About
was founded by Janice Gaboury Pulcini in September 2006. An ESE teacher with over 17 years' experience, specializing in Autism Spectrum Disorders, Janice returned to university and completed her board-certification as a Behavior Analyst in 2004. She was promoted to the position of Behavior Specialist for Autism Programs in the Putnam County School District, a position she held for two years, while beginning her private practice. In September 2008, following the passing of the Stephen Gellar “Window of Opportunity” Act in Florida, which mandated that children with Autism Spectrum Disorder receive medically-necessary behavioral therapy paid for by their health insurance, Janice opened the first ABA Children’s Therapy Clinic in Gainesville, FL. Today, Behavioral Learning Systems, Inc., has grown to nearly 80 team members, including Board-Certified Behavior Analysts and Registered Behavior Technicians. They provide Applied Behavior Analysis therapy services to the Gainesville, FL, Lake City, FL, and surrounding areas. Behavioral Learning Systems, Inc. offers a range of services, including ABA Therapy, Social and Adaptive Skills Training, Functional Communication Training, Educational Training for Parents, and more. They work with individuals of all ages, from infants to adults, and provide individualized, person-centered, and family-friendly services.
Insurance & payment
Behavioral Learning Systems, Inc. accepts a variety of insurance plans, including BlueCross BlueShield Plans, United HealthCare / Optum, AvMed / Optum, Aetna, Evernorth (formerly Cigna), Sunshine Florida Medicaid, Family Empowerment Scholarship (FES-UA and Florida Tax Credit (FTC) Scholarship through Step Up for Students (formerly Gardiner/McKay Scholarships), and The Medicaid-Waiver Developmental Disabilities programs (for adults 21 years of age or older).
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
ABA Therapy
Applied Behavior Analysis therapy services to help individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other developmental delays.
Social and Adaptive Skills Training
Training to help individuals develop social and adaptive skills, such as communication, problem-solving, and self-care.
Functional Communication Training
Training to help individuals develop functional communication skills, such as using language to communicate needs and wants.
Educational Training for Parents
Training for parents to help them understand and support their child's educational and behavioral needs.
Educational Training for Direct Care Staff
Training for direct care staff to help them understand and support the educational and behavioral needs of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other developmental delays.
Educational Training for Schools and Child Care Staff
Training for schools and child care staff to help them understand and support the educational and behavioral needs of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other developmental delays.