Get in Touch with Ascend Autism!
Get in Touch with Ascend Autism!
At Ascend Autism, we specialize in helping children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) learn important skills and thrive.
The Ascend Autism team works to make our Nashville-based center as warm and nurturing of an environment as possible. Our ABA therapy programs are ideal for young and school-age children, ranging from full-day, half-day, and after-school.
Ascend Autism’s services are designed to address the unique needs of each child, using a naturalistic and engaging play-based methodology. Our extensive autism therapy programs in the Nashville metro focus on enhancing essential functional skills, including behavior, communication, social interactions, and daily living abilities.
Each child receives individualized therapy and support from ABA-trained Behavior Therapists, with social skills activities incorporated into all center-based services. A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) supervises and directs all therapeutic interventions.
Perfect for younger children (ages two to six).
Similar to the full-day program in a less time-intensive format. In the interest of providing families as much flexibility as possible, there is a half-day morning option and a half-day afternoon option.
Dedicated sessions with our Nashville-based BCBAs to support parents and ensure that skills learned in the center are also generalized in the home.
Learn more about these programs on our Nashville page or by contacting us.
ABA (short for applied behavioral analysis) uses positive reinforcement to help teach new skills and behaviors in various scenarios autistic children will face in life, focusing on the relationship between learning and behavior. Learn more about ABA from our “What is ABA?” article.
Fortunately, ABA services are covered by the majority of health insurance plans, including Medicaid. See a list of some of our accepted health insurance plans below.
Broadly speaking, early intervention means any type of intervention or therapy that begins as early as possible in a child’s life. It may also refer to a state-funded/federal-funded program that provides support and therapy services to babies and children (up to age three) with developmental delays or disabilities.
No, generally parents cannot attend in-center ABA therapy with their children. It is possible to schedule an “observational visit” if there is something in particular that the parents are looking to see, but any sort of recurring parent attendance is more disruptive than helpful. The parent coaching sessions, which are strongly encouraged as often as twice a week, are the better format to keep parents involved and ensure that the children are generalizing skills at home.
Enroll with Ascend Autism either online or by phone. To move forward with the registration process, parents must submit:
Our office will contact your insurance company to verify benefits and we will send you an intake packet for your child.
Once your insurance benefits have been verified, we will arrange an assessment with one of our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA). The BCBA will use these assessments to develop a comprehensive treatment plan for your child.
Once a plan is ready, the BCBA will schedule a meeting with you to review the treatment plan and make any final adjustments before the first therapy session.
After the assessment, the BCBA will submit a service request to the insurance company to recommend the child’s specific hours or therapy. It generally takes about two weeks to process this request.
Once your treatment plan is finalized, we will contact you to coordinate a start date. Therapy begins!
As healthcare providers and Board Certified Behavior Analysts with over a decade of experience, our mission is to help children diagnosed with autism and their families achieve success on their individualized journey. We use evidence-based practices and targeted intervention in a nurturing and compassionate environment to help your child navigate the world. Ascend Autism provides a therapy plan to improve social skills, learning, and more.
Autism Resources Available in Tennessee
Autism Tennessee was formed to enrich the lives and experiences of individuals on the autism spectrum, their families, and their surrounding community through support, advocacy, and education. They provide resources, information, and emotional support built by a community that understands your unique journey. Visit site.
The Katie Beckett Program helps kids in Tennessee with disabilities and complex medical needs under the age of 18. Families are eligible to receive financial, home-care, and community-based support services even if household income is too high to qualify for Medicaid. Visit site.
The Regional Intervention Program (RIP) is a parent-implemented, professionally-supported program for young children and their families who are experiencing challenging behaviors. Parents receive training and support from experienced RIP families to learn skills that help address their child’s behaviors. Visit site.
Autism Resources of the Mid-South is a non-profit organization that provides support, advocacy, and education to improve the lives of individuals with autism and their families. Visit site.
The conversation starts with you. We listen and will help you think things through, adding an unmatched level of expertise and caring guidance so you can help your child find their way. Speak with us today.
Get in Touch with Ascend Autism!
Ascend Autism is elevating the outcomes of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (“ASD”).
22 Saw Mill River Road
Hawthorne, NY 10532
2603 Westwood Dr,
Nashville, TN 37204
15 Ketchum St. Lower Level
Westport, CT 06680
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