WHERE DO I BEGIN?..One STEP AT A TIME..
List your concerns
Examples Include:
- Unable to respond to name
- Unable to track items (preferred and/or non-preferred)
- Unable to show affection towards caregivers
- Unable to initiate and engage in play with others
- Unable to use common gestures like waving and pointing
- Unable to follow simple one-step instructions
- Delay in communication ( At 6 months is unable to make sounds and at 12 months is unable to say single words)
2. Make an appointment with a qualified health care professional in your area to discuss concerns
Healthcare professionals include Psychologists and Medical Doctor
3. Call our office to schedule a free phone consult with one of our therapy providers
4. INSurance is verified by our office
Insurance is NOT required for services. Private pay options are available
5. If covered, collect and submit documents needed to obtain authorization for services from YOUR insurance company
Some insurance companies like TriCare require caregivers to request an authorization where as others allow providers to obtain the information. Please contact us if you require assistance in requesting authorization for services.
6. Set-up an in-take appointment
7. Determine the type of service needed(ABA ONLY)
Do you require services in-clinic, in-home, or in the community? We recommend choosing a combination of settings (all three/ in-clinic and in-home/ in-clinic and community/ in-home and community). This helps ensure generalization of skills across a variety of settings.