How the Diagnosis
Process Works
We have a step-by-step process to guide you through each part of the autism journey.
Schedule Your Free Consultation
Begin by scheduling a free consultation with our enrollment specialist using our online scheduler.
Discuss Next Steps
A Team Member from AB Spectrum will reach out to discuss the next steps for your family.
Get an Autism Diagnosis
Your child needs an official autism diagnosis from a
doctor. AB Spectrum is proud to offer ASD Diagnostic
Testing through a licensed ASD clinical diagnosis
evaluator at our clinic. No more long waitlist for a
diagnosis!
Obtain Authorization from Insurance Carrier
Once a child has been diagnosed with ASD, AB Spectrum works with your insurance company to begin the authorization process for ABA therapy. The team at AB Spectrum schedules an initial ABA assessment to obtain the information needed to develop an initial treatment plan. Although the length of time required to obtain an authorization varies, many children have an authorization and are ready to begin treatment within a just a few months of completing the initial ABA assessment.*
Begin your Childs journey
Once enrolled in our therapy program, a child receives very individualized treatment plans from a team of three therapist: a Speech Language Pathologist, a Registered Behavior Technician, and a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Treatment can last anywhere from one to five years and is usually 20 to 40 hours per week. AB Spectrum is proud to offer a skilled team of professionals whose advanced knowledge and experience in ABA therapy elevates the quality of support offered to the learners and families enrolled in our program.
Early Intervention & Diagnostic Clinic
AB Spectrum provides a one of a kind Reggio Emilia based Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapy clinic to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or intellectual disabilities who display severe behavior (e.g., aggression, self-injury, pica, property destruction, elopement) that poses a risk of harm to self, others, or the environment.
Autism Diagnosis and Treatment
Diagnosing and Treating Autism
Parents are often the first to notice unusual behaviors in their children. If you have concerns, contact AB Spectrum for expert advice and guidance. We recommend a comprehensive autism diagnostic evaluation with our skilled clinicians. At AB Spectrum, we offer timely assessments reviewed by a diagnostic physician, and our dedicated Autism Diagnostic Team helps you bypass the long waitlists of up to a year that are common at other facilities.
Why Evaluate Early?
- Early screening, as recommended by the CDC, helps ensure timely diagnosis.
- – Identifying autism early can optimize outcomes from Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA).
- – Early intensive treatment improves cognitive, social, and communication skills.
- – Early therapy can help the brain develop new neural pathways.
- – Delayed identification often means missed intervention opportunities.
Diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder
A specialist diagnosis may include:
- – Reviewing medical and educational history
- – Structured interviews and behavior rating scales
- – ADOS (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule)
- – Behavioral, Speech, Occupational, and Neurological evaluations
Treatment Options
Autism affects about 1 in 36 children, and early diagnosis is crucial because it allows us to begin Reggio ABA therapy early, maximizing the potential for positive developmental outcomes.
Early intervention with Reggio ABA Therapy is highly effective because young children’s brains are more adaptable, allowing them to develop new skills and behaviors more easily. The Reggio component’s child-led, exploratory approach engages children based on their interests, enhancing learning and social interaction for better long-term outcomes.
