Getting started with ABA services begins by connecting with our intake team to complete initial paperwork and schedule an assessment with a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). This first visit, typically lasting 1–2 hours, allows the BCBA to meet with your child and family to learn more about their needs and goals.

After the assessment, a customized treatment plan is developed and reviewed with you before being submitted to your insurance provider. At the same time, we begin matching your child with the right therapy team. Once insurance approval is received, services can begin. The full process usually takes a few months from start to finish.

1. In some cases, yes. For children age 5 and older, ABA support may be provided in school settings when allowed. Private schools are often more flexible in permitting therapists to work directly with your child, while public schools may have specific policies that limit in-school services. Our BCBAs are also available to participate in IEP meetings and school conferences to help address behavioral needs.


2. For families who need additional guidance, STEPS Behavioral Health offers advocacy services for an out-of-pocket fee. Contact our intake team to learn more about these options.

Yes, we offer opportunities for children to participate in group-based ABA sessions. Alongside individualized therapy, children ages 5 and up can join social skills groups designed to encourage interaction and peer learning. Our Early STEPS program also incorporates a mix of one-on-one support and group activities, including play-based learning and structured routines suited to each child’s development.

For older children and teens in Thornton, CO, group experiences may include practicing social and everyday life skills in real-world environments, helping them build confidence and connect with others in meaningful ways.