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Our team of dedicated and experienced specialists is committed to helping your family embrace autism and reach meaningful goals. As part of our multi-step approach, we offer resources about autism spectrum disorder, ABA therapy, other related disorders, and the latest research about behavioral disorders to help you stay informed.

October 15, 2026

School Refusal and Autism: Questions to Ask Before Building a Support Plan

Parent Education
Autism Support

When school attendance becomes difficult, the reason is not always clear. Learn what families should document, which questions to ask, when to involve the school and care professionals, and how to build individualized support around an autistic child’s needs.

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October 15, 2026

Choosing Health Insurance for a Child Who Needs ABA: An Open Enrollment Checklist

ABA Insurance
Insurance Coverage

Two health plans can have similar monthly premiums but offer very different access to ABA therapy. Your child’s current provider may be in network for one plan but not another, and authorization requirements, behavioral-health networks, deductibles, coinsurance, and out-of-pocket limits can also vary.

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October 7, 2026

Does Georgia Medicaid Cover ABA Therapy? A Parent’s Guide to Getting Started

ABA Therapy
Insurance Coverage

Georgia Medicaid may cover ABA therapy for eligible children under 21. Learn how to verify benefits, prepare records, and complete prior authorization.

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October 7, 2026

After-School Meltdowns in Autistic Children: Planning a Calmer Transition Home

After-School Meltdowns
Autism Transitions
Sensory Support
Parent Education

Learn why autistic children may become overwhelmed after school and how a flexible, low-demand arrival routine can support a calmer transition home.

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October 6, 2026

ABA Therapy Authorization Denied? How to Organize Your Appeal

ABA Insurance
Prior Authorization
Parent Support

An ABA prior-authorization denial can be frustrating and confusing, especially when it affects services recommended by your child’s clinical team. The first step is to understand exactly what was denied, why it was denied, and what the plan requires next.

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October 6, 2026

Starting ABA With Anthem HealthKeepers Plus: A Virginia Parent's Paperwork Checklist

ABA Insurance
Anthem HealthKeepers Plus
Virginia ABA Therapy

Learn what documents to gather, what your ABA provider submits, and how to track Anthem HealthKeepers Plus authorization in Virginia.

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October 6, 2026

Starting ABA With Anthem HealthKeepers Plus: A Virginia Parent's Paperwork Checklist

ABA Insurance
Anthem HealthKeepers Plus
Virginia ABA Therapy
Learn what documents to gather, what your ABA provider submits, and how to track Anthem HealthKeepers Plus authorization in Virginia.
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October 5, 2026

Your Child's IEP Meeting: A Parent Checklist for Coordinating School and ABA Suppor

IEP Planning
School Collaboration
Parent Education
Prepare for your child’s IEP meeting with a practical checklist for priorities, records, classroom supports, ABA coordination, and follow-up.
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October 5, 2026

How to Coordinate School, ABA, Speech, and OT: A Weekly Planning Guide for Parents

ABA Therapy
School Collaboration
Parent Education
Coordinating school, ABA, speech therapy, occupational therapy (OT), transportation, homework, meals, and family time can quickly become overwhelming. The challenge is not just fitting appointments into the week, but making sure the schedule is realistic for both the child and the family.
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October 4, 2026

Reporting Bullying of an Autistic Child: A Parent Email Template and Incident Log

Bullying Prevention
School Support
Autism Safety
Parent Education
Use a parent email template and incident log to document bullying, report concerns to your child’s school, and track safety steps and follow-up.
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September 7, 2026

Does Insurance Cover ABA Therapy? How Coverage and Prior Authorization Actually Work

Learn what ABA insurance coverage means, how prior authorization works, which documents families need, and what to do if a request is denied.
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September 7, 2026

Why Autistic Children Can Be Picky Eaters (and How ABA Therapy Can Help)

Learn what can drive picky eating in autistic children, which feeding signs need professional evaluation, and how ABA may fit within a broader care plan.
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September 6, 2026

Toilet Training a Child with Autism: How ABA Therapy Can Help

Learn why toilet training can be harder for autistic children and how individualized ABA strategies may support communication, routines, and independence.
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September 1, 2026

How Many Hours of ABA Therapy Does My Child Actually Need?

Learn how ABA therapy hours are determined, what 10–40 hours may mean, how focused and comprehensive plans differ, and how insurance affects authorization.
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August 31, 2026

Your Child's First 30 Days of ABA Therapy: What Actually Happens

Learn what the first 30 days of ABA therapy may involve, from assessment and treatment planning to early sessions, home preparation, progress, and questions.
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August 31, 2026

Early Signs of Autism in Toddlers: When to Ask for a Developmental Evaluation

Learn early signs of autism in toddlers by age, how screening differs from diagnosis, and when to ask your pediatrician for a developmental evaluation.
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August 30, 2026

Signs It Might Be Time to Switch Your Child's ABA Provider

Learn when switching ABA providers may make sense, which concerns can be resolved, and how to protect continuity of care, records, and insurance authorization.
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August 27, 2026

Questions to Ask an ABA Therapy Provider

Questions to ask an ABA therapy provider about staffing, BCBA supervision, scheduling and insurance — plus a printable checklist to take with you.
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