ABA therapy is usually prescribed in “hours per week” – and this is oftentimes referred to as the “treatment dosage”. ABA therapy is a “dose-dependent” therapy, which means the higher the dose, the greater the treatment effect. To determine the appropriate amount of therapy hours, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will complete a behavior assessment prior to starting therapy and make a recommendation of therapy hours based on your child’s needs and your family’s goals for treatment.

Yes, you will! Parent and family involvement in the treatment planning for a child with autism is very important. You know your child best and your family’s goals for your child will be incorporated into the therapy treatment plan. In addition, it’s important for families to participate in ABA training sessions so that they can extend the child’s treatment to the hours outside of therapy.

Telesupervision is a technology-enabled form of therapy delivery. In a Telesupervision session, a child will work one-on-one with their in-person Behavior Technician while being supervised by a remote BCBA through a secure, HIPAA-compliant web-based platform – much like a video chat. Centria Autism does offer Telesupervision when there is no or limited access to an in-person BCBA in that area.

The Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (M-Chat) is a screening tool that can be used to help determine if behaviors a child is showing could indicate that child has autism. The screener is not a formal diagnosis evaluation, and if you have any questions regarding the outcome of the screener, please consult with your physician as a formal diagnostic evaluation may be needed.

ABA Therapy can take place in the home or at a professionally managed center. ABA Therapy techniques work well in both environments. In choosing between the two, most families look for the most effective approach based upon the needs of their child and the demands of their lifestyle. The decision usually comes down to your personal preference and your child’s unique autism symptoms. Learn more about where Centria Autism provides in-home or center-based therapy on our Locations Page.

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy is an evidence-based therapy in which behavior modifications are consistently applied and rewarded to make a meaningful change in overall behavior. During ABA Therapy, skills are broken down into small, easy-to-learn steps. Positive reinforcement is used to motivate the child, and data is continuously collected to measure the child’s progress and modify their personalized treatment plan. ABA Therapy is the single most effective treatment for children with ASD and the only treatment shown to lead to substantial, lasting improvements in the lives of children with autism. Over 1,000 peer-reviewed, scientific autism articles describe ABA Therapy successes, leading to the National Institute of Health and the Association for Science in Autism Treatment to endorse the method, along with the U.S. Surgeon General.

There are 5 typical steps in order for a child to receive ABA therapy. Centria Autism can help you navigate this process and support you along the way.

Step 1: Screening
A screening, like the M-Chat®, can help identify the likelihood that your child may have autism. Screenings are not a formal diagnosis and should be used in conjunction with a formal diagnosis appointment.

Step 2: Diagnosis
Working with a medical professional who can provide a formal diagnosis, such as a pediatrician or licensed psychologist, you and your child will complete a diagnostic test to determine if a child has an official diagnosis of ASD.

Step 3: Insurance Navigation
Working with your insurance provider, we will help navigate the process to verify if coverage is provided. In addition, we will help you submit all the necessary paperwork to obtain an authorization from your provider to receive ABA therapy as a covered benefit.

Step 4: Assessment
A Centria Autism Supervising Clinician will meet with you and your child to complete an assessment, which is a series of tests that determine what therapy level is recommended. Also known as “treatment intensity”, the dosage recommendation of ABA therapy is commonly prescribed in hours per week.

Step 5: Treatment Planning
Once your insurance provider approves the assessment and therapy hours, a Centria Autism Supervising Clinician will sit down with you and your child to discuss an individualized, child-centric treatment plan. This plan will be centered around the needs of your child, unique to your child, and with your input.

Reach out to our Autism Specialists today! Phone: 855-423-4629 Email: ABAintake@centriahealthcare.com

Centria has team members who are fluent in English, Spanish and Arabic. Depending on your insurance and the specific needs of the client and/or family, Centria can often identify and leverage translation companies to accommodate most languages.

Centria Autism is currently located in 12 states and growing! To find out if we have services in your area, please visit our Locations page.

Yes, you will! Centria Autism’s Board Certified Behavior Analysts will work with you to schedule monthly ABA training sessions. These parent and family training sessions are important because they will help you learn the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis so that your child’s treatment can extend beyond just the hours of therapy.

Centria Healthcare services are offered directly within your home. Centria Autism offers both in-home and center-based ABA Therapy services, however centers are not available in all locations.

SBT, or Skill-Based Treatment, is a compassionate and systematic process to teach your child the necessary skills that occur in various contexts and situations while also ensuring it is a positive experience. At Centria, we are committed to ensuring our therapy sessions are in line with the values of Skill-Based Treatment (SBT).

Yes! We are always looking for new Supervising Clinicians, Behavior Technicians, and select corporate roles to join our ever growing team. To see our open roles and positions please go to our Careers portion of the website.

The difference between in-home and center-based therapy is the location that ABA therapy takes place. 

• Home-based therapy takes place directly in your home, with a Behavior Technician coming to your home to provide therapy to your child. 
• Center-based therapy takes place in ABA therapy centers designed to provide therapy to children diagnosed with ASD.
• The location of therapy is based on the treatment plan established by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). A BCBA will determine the most appropriate therapy setting based on the individual child’s therapy goals.

Behavior Technicians work one-on-one with children with autism to implement techniques that help them navigate everyday processes. We train every one of our Behavior Technicians in the science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, a treatment that breaks processes and behaviors down into small, simple steps. Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) are Behavior Technicians who have undergone specific training to obtain an RBT certification, which certifies them in ABA Therapy.

Most insurances cover ABA therapy, however coverage will vary by payer. Reach out to your provider to determine what is covered under your plan. While Centria accepts most insurance policies, acceptance varies by state. Please contact us at info@centriahealthcare.com to learn if your insurance is accepted.