First Behavioral

At First Behavioral, we understand how important communication and speech therapy is for children. We specialize in helping children of all ages develop their communication skills in a variety of ways, such as using gestures, signs, verbal speech, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). Our experienced speech therapists can help your child with a range of nonverbal skills, forming clearer speech, communicating thoughts and feelings, understanding and responding to questions, discerning facial expressions and their corresponding emotions, noticing and understanding body language, and feeding and swallowing. Let us help your child develop the communication skills they need to thrive.

At First Behavioral, we offer Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy that is rooted in the science of learning and behavior. Our ABA therapy is designed to help children and adults learn communication skills, social skills, daily living skills, and reduce challenging behaviors. Our ultimate goal is to foster independence and help our clients achieve their goals. To learn more about ABA therapy, check out our comprehensive guide on the subject.

At First Behavioral, we understand that it can be difficult to choose the right therapy for your child, and we are here to help. We provide parents with the guidance and resources they need to make an informed decision about whether applied behavior analysis (ABA) is the right path for their family. Our experts emphasize that ABA should never be used to “cure” autism or change who a person is. Instead, we strive to help people learn in order to reach their full potential while embracing their individuality. Explore our comprehensive guide to ABA therapy to learn more about how we can support you in this important journey.

At First Behavioral, we understand the importance of getting information on ABA therapy and how much it costs. ABA is usually covered by insurance if you have a diagnosis of autism, as this is typically the only diagnosis insurance will authorize for ABA services due to the extensive research on its benefits. Before seeking care, make sure to check with your insurance plan to ensure ABA is covered for your child’s diagnosis and that the provider you are seeking care from is in-network. To help make the process easier, we have compiled a comprehensive guide to ABA therapy that covers everything you need to know.