About
They help children ages 1-5 develop communication skills, spark social interactions, find success with everyday activities, expand learning and cognitive capabilities, and advance their adaptive and motor behaviors. AFTS utilizes friendly, playful, naturalistic, and developmental Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) methods to create a personalized path for each child, pairing data with compassionate teaching. Their centers in Lenexa and Shawnee provide a safe, play-based environment for early autism intervention. The practice works with insurance companies on behalf of families, conducts assessments, and crafts individualized plans for children. They also provide a family-centered environment to help children connect with and communicate with the people and world around them.
Insurance & payment
Autism From The Start works with most insurance providers, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Cigna, Humana, and UnitedHealthcare, to provide medically necessary treatment for children with autism.
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Humana
- UnitedHealthcare
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapy
AFTS utilizes friendly, playful, naturalistic, and developmental ABA methods to create a personalized path for each child, pairing data with compassionate teaching.
Early Intervention Services
AFTS provides individualized early intervention services to help children with autism develop communication skills, spark social interactions, and advance their adaptive and motor behaviors.
Family-Centered Approach
AFTS works with parents, grandparents, caregivers, and siblings to ensure that everyone in the child's life knows how to help them excel.