FAQ
What is Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)?
Applied Behavior Analysis is a type of therapy based on the science of human behavior, the focus of which is improving specific behaviors through the systematic application of interventions. Specifically, interventions are used to decrease behaviors we wish to reduce, or increase skills we wish to improve. In the case of children with autism and developmental differences, we often employ ABA-based interventions to improve language, social, play, and school-readiness skills, as well as reduce challenging behaviors.
Does my child have to have autism to benefit from ABA?
No. ABA can be used to improve or reduce any behavior to which it is applied. In fact, applied behavior analysis can be used with anyone, regardless of whether they exhibit developmental delays or are experiencing challenging behaviors.
Do you take insurance?
Yes. We currently take Aetna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Cerner, Cigna, Kansas and Missouri Medicaid and United Healthcare. If you are covered by another insurance provider not listed here, please give us a call and we will look into becoming credentialed or obtaining a single case agreement so we can provide services to your familiy! In additon, we offer private pay options for services not covered by insurance. Please contact us and we can provide a more detailed fee schedule.
What makes Creating Connections different from other ABA providers?
Unlike other clinics, Creating Connections offers interventions based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis in the context of typically developing peers to the extent to which each child can benefit. At Creating Connections we work with other professionals, educators, families, and peers to tailor an individualized therapy program with the goal of helping your child make progress while learning to connect with others in an inclusive setting.