About
With a dedicated workforce of over 500 teachers, therapists, paraprofessionals, and support staff, they touch the lives of more than 1,000 children and families on any given day. Their organization works with 80+ school districts throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania and is approved by the New Jersey Department of Children and Families to provide behavior therapy, counseling, and support services. They offer a wide range of services, including screening and diagnostic clinics, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy, psychological counseling, social skills groups, and behavioral parent training, all under one roof. Their approach is individualized and integrated, ensuring higher degrees of success for each child. They pride themselves on providing individualized 1:1 treatment, which sets them apart from their competitors.
Insurance & payment
First Children Services is in network with Medicaid and most major insurance companies in NJ and PA, but insurance details are not listed publicly — call the practice to confirm.
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Screening and Diagnostic Clinics
First Children Services offers screening and diagnostic clinics to help identify and diagnose children with autism and other developmental disabilities.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy
Their STRIVE Autism Care Continuum provides ABA Therapy, which is a scientifically validated approach to improving the lives of children with autism.
Psychological Counseling
First Children Services offers psychological counseling to help children and their families cope with mental health issues.
Social Skills Groups
Their social skills groups help children develop essential social skills to interact with their peers.
Behavioral Parent Training
First Children Services provides behavioral parent training to help parents develop strategies to manage their child's behavior and improve their relationship with their child.