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Getting Started with ABA Therapy

A practical introduction for families considering services in Jackson or Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

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Step 1: Contact the clinic

Call 573-841-8837 or visit our contact page. Share general questions about services and location preferences; avoid sending sensitive health information by unsecured email.

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Step 2: Discuss referrals and coverage

Our team can explain the information needed to evaluate eligibility, service appropriateness, assessment, and any authorization requirements. Coverage and requirements vary by payer and individual circumstances.

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Step 3: Individualized assessment and planning

When services are appropriate and available, clinical assessment informs goals in communication, adaptive skills, and meaningful daily routines. Caregiver collaboration and ongoing measurement are part of the process.

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Choose a location

Jackson ABA therapy: 2525 E Jackson Blvd, Jackson, MO 63755 — currently advertising no waiting list.

Cape Girardeau ABA therapy: 106 S Farrar Dr, Suite 108, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 — contact us for availability.

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a referral before contacting you?

You can contact the clinic with general questions first. Staff can explain what documentation may be required for your circumstances.

Is an assessment part of ABA therapy?

Individualized assessment helps identify appropriate goals and supports. The specific process depends on the person and payer requirements.

Can I email medical records?

Please contact the clinic to arrange secure document exchange rather than emailing protected health information without appropriate safeguards.