Family First Center for Autism and Child Development

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  • 5863 NW 72nd St, Kansas City, MO 64151
  • ABA Therapy
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Best all-around if you want simple onboarding and quick matching.
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About Family First Center for Autism and Child Development

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About Family First Center for Autism and Child Development

Family First Center for Autism and Child Development opened in Kansas City in 2010 with the mission to provide top-notch therapeutic services in an interactive, fun, and friendly environment for children with autism. We specialize in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and customize our programs to address each child’s needs, including language development, social skills, behavior management, and functional living skills. Our goal is to ensure our families are receiving the highest quality of care while creating an atmosphere of learning and growth.

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When is online therapy a better fit than in-person?
Online therapy is ideal if you:
  • have a busy or changing schedule,
  • live far from providers or have limited transport,
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  • travel frequently or split time between locations.
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Services

Working hours

Closed

Closed all day

  • Monday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday

    9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday

    Closed all day
  • Sunday

    Closed all day
  • Local time

    02/14/2026 11:40 am

Languages

  • English

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At Family First Center for Autism and Child Development, we provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. This therapy is rooted in the science of learning and behavior and is designed to teach helpful skills that promote independence and reduce harmful behaviors. Our ABA therapy focuses on helping children and adults improve their communication skills, social skills, and daily living skills. We are here to help you understand ABA therapy, so check out our guide to ABA therapy for more information.
At Family First Center for Autism and Child Development, we understand that making decisions about ABA therapy for your child can be a difficult process. We believe in high-quality ABA therapy that will help your child learn and reach their potential, while embracing their unique personality traits. If you’re considering ABA therapy for your child, our guide can help you start and end ABA therapy in the best way for your family. With Family First Center for Autism and Child Development, you can trust that your child will receive the highest quality ABA therapy.
At Family First Center for Autism and Child Development, we understand how important it is to find out how much ABA therapy costs. We strive to make this process easy and stress-free for families. ABA therapy is usually covered by insurance if you have an autism diagnosis, and insurance generally only authorizes ABA services for autism. Before seeking ABA therapy, it’s important to check with your insurance plan to make sure it’s covered for your child’s diagnoses and that the provider you are seeking care at is in-network. To help guide you through this process, we have a comprehensive guide that covers everything you need to know about ABA therapy costs, insurance coverage, and more. Our team at Family First Center for Autism and Child Development is here to support you on this journey.
Contact Phone number is (816) 984-8280.
http://www.FamilyFirstKC.com

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