How to Get ABA Therapy in Austin, Texas

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ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) is a evidence-based therapy that helps children with autism build communication, social, and daily living skills. Our service is completely free-we simply match you with local providers who fit your needs, schedule, and insurance.

In-home, center-based & telehealth ABA in Austin

Austin families can choose from a variety of ABA therapy settings. In-home therapy brings a BCBA and RBTs to your home in Travis County, allowing skills to be practiced in a natural environment. Center-based programs in Austin offer structured social opportunities and access to specialized materials, while telehealth ABA provides flexible, remote support for families in more rural parts of Travis County or those with busy schedules.

Whether your child thrives in a clinic setting, needs the comfort of home, or benefits from virtual sessions, our free matching service helps you find the right fit. We work with providers across Austin and the greater Travis County area to ensure you have options that align with your family's goals.

ABA insurance & Medicaid coverage in Texas

In Texas, ABA therapy is often covered by private insurance plans, including those through employers and the Health Insurance Marketplace. Texas also has a state autism insurance mandate that requires many plans to cover ABA for children diagnosed with autism.

Texas Medicaid (known as STAR, STAR Kids, and STAR Health) also covers ABA therapy for eligible children. Many ABA providers in Austin accept Medicaid, and our matching service can connect you with those that do.

How ABA can help in Austin

Caring, individualized ABA programs commonly support growth in areas like these.

  • ✓Communication and language skills
  • ✓Social interaction and play
  • ✓Daily living and self-care routines
  • ✓Reducing challenging behaviors
  • ✓Academic and school readiness
  • ✓Motor skills and coordination

Nearby areas we serve

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ABA coverage & local resources in Texas

  • Medicaid: in Texas, Medicaid is Texas Medicaid, medically necessary ABA therapy is covered for children under its EPSDT benefit.
  • Private insurance: Texas requires state-regulated health plans to cover ABA / autism services.
  • Early intervention (ages 0–3): Texas's program is Early Childhood Intervention (ECI).

General information, not legal or medical advice, coverage varies by plan.

What you can count on

  • ✓Free for families. Providers pay us for each request, never you.
  • ✓Near you. Your request goes to the ABA providers closest to you.
  • ✓Your choice. We don't recommend providers. You decide who to work with.
  • ✓Stop anytime. One click stops us sharing your request.

How it works

Three steps, free for families.

  1. Tell us what you need

    Your ZIP, your child's age and the kind of care you want.

  2. We share your request

    Up to 3 ABA providers near you receive it.

  3. You choose

    They reach out, and you pick the one that fits your family.

Frequently asked questions

Is ABA therapy covered by insurance or Medicaid in Austin, Texas?

Yes, ABA therapy is commonly covered by private insurance plans in Texas, including those under the state's autism insurance mandate. Texas Medicaid (STAR, STAR Kids, STAR Health) also covers ABA for eligible children.

How does your free matching service work?

Simply fill out a short form on our website with your location, insurance, and child's needs. We then match you with BCBA-led ABA providers in Austin and the surrounding areas. You receive a list of options, and you choose the provider that best fits your family-all at no cost to you.

What ages do ABA providers near Austin serve?

Most ABA providers in the Austin area serve children from ages 2 to 18, though some specialize in early intervention (ages 2-6) or adolescents. Our matching service can help you find providers that align with your child's age and developmental stage.

How soon can my child start ABA therapy in Austin?

Start times vary by provider and availability. Many Austin-area clinics have waitlists, but some may have openings within a few weeks, especially for in-home or telehealth options. Our free matching service can help you find providers with current openings to minimize delays.

Finding the right ABA provider shouldn't feel overwhelming. Tell us about your child, and we'll share your request with ABA providers near you, at no cost.

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