ABA Therapy
Applied Behavior Analysis builds communication, social and daily living skills through play, structured teaching and real-world practice. A BCBA designs every plan.
ABA · Speech · Occupational Therapy
Autism Therapy Without the Waitlist
ABA, speech and occupational therapy for children ages 1 to 20. We accept most PPO plans and many Medicaid plans, including Medicaid in Illinois.
Share a few details and we'll call you within 24 to 48 hours.
Medicaid accepted in IllinoisOne of the first networks in the state to take it
Most PPO plans acceptedFor children ages 1 to 20
Ages 1 to 20Toddlers through young adults
BCBA-led care plansBuilt around your child's goals
For Families
Start Where You Are
Every family comes to us at a different point. Pick the one that fits and we'll take it from there.
Getting Started
How Care Begins
Here's what happens after you reach out, step by step. No guessing about what comes next.
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Tell Us About Your Child
Fill out one short form or call (855) 5-AUTISM. Share your child's age, your insurance and your ZIP code.
One form for every clinic - 2
We Call You Back
Our intake team calls within 24 to 48 hours to answer questions, check your coverage and find the closest clinic.
Within 24 to 48 hours - 3
Meet Your BCBA
A Board Certified Behavior Analyst gets to know your child's strengths and needs, then builds a plan with goals you set together.
Assessment and care plan - 4
Therapy Begins
Sessions happen at the clinic, at home or in the community. Your BCBA reviews progress and updates goals as your child grows.
Clinic · Home · Community
Therapies
Therapies Built Around Your Child
Pick what matters most for your child right now. We'll show you which of our six therapies can help.
What would you like help with?
Choose one to see which therapies fit.
Speech Therapy
Licensed speech-language pathologists work on language, social communication and AAC, the picture and device systems some kids use to talk.
Occupational Therapy
Sensory processing, fine and gross motor skills, self-care and the daily living skills that build independence.
Parent and Caregiver Training
BCBA-led coaching with practical strategies for communication, behavior and routines at home.
Case Management
Free for Medicaid-funded Illinois families. Help with benefits, IEP support and coordinating care.
Mental Health Counseling
Licensed counseling for children, parents and families, in person or by telehealth.
Speech and occupational therapy depend on your insurance plan. Case management and counseling are offered in Illinois.
For Kids
Meet the ACT Friends
Four friends who show kids there's more than one way to shine. Tap one to say hi.
Dinoo inspired our Calm Mode. It turns off motion and softens color across the site for anyone who needs a quieter page.
Our Mission
Every Child Deserves the Chance to Shine
It's the belief ACT was built on. We partner with families and celebrate every milestone along the way.
800Children served
22Clinics
6States
500Team members
Insurance
We Take Medicaid in Illinois
ACT was among the first autism clinic networks in Illinois to accept Medicaid. We also accept most PPO plans for children ages 1 to 20.
PPO Plans
Most PPO insurance accepted for children ages 1 to 20.
Medicaid and Medicaid HMO
Many Medicaid plans accepted in most states, including Illinois.
Plans we work with include
Blue Cross Blue ShieldAnthemCignaUnitedHealthcareAmbetterMeridianMedicaid
Check Your Coverage
Two questions. We'll confirm the details when we call.
What kind of plan do you have?
Locations
Find a Clinic Near You
22 clinics across six states. Each one has its own page with hours, directions, photos and the local team.
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Shaden Kassar, Ph.D., BCBA
Founder and CEO
Our Founder
Started by a Mom Who Is Also a BCBA
Dr. Shaden Kassar brings two kinds of expertise to ACT. She holds a Ph.D. and is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She's also the mother of a child on the autism spectrum.
Under her leadership ACT has grown to 22 clinics in six states and was among the first autism clinic networks in Illinois to accept Medicaid.
Ph.D., BCBA Parent 500 team members
Read Our Story
What Families Say
Employee SpotlightAt our Lombard clinic
Careers
Join a Team of 500
We're hiring behavior technicians, behavior analysts and family services staff across our clinics.
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)Illinois · Multiple clinics25 openings
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)Multiple states12 openings
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)Bloomingdale, Illinois5 openings
Director of Family ServicesIllinois1 opening
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Resources
Guides for Parents
Plain answers to the questions families ask us most.
Early Signs of Autism in Toddlers
What to watch for, when to ask for an evaluation and how early intervention helps.
Read the ArticleAn Introduction to ABA Therapy
Meet ACT and see how ABA therapy helps children build skills.
Watch the VideoIs ABA Only for Young Children?
No. Early intervention helps most, but ABA can support children and teens at many ages.
Read the AnswerReady When You Are
Call (855) 5-AUTISM or start online. We'll call you back within 24 to 48 hours.