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Get in Touch with Ascend Autism!
Get in Touch with Ascend Autism!
Get in Touch with Ascend Autism!
Ascend Autism’s Westport ABA therapy center specializes in early intervention
ABA therapy for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
Our state-of-the-art facility caters to both young and school-age children, and creates a warm and nurturing environment, fostering significant progress through
our full-day, half-day, and after-school ABA therapy programs.
Cities We Serve in Fairfield County:
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Complete the form below to learn more about our services, ask questions, or get started. A member of our team will reach out to discuss your child’s needs and help you explore the next steps.
At Ascend Autism, we love to get outdoors! Your child will have a blast at our on-site outdoor playground — perfect for encouraging physical activity, social interaction, and sensory experiences. It’s a fun, safe area for play-based learning and developing physical coordination.
Ascend Autism’s ABA therapy services are individualized to cater to the unique needs of each child and family, employing a naturalistic and captivating play-based methodology. Our extensive autism therapy programs in Westport are designed to target and enhance fundamental capabilities of behavior, communication, social skills, and daily living skills.
Under our care, each child benefits from personalized therapy and support provided by Behavior Therapists trained in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). The supervision and direction of all autism therapy services are overseen and directed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), ensuring a high standard of care and intervention.
Tailored for younger children aged 18 months to 6 years, this intensive 35-40 hour weekly program focuses on developing key skills in behavior, communication, and social interaction. Our full-day ABA program caters to working families in Westport and surrounding areas.
Our half-day ABA therapy program is similar to our full-day program, but less intensive, with 20-25 hours per week during either morning or afternoon sessions.
Specifically designed for school-aged children, this program addresses behavioral issues and cultivates social skills, providing opportunities to practice growing skills with other children around their age. Our after-school program has limited availability. Contact Ascend Autism’s autism center in Westport to learn more about our after-school program.
Integrated into our center-based ABA therapy services in Westport, our social skills learning activities are an integral part of our half-day and full-day ABA therapy programs, providing daily opportunities for children to practice and enhance their developing social and communication skills.
Our autism support services for parents include personalized sessions with a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, providing training and support for parents and family members of children with autism. These sessions make it easier to continue the progress your child achieves at our center in your home.
Where can I find center-based ABA therapy in Westport, CT?
Ascend Autism provides center-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism in Westport, Connecticut. Our individualized programs help children develop communication, social behavioral, and daily living skills in a structured, supportive environment designed for early childhood development.
What ages does Ascend's Westport ABA therapy center serve?
Ascend’s Westport center specializes in early intervention ABA therapy for children ages 2-6. Our programs focus on developing foundation communication, social, and independence skills during important developmental years while supporting each child’s individual needs.
Does Ascend accept commercial insurance for ABA therapy in Westport?
Ascend works with commercial insurance providers to help eligible families access ABA therapy in Westport, CT. Our intake team can help verify insurance benefits, explain coverage options, and guide families through the authorization and enrollment process.
Does my child need an autism diagnosis to begin ABA therapy in Connecticut?
Most insurance plans require a formal Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis before approving ABA therapy coverage. If your child has not received a diagnosis, Ascend can help your family understand the evaluation process, insurance requirements, and next steps toward accessing services.
How do I enroll my child in ABA therapy at Ascend Westport?
Families can begin the enrollment process by contact Ascend Autism through our website or by phone. Our intake team will discuss your child’s developmental needs, review insurance coverage, explain the initial assessment process, and guide you through the next steps toward beginning ABA therapy at our Westport center.
What areas near Westport, CT does Ascend serve?
Ascend’s Westport ABA therapy center welcomes families from Westport and surrounding Fairfield County communities, including Fairfield, Norwalk, Weston, Wilton, Darien, and other nearby Connecticut towns. Families throughout the region can contact our intake team to learn more about center-based ABA therapy and enrollment opportunities.
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!
At Ascend Autism, our mission is rooted in leveraging evidence-based autism therapy programs and targeted interventions within a compassionate and nurturing setting. With over a decade of experience as healthcare providers, we are committed to helping children diagnosed with autism and their families achieve success on their unique journey. Our therapy plans focus on improving social skills, learning, and navigating the world.
Improve outcomes and enhance quality of life for every child and their family. We prepare kids and families for what’s next.
