Refer a Patient for ABA Therapy
The Behavior Change works with healthcare professionals to help children and families access individualized, evidence-based ABA services.
If you have a patient who may benefit from ABA therapy, complete the secure referral form below and upload the available referral documentation. Our team will review the information and contact the family within 1–2 business days.
For healthcare professionals and authorized referral sources.
Submit an ABA Therapy Referral
What Happens Next?
Once the referral is received, The Behavior Change's intake team will review the information and contact the child's parent or guardian within approximately 1 - 2 business days.
From there, we'll help the family understand the intake process, insurance requirements, and the steps necessary to determine whether ABA services are appropriate.
The referring provider does not need to take any additional action after submitting the referral unless our team contacts the practice for additional information.
From there, we'll help the family understand the intake process, insurance requirements, and the steps necessary to determine whether ABA services are appropriate.
The referring provider does not need to take any additional action after submitting the referral unless our team contacts the practice for additional information.
Need Referral Resources?
Visit our physician resource center for materials designed to make ABA referrals easier for your team and the families you serve.
There, providers can access:
There, providers can access:
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ABA Referral Kit
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Autism Screening Cheat Sheet
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Information about our services
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Referral guidance
FAQs
How Does Our ABA Referral Process Work?
At The Behavior Change, we strive to make the ABA therapy referral process simple and accessible for families and healthcare professionals in Texas and Florida.
Start by completing our secure patient referral form with the necessary information. Our team will review the submission, follow up to discuss the family's needs, assist with insurance verification, and explain the next steps toward accessing ABA therapy services. Service availability and eligibility are confirmed during the intake process.
Start by completing our secure patient referral form with the necessary information. Our team will review the submission, follow up to discuss the family's needs, assist with insurance verification, and explain the next steps toward accessing ABA therapy services. Service availability and eligibility are confirmed during the intake process.
Who Can Refer a Patient for ABA Therapy?
Pediatricians, primary care physicians, psychologists, healthcare professionals, and other qualified providers can refer children for ABA therapy. Parents and caregivers are also welcome to contact The Behavior Change directly to inquire about services.
Depending on the insurance plan, a formal referral or prescription from an authorized healthcare provider may be required before treatment can begin.
Depending on the insurance plan, a formal referral or prescription from an authorized healthcare provider may be required before treatment can begin.
What Information Is Needed to Submit an ABA Referral?
To help our team review your referral efficiently, we typically request:
Patient's name, age, and location.
Parent or legal guardian's contact information.
Insurance provider and relevant coverage information.
Autism diagnosis or supporting clinical documentation, if available.
Referring provider's information, when applicable.
Brief description of the patient's needs or reason for referral.
Additional documentation may be requested during intake. All sensitive patient information should be submitted through our secure referral process.
Patient's name, age, and location.
Parent or legal guardian's contact information.
Insurance provider and relevant coverage information.
Autism diagnosis or supporting clinical documentation, if available.
Referring provider's information, when applicable.
Brief description of the patient's needs or reason for referral.
Additional documentation may be requested during intake. All sensitive patient information should be submitted through our secure referral process.
Does a Child Need an Autism Diagnosis Before Being Referred?
No, a confirmed autism diagnosis is not necessarily required to submit an initial referral or inquiry. Families who are exploring ABA therapy options are welcome to contact our team.
However, many insurance plans require a documented Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis and additional clinical documentation before authorizing ABA therapy services.
Our team can help families understand the general intake requirements and identify the next steps based on their individual circumstances and insurance coverage.
However, many insurance plans require a documented Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis and additional clinical documentation before authorizing ABA therapy services.
Our team can help families understand the general intake requirements and identify the next steps based on their individual circumstances and insurance coverage.