows that early intervention leads to the best long-term outcomes, which is why we focus on starting care as early as possible.

Our BCBAs collaborate with each family to set individualized goals for ABA therapy. Some children may need support learning new skills like communication or making eye contact, while others may benefit from strategies to reduce behaviors like self-injury. Whatever your family’s goals, we’re here to support you and help your child enjoy a happy, fulfilling childhood.

Does ABC provide other types of therapy besides ABA?

Our specialty is ABA therapy, guided by Board Certified Behavior Analysts. However, we coordinate with outside providers such as speech, occupational, physical, and feeding therapists. This ensures your child has a comprehensive treatment plan and seamless care across all services.

To make accessing services easier, we maintain a list of approved speech, occupational, physical, and feeding therapy providers that we work with. These professionals can deliver sessions at our centers during the therapy day, so your child can receive multiple therapies in one familiar setting without extra transitions or travel. Families are welcome to choose their own outside providers. We’ll work closely with them to support continuity of care, ensuring your child’s growth and progress remain our shared goal.

What autism services do you provide at ABC?

  • In-center ABA therapy for children ages 18 months to 8 years. Center-based ABA therapy helps children with autism build communication, social, and independence skills in a fun and exciting environment. Children work 1:1 with ABA therapists to grow and reach their goals.
  • At-home ABA therapy for children ages 18 months to 13 years. In-home ABA therapy gives children the chance to learn in a familiar environment. Children work with an ABA therapist to learn how to apply new skills to everyday situations like meals, playtime, and routines.
  • ABC Academy is an intentionally designed ABA therapy model for school-age children ages 5–12. It was created to bridge the gap between early intervention and school by providing ongoing support for children who are enrolled in school part-time or full-time.
  • Autism diagnostic support includes online screeners and face-to-face evaluations to assess children ages 18 months to 6 years for autism-related behaviors.

For more information, visit our autism services page.

How old does my child have to be to receive autism services at ABC?

We serve children with autism from 18 months to 13 years and offer personalized ABA therapy to meet their needs. Therapy program options may differ based on your region.

Ages served:

  • Autism assessments: 18 months–6 years
  • In-center ABA therapy: 18 months–8 years
  • ABC at Home: 18 months–13 years
  • ABC Academy: 5 years–12 years

How do I get started with Action Behavior Centers?

Getting started is simple:

  1. Complete our interest form: Fill out our online form so we can learn about your child.
  2. Insurance verification: Our team reviews your insurance benefits and financial options.
  3. Intake appointment: A BCBA meets with your family, assesses your child’s needs, and creates an individualized plan.
  4. Therapy begins: Services start in one of our centers or in your home, depending on the program chosen.

We’ll guide you through each step so your child can begin services as quickly as possible. Visit our admissions page to learn more.

Your child is accepted here

At Action Behavior Centers, we provide applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy, a gold standard approach for helping children with autism grow and learn. Our evidence-based therapies are carefully crafted to meet your child’s needs and unlock their strengths and abilities.

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