Behavior Frontiers Autism Center - Chelmsford

Yes, most insurance providers require a formal autism diagnosis to approve ABA therapy. If you're still navigating the diagnostic process, we're happy to point you in the right direction and help however we can. In some select regions, we may also partner with a local diagnostic providers to support in this process. Contact us for more information.

We’ve made our intake process as simple and supportive as possible: 

1. Reach Out – Fill out the form or give us a call 
2. Benefits Verification – We confirm your insurance coverage 
3. Functional Behavioral Assessment – A BCBA meets with your child to understand their needs, creating a personalized therapy plan based on your child’s goals 
4. Insurance Approval – We submit the plan and handle the authorization process 
5. Start Services – Once approved, we schedule your first appointment 

The number of recommended therapy hours is based on your child’s individual needs, goals, and assessment results. Just like a doctor carefully determines the right amount of medication for you or your child to thrive, our clinical team designs a personalized plan that provides the right level of support for meaningful, lasting progress. For many young children, this often means a comprehensive program ranging from 25 to 40 hours per week—always tailored to what will benefit your child most. 

Your child’s day will include a balance of 1:1 therapy, play-based learning, social skill-building, interacting with peers, working on daily routines, all customized to their unique therapy plan. We aim to create a fun, engaging, and progress-focused environment. 

Our center-based ABA program is designed for early autism intervention and is accepting young children up to age 6. For children and young adults who are older, we also offer in-home ABA services for individuals under 25.

Yes! While our center-based ABA program serves children up to age 6, we offer in-home ABA therapy for individuals with autism up to age 25.

Yes, we do! We’re in-network with most major Medicaid and commercial insurance plans. Our team will verify your benefits and walk you through what’s covered. 

Yes! If your child is under 6 years old, eligible for center-based care (our team will walk you through the specifics), and you're interested in making the switch, our team will help make that transition as smooth as possible.