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Our Simple, Supportive Process
For Starting ABA Therapy in
Texas.

A Clear Path to Care — With Someone by Your Side the Entire Way

An autism diagnosis leaves many families overwhelmed, drained, and unsure what comes next.

At Guidepost ABA, we believe accessing ABA therapy should feel clear, supported, and compassionate — not confusing.

How Our ABA Therapy Process Works

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  • Submit the Intake Form
    Families or referring providers complete our simple intake form online.

    We collect basic information about:

    1. The child’s autism diagnosis
    2. Insurance coverage (BCBS TX or Aetna)
    3. Parent/guardian contact information
    4. Referral documentation (if available)

    Once submitted, our team reaches out promptly.
  • Initial Intake Call with Your Dedicated Care Coordinator
    Within a short time, one of our compassionate care coordinators contacts the family.

    During this call, we:
    Learn about the child’s needs
    Answer questions about ABA therapy
    Review the diagnosis and referral
    Explain the full process clearly
    Provide emotional reassurance and guidance

    From this point forward, this coordinator stays with the family throughout treatment.

  • Insurance Verification (We Handle It for You)
    Our team directly contacts the insurance provider to verify:

    Coverage
    Co-pays
    Deductibles
    Maximum out-of-pocket costs
    ABA therapy benefits

    We currently work with:

    Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (BCBS TX)
    Aetna

    Families receive a clear breakdown of coverage so there are no surprises.
  • Assessment Approval
    Once we confirm your insurance benefits, we request approval for the ABA assessment.

    We manage:

    Submission of required documentation
    Coordination with the insurance company
    Follow-ups to prevent delays

    Families are kept informed throughout the process.
  • Schedule the ABA Assessment
    Once we receive approval, we schedule the child’s comprehensive ABA assessment.

    During this assessment:

    A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) evaluates the child’s skills and needs
    Goals are identified
    A personalized treatment plan is developed

    The assessment focuses on communication, behavior, daily living skills, and social development.
  • Treatment Approval
    We submit the individualized treatment plan to insurance for therapy approval.

    Again, our team manages:
    Documentation
    Insurance communication
    Approval tracking
    Families are supported at every stage.

  • Schedule ABA Therapy & Begin Treatment

    Once treatment is authorized:

    Therapy sessions are scheduled
    Families meet their clinical team
    Services begin

    Your dedicated coordinator remains available throughout treatment for:

    Ongoing support
    Scheduling updates
    Insurance questions
    Care coordination

    You are never navigating this alone.

A Process Designed for Families of Children with Autism

At Guidepost ABA, we understand that behind every intake form is:

✔ A worried parent
✔ A newly diagnosed child
✔ A family trying to do the right thing

Our process is designed to remove stress, provide clarity, and ensure no family feels lost in the system.

ABA therapy is a long-term commitment, and our team supports families through every stage of it.

For Medical Providers: A Reliable Referral Partner

Guidepost ABA partners with:

✔ Doctors

✔ Developmental Doctors

✔ Child Psychologists

✔ Pediatric Neurologists

✔ Providers who diagnose Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in children under 18

If you provide autism assessments or diagnoses and are seeking a dependable ABA therapy partner for referrals, we offer:

✔ Streamlined intake for families

✔ Direct insurance verification (BCBS TX & Aetna)

✔ Clear communication

✔ Timely assessment scheduling

✔ Professional collaboration

✔ Updates as appropriate

We specialize in ABA therapy following diagnosis and referral.

Our goal is to make the transition from diagnosis to treatment seamless for your patients.

Why Families and Providers Choose Guidepost ABA

✔ Dedicated care coordinator assigned from day one

✔ Clear, step-by-step process

✔ Insurance verification handled for you

✔ Specialized ABA therapy for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

✔ Focused on children under 18

✔ Accepting BCBS TX and Aetna

✔ Compassionate, family-centered approach

Ready to Get Started?

Has your child recently received an autism diagnosis? Are you a provider searching for a trusted referral partner? Our team is ready to help.
  • Dedicated Care Coordinator
  • Insurance Verification Handled for You
  • Clear Next Steps at Every Stage

Help your child thrive with expert care.

Taking the first step is often the hardest. Our team is here to listen, support, and guide you through the process of starting ABA therapy.
  • Free Initial Consultation
  • Insurance Benefit Verification
  • Personalized Care Plan
  • Questions about ABA therapy?
Start Your Journey
Fill out our interest form and we'll help you navigate the next steps for your child's care.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about starting ABA therapy with Guidepost ABA.

Complete our online intake form. It asks about your child’s autism diagnosis, your insurance, your contact details and any referral documentation you have. A care coordinator then contacts you to learn about your child’s needs, answer your questions and explain each step.

Guidepost ABA specializes in ABA therapy after an autism diagnosis and referral. The intake form asks about your child’s diagnosis and any referral documentation you have, so have those ready if you can.

Yes. Our team contacts your insurance provider to verify coverage, co-pays, deductibles, maximum out-of-pocket costs and ABA therapy benefits, and gives you a clear breakdown so there are no surprises.

A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) evaluates your child’s skills and needs, identifies goals and develops a personalized treatment plan. The assessment looks at communication, behavior, daily living skills and social development.

After the assessment, we submit the treatment plan to your insurance for approval and handle the paperwork and follow-ups. Once treatment is authorized, sessions are scheduled, you meet your clinical team and services begin.

Your dedicated care coordinator. The same coordinator stays with your family from the first call through treatment, for scheduling updates, insurance questions and care coordination.

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