Question 1

What is ABA therapy?

Accepted Answer

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder. ABA uses data-driven techniques, including Discrete Trial Training, naturalistic and play-based teaching strategies, and Verbal Behavior methods, to help children build communication, social, and daily living skills. At Empower Behavioral Health, every ABA program is designed and supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and delivered one-on-one by a trained Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).

Question 2

What insurance does Empower Behavioral Health accept?

Accepted Answer

Empower Behavioral Health is in-network with most major commercial insurance plans, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, TRICARE, Optum, Carelon, UMR, ChampVA, Scott and White Health Plan, Multiplan, and Christus Health Plan. Some Medicaid plans are accepted in select regions.

Don’t see your plan? Contact us and our intake team will verify your benefits within 1 to 2 business days.

Question 3

Is ABA therapy covered by insurance in Texas?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Most major commercial insurance plans are required to cover ABA therapy for children with an autism diagnosis under Texas state law. Empower Behavioral Health is in-network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, TRICARE, Optum, Carelon, UMR, ChampVA, Scott and White Health Plan, Multiplan, and Christus Health Plan. Some Medicaid plans are also accepted at select locations. Our intake team verifies your benefits within 1 to 2 business days.

Question 4

How do I get started with ABA therapy at Empower Behavioral Health?

Accepted Answer

Families can enter Empower Behavioral Health services through self-referral, physician referral, community referral, or insurance directories. After initial contact, our intake team verifies insurance and benefits. Once coverage is confirmed, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst completes a comprehensive ABA assessment to determine your child's individualized program. There are no predetermined hours or required intensity levels. The program is built around your child's assessment results.

Question 5

What ages does Empower Behavioral Health serve?

Accepted Answer

Empower Behavioral Health serves children and individuals of all ages who have received an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis from a qualified medical provider. Programs are available for young children receiving early intervention services through adulthood. Intensity and program type are determined individually through a comprehensive BCBA-led assessment.

Question 6

What is the difference between a BCBA and an RBT in ABA therapy?

Accepted Answer

A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is a credentialed clinician who designs, oversees, and regularly adjusts your child's ABA treatment plan. A Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is a trained direct care provider who delivers the one-on-one therapy sessions under ongoing BCBA supervision. At Empower Behavioral Health, every child's treatment plan is created by a BCBA and implemented by a dedicated RBT who collects session data at every visit.

Question 7

Does Empower Behavioral Health accept Medicaid?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Empower Behavioral Health accepts Texas Medicaid at select clinic locations, as well as most major commercial insurance plans. Our intake team can confirm which Medicaid plans are accepted at your nearest location and verify your benefits within 1 to 2 business days.

Question 8

Do parents need to be involved in ABA therapy at Empower Behavioral Health?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Parent training is a required part of every child's program at Empower Behavioral Health. Families participate in at least one hour of structured training per month with their child's BCBA, learning the strategies used in sessions so skills carry over at home, in school, and in the community. Empower Behavioral Health also maintains an open-door policy. Parents are welcome to observe their child's sessions at any clinic, at any time.

Question 9

How long does ABA therapy take?

Accepted Answer

The length of ABA therapy varies for every child and is determined by their individualized assessment and progress data. At Empower Behavioral Health, there are no predetermined treatment timelines or required number of therapy hours. A BCBA designs each program based on your child's specific goals and reviews progress regularly, adjusting intensity and duration as your child develops new skills.

Question 10

What should I look for in an ABA therapy center?

Accepted Answer

When choosing an ABA therapy center, families should look for BCBA-supervised programs, trained RBTs delivering one-on-one therapy, individualized treatment plans based on a comprehensive assessment, transparent parent involvement including regular training and observation access, and accepted insurance. At Empower Behavioral Health, every program includes BCBA supervision, dedicated RBT-delivered sessions, monthly parent training, and an open-door observation policy so families can see their child's progress firsthand.

Question 11

How do I know if my child needs ABA therapy?

Accepted Answer

ABA therapy is recommended for children who have received an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis from a qualified medical provider and who may benefit from support in communication, social skills, daily living, or behavior. A BCBA at Empower Behavioral Health conducts a comprehensive assessment to determine whether ABA therapy is appropriate and what level of support your child needs. Families can reach out to our intake team to start the process, and our team will verify insurance coverage and guide you through next steps.

Question 12

Where are Empower Behavioral Health locations in Texas?

Accepted Answer

Empower Behavioral Health operates ABA therapy clinics across Texas, including locations in San Antonio, El Paso, McAllen, Humble, Kingwood, Corpus Christi, The Woodlands, Victoria, Spring, Brownsville, Edinburg, Harlingen, Laredo, Schertz, Waco, Atascocita, Bryan, College Station, Harker Heights, Killeen, Kyle, Mission, Missouri City, New Braunfels, and San Angelo. All clinics are open Monday through Friday. Use the location finder at empowerbh.com to find the clinic nearest you.

Question 13

What is early intervention ABA therapy?

Accepted Answer

Early intervention ABA therapy refers to ABA services provided to young children, typically under age 6, who have received an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis. Research supports early intervention as one of the most effective approaches for building foundational communication, social, and daily living skills. At Empower Behavioral Health, early intervention programs are individualized through a BCBA-led assessment and designed to support school readiness and skill development from the earliest possible age.

Question 14

What is a behavior intervention plan?

Accepted Answer

A behavior intervention plan (BIP) is a written plan developed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst that outlines specific strategies for addressing behaviors that interfere with a child's learning or daily functioning. At Empower Behavioral Health, behavior intervention plans are grounded in functional behavioral assessment and are reviewed and adjusted regularly based on session data collected by RBTs.

Question 15

Does Empower Behavioral Health offer part-time ABA therapy?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Empower Behavioral Health offers a Part-Time Focused Intervention program for children who need targeted support on specific functional skills rather than a full-day program. This program has no age cap and is delivered one-on-one by a BCBA. It is also available for children with high-priority acute maladaptive behavior who need immediate behavior modification support.

Question 16

Does Empower Behavioral Health offer feeding therapy?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Empower Behavioral Health offers a specialized ABA Feeding Program for children with autism who have food aversions, limited food variety, or other feeding-related behavioral challenges. The program is delivered by BCBAs and RBTs using structured ABA techniques to address feeding difficulties and improve mealtime experiences.

Question 17

Does Empower Behavioral Health offer toilet training for children with autism?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Empower Behavioral Health offers customized toilet training sessions integrated into part-time or full-time ABA programs. Available for children of all ages, each plan is individualized based on your child's needs and learning style, with step-by-step support provided throughout the process.

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