In-home ABA therapy and school support in Tucson
AbleKids ABA brings ABA therapy and special education together in one connected plan for your child, at home, at school and in the community.
- ABA therapy in your home
- Help with IEP and 504 meetings
- Parent and family training
- Led by Wendy Broder, M.S., M.Ed., BCBA, LBA
Most insurance plans accepted, including
- Aetna
- BCBS AZ
- Cigna (Evernorth)
- AHCCCS
- Arizona's ESA funding
Not sure about your plan? Call or text (520) 844-2200 for details.
We may be a good fit if
- Your child is under 15.
- Your child has a formal autism diagnosis, not only a school's educational eligibility.
- You live in Tucson, Oro Valley, Marana, Vail or Sahuarita, or nearby in the greater Tucson area.
- Your child is covered by one of the plans above, or you use Arizona's ESA funding.
Not sure about any of these? Call or text (520) 844-2200 and we'll talk it through.
Support that works together, at home and at school
Whether it's ABA, educational therapy or educational advocacy, every service works toward the same goals, so your child's progress is consistent.
In-home ABA
Personalized ABA therapy in the comfort of your home, with real-world learning built into your family's day.
Early intervention ABA
Builds communication, social and self-help skills, laying a strong foundation for learning and inclusion.
Educational therapy and advocacy
One-on-one educational therapy for reading, writing and math, plus help with the IEP and 504 process and school meetings.
Parent and family training
Coaching that gives your family ABA tools, so progress stays consistent at home, at school and out in the community.
Group social skills
Structured peer groups where children practice communication, friendship and cooperation, guided by therapists.
Tele-ABA
ABA services delivered virtually, connecting your family with professional support and guidance.
Special education and ABA, working together for your whole child
Our mission is to help children with autism thrive by weaving together special education and ABA into one connected program built around each child's strengths, needs, and goals.
The infinity symbol celebrates the autism community. We layered two, because the best outcomes come when special education and ABA work as one.
Four steps to getting started
- 1
Get in touch
We explain the ABA therapy process and answer your questions.
- 2
Get assessed
Our BCBA evaluates your child's skills and designs a care plan proposal.
- 3
Get approved
Our intake coordinator sends the care plan to your insurance or ESA provider for approval.
- 4
Get services
An ABA therapist carries out your child's plan under the BCBA's supervision.
Wendy Broder, M.S., M.Ed., BCBA, LBA
Wendy founded AbleKids ABA after more than 25 years in special education and behavior analysis. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in Arizona, and a licensed educator in Arizona and Nevada. Her career began in Tucson as an early childhood special educator.
She works closely with speech and occupational therapists, educators and IEP teams so children get consistent support across home and school.
“We're not here just to provide a service. We're here to walk alongside families and build something that lasts.”
Wendy Broder, CEO
Before you call
Do we need an autism diagnosis first?
Yes. Our ABA program is for children with a formal autism diagnosis. A school's educational eligibility on its own isn't enough. If you're not sure what your child has, call or text us and we'll go over it with you.
Which insurance do you take?
Most insurance plans, including Aetna, BCBS AZ, Cigna (Evernorth), AHCCCS and Arizona's ESA funding. Call or text us for details about your plan.
What ages do you work with?
Children under 15.
Where do sessions happen?
At home, at school and in the community, or virtually through Tele-ABA. Our team works alongside your child's teachers and IEP team, so support is consistent at home and at school.
Can you help with my child's IEP?
Yes. Our educational advocacy helps families understand the IEP and 504 process, prepare for school meetings and work with educators on the supports that fit their child.
What happens after I reach out?
We talk through the ABA process with you, our BCBA assesses your child and writes a care plan, our intake coordinator sends it to your insurance or ESA provider for approval, and then services begin.
Take the first step
Compassionate, collaborative support that helps your child thrive. Call or text us, or leave your number and we'll call you back.
Call or text (520) 844-2200