What to Do After Your Child’s Autism Diagnosis in Phoenix

Your child just received an autism diagnosis. You might feel overwhelmed, relieved to have answers, or somewhere in between. Whatever you’re feeling right now is completely normal. The good news: Phoenix is one of the best cities in the country for autism resources. You have access to world-class research centers, a strong early intervention program, […]
Understanding ABA Therapy Insurance Coverage in Arizona (2026 Guide)

Yes, insurance covers ABA therapy in Arizona. In fact, 79% of families at Treetop ABA pay $0 out of pocket. Arizona actually has one of the stronger autism insurance mandates in the country, thanks to Steven’s Law. This guide breaks down exactly what Arizona families need to know about ABA therapy insurance coverage in 2026. […]
How to Get ABA Therapy Covered by Insurance: A State-by-State Overview

Understanding Autism Insurance Mandates Every state in the U.S. now requires some level of insurance coverage for autism treatment, including ABA therapy. These laws, known as autism insurance mandates, mean that families should not have to pay the full cost of treatment out of pocket. But the details vary significantly from state to state. Some […]
When Is It Time to Transition or Graduate from ABA Therapy?

ABA Therapy Isn’t Forever One of the most common questions parents ask when starting ABA therapy is “How long will my child need this?” It’s a fair question. ABA therapy is a significant commitment of time, energy, and resources. The good news: the goal of ABA has always been to work itself out of a […]
Siblings and Autism: Supporting the Whole Family During ABA Therapy

ABA Therapy Is a Family Experience When a child starts ABA therapy, the focus is naturally on that child. But therapy doesn’t happen in a vacuum. Brothers and sisters are watching, listening, and forming their own feelings about what’s happening in the family. They may not always say it, but siblings are deeply affected by […]
ABA Therapy Insurance Coverage in Texas (2026 Guide)

What Texas Parents Need to Know About ABA Insurance Texas is a big state with a lot of families navigating autism insurance, and the good news is that coverage options are solid. Texas has an autism insurance mandate, a large Medicaid managed care system, and a massive military population with TRICARE access. This guide breaks […]
ABA Therapy Insurance Coverage in Nevada (2026 Guide)

What Nevada Parents Need to Know About ABA Insurance Nevada families have solid insurance options for ABA therapy coverage. The state’s autism mandate features one of the higher annual dollar caps in the country at $72,000 per year, and Medicaid provides coverage without caps for qualifying families. Whether you’re in Las Vegas, Reno, or a […]
ABA Therapy and School: How to Coordinate IEP Goals with Your Child’s Treatment Plan

Why ABA Therapy and School Services Shouldn’t Exist in Silos If your child has an IEP at school and also receives ABA therapy, you might notice that these two worlds rarely talk to each other. Your child’s school team focuses on academic goals. Your BCBA focuses on behavioral and developmental goals. But many of the […]
ABA Therapy Insurance Coverage in Utah (2026 Guide)

What Utah Parents Need to Know About ABA Insurance If your child has been diagnosed with autism in Utah, you have several insurance pathways available for ABA therapy coverage. Utah’s commercial mandate has some limits, including an age cap and annual dollar maximum, but Medicaid offers stronger coverage without those restrictions. Between commercial plans, Medicaid, […]
BCBA vs. RBT: Understanding Your Child’s ABA Therapy Team

Who’s Who on Your Child’s ABA Therapy Team? When your child starts ABA therapy, you’ll quickly hear two acronyms: BCBA and RBT. You might see them on name badges, in emails, or on your child’s treatment plan. But what do they actually do, and how do their roles differ? Understanding the people working with your […]