Get in Touch with Ascend Autism!
Get in Touch with Ascend Autism!
Ascend Autism provides applied behavioral analysis (ABA) therapy for children diagnosed with autism in Hendersonville and the Nashville metropolitan area. Our early intervention programs are designed to meet your child where they are.
Our Nashville center is a welcoming, warm, and nurturing environment for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This location is ideal for young and school-age children to make progress with our full-day, half-day, and after-school ABA therapy programs.
Our ABA-trained behavior therapists focus on each child’s specific needs, addressing and promoting the core functional capabilities of behavior, communication, social skills, and daily living skills. All our autism therapy services in Tennessee are overseen by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). We offer all of the following:
(35–40 hours weekly): ideal for younger children and working families.
(20–25 hours weekly): offers similar benefits to the full-day program in a less time-intensive format.
Helps school-aged children to improve communication, increase independence, and develop social skills with peers and adults.
Social skills activities are integrated into all of our services.
Dedicated sessions with our Nashville-based BCBA to collaborate, train, and support parents.
Learn more about our services and programs on our Nashville ABA therapy page or by contacting us.
ABA stands for “applied behavioral analysis.” ABA differs from other therapies by using 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. You can 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.
Our Nashville-based center is open Monday through Friday, 8 am to 6 pm. The number of hours a child spends in therapy depends on their needs and their program level (full-day, half-day, after-school).
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!
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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