ABA Therapy That Helps Your Child Connect, Communicate and Succeed in School

Play-based. Assent-driven. Personalized care designed to build meaningful skills at home, in the classroom, and in everyday life.

Convenient center locations in Naperville, Woodridge, Elmhurst, and Wheaton.

Child Centered, Assent-Based Care

We follow your child's lead and build skills through motivation, connection, and trust. We focus on:
  • Communication and social development
  • Emotional regulation
  • Independence in daily routines
When children feel understood, learning happens naturally.

Individualized & Interdisciplinary

Every child receives a customized treatment plan based on assessment data, developmental level, and family goals.

We collaborate across speech therapy, occupational therapy, and school prep, so skills generalize beyond the therapy room.

School Readiness & Real-World Skills

We intentionally target skills that matter for preschool and elementary school success:
  • Group participation and classroom routines
  • Peer interaction and play skills
  • Transitioning between activities
  • Independence with self-help tasks
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See What's Possible for Your Child

Whether you’re just beginning to explore therapy or looking for a better fit, our team is here to help you take the next step — with clarity, compassion, and care.
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We accept most major insurance plans:

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340+

Pediatricians Who Trust Us

4.7/5

Family Satisfaction Score

15

Center Locations

2/mo

Parent Training Sessions

Everything Your Child Needs to Thrive

ABA Therapy Designed for School and Life

Our play-based, assent-driven ABA programs help children build communication, independence, emotional regulation, and classroom readiness skills.

We focus on meaningful progress — not just therapy hours — so growth shows up at home, in school, and in everyday life.

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School Readiness Program

When typical preschool doesn't fit, we create a place that does.

Our half-day program combines ABA therapy with classroom routines, like circle time, group play, and transitions, so your child enters school confident and ready.

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Speech & Occupational Therapy

Our speech and OT teams work alongsidOur speech and occupational therapy teams collaborate directly with your child’s ABA team to align goals across communication, motor development, sensory regulation, and daily living skills.

When services work together, progress accelerates — and skills generalize beyond the therapy room.

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Autism Testing & Evaluations

If you're still seeking clarity, our comprehensive autism evaluations provide diagnostic insight and clear next steps.

Our neuropsychologists support families through the diagnosis process with comprehensive evaluations, clear next steps, and ongoing consultation — always just a phone call away.

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Real-Life Skills We Work Toward

Everyday skills that help your child participate, connect, and thrive.

Communicating wants and needs
Building emotional regulation
Preparing for school routines
Supporting sensory needs
Navigating routines and changes
Trying new foods
Engaging in circle time
Playing alongside peers
Entering school with confidence

A Clear Path Forward for Your Family

1

Reach Out to Us

Tell us about your child. We'll listen, ask questions, and help you understand next steps based on your needs and insurance.

2
Come in for a Tour

Meet the team, see the space, and talk through how we'd support your child — so you can feel confident before moving forward.

3
Start Care with Confidence

We'll help you get started quickly and smoothly, with a personalized plan built around your child's unique needs and goals.

What Families Say About Gracent Pediatric Therapy

There are no words that will help me explain how grateful my family and I are with this facility.

Our son goes to the Elmhurst location and every single one of the therapist are absolutely amazing and so exceptional with our son.

We are happy our son loves coming here. We highly recommend this location for any parents looking into ABA Therapy.

The whole team is amazing and so caring. We are so thankful and grateful to have you. Thank you for all you do for our kids.

Noah doesn’t consider this just a school, this is his second home and the staff became not only his but our family! As soon as a child steps into this place they have the biggest smile on their face and can’t wait to see their teachers and start their day!

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FAQ: Families’ Most Common Questions

How is your ABA therapy different?

We personalize every plan based on your child and integrate ABA with speech, OT, and neuropsychology. Families feel the difference immediately. Our approach is play-based, assent-driven, individualized, and collaborative.

We do not use rigid, one-size-fits-all programming. Treatment plans are tailored to your child’s strengths, interests, and long-term goals.

Do you offer support beyond the therapy center?

Yes.

Parent collaboration is central to our model. We provide hands-on parent training so strategies can be used at home and in the community.

When appropriate, parent training can focus on real-life situations such as grocery store outings, transitions in public settings, bedtime routines, social play opportunities.

We want skills to generalize — meaning your child uses them outside of therapy.

How does ABA support school readiness?

School success requires more than academic skills. We intentionally build skills that help children thrive in preschool and elementary environments, including participating in group activities, following classroom routines, transitioning between tasks, communicating with teachers and peers, building play and social interaction skills, and increasing independence with self-help tasks.  

When appropriate, we collaborate with schools to help ensure smoother transitions and consistent support across environments.

Our goal is progress that shows up in classrooms, not just therapy sessions.

Do you accept insurance?

We work with most major insurance providers and help families understand their benefits before starting services.

Our team assists with verifying coverage and explaining any out-of-pocket responsibilities so there are no surprises.

How many hours of ABA therapy will my child need?

The number of hours recommended depends on your child’s age, developmental profile, current skills, and long-term goals.

During your comprehensive assessment, we evaluate communication, social development, independence, and school readiness skills. Based on those findings, we provide a clear, individualized recommendation.

Some children benefit from more intensive early intervention. Others may need more targeted support focused on specific goals. We review progress regularly and adjust hours as your child grows.

Our goal is not “more hours.”
Our goal is meaningful progress.

Will therapy feel overwhelming for my toddler?

We understand how hard it can feel to consider therapy for a two- or three-year-old.

Our approach is play-based and assent-driven. That means we build trust first. We follow your child’s interests and use motivation, connection, and structured play to develop skills naturally.

For younger children, we often use gradual transition plans. Parents are involved. We prioritize emotional safety and relationship-building so therapy feels engaging. When children feel secure, learning happens!

What does “assent-based” ABA mean?

Assent-based care means we pay attention to your child’s cues. We look for engagement, willingness, and readiness to participate.

Rather than pushing through resistance, we focus on creating motivation and building cooperation through positive relationships. This approach supports emotional regulation, flexible thinking, and long-term independence, which are especially important for school readiness and social development.

What ages do you serve?

We primarily serve toddlers, preschoolers, and young children, though services may vary by location.

Early intervention is especially impactful during the preschool years, when communication, social development, and school readiness skills are rapidly emerging.

What if I’m not sure ABA is right for my child?

That’s completely okay.

The assessment process is designed to provide clarity. We evaluate your child’s strengths and challenges, discuss your concerns, and review whether ABA therapy is the appropriate next step.

If another service or support would better meet your child’s needs, we will guide you accordingly.

When can we start?

Start times depend on availability at each location, but we aim to schedule assessments as quickly as possible, within two weeks of reaching out to us.

After your assessment is complete and insurance authorization is approved, therapy can begin promptly.

If your child is in a critical early intervention window, we prioritize helping you move forward efficiently.

See What's Possible for Your Child

Whether you’re just beginning to explore therapy or looking for a better fit, our team is here to help you take the next step — with clarity, compassion, and care.
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