Our ABA, speech, OT, and neuropsychology teams build one connected plan so your child can succeed in the moments that matter — circle time, mealtime, playtime, and beyond.
We’ve built our program around what families say they need most: personalization, preparation, and a true team behind their child.
Families tell us they’ve seen therapy that felt generic. Rigid. Hour-first instead of child-first.
We don’t work that way.
We start with:
Then we design a plan around those realities, grounded in evidence, shaped by your child’s personality.
No one-size-fits-all. No guesswork. Just care that makes sense.
Worrying if ABA skills will transfer to school is one of the biggest concerns families share with us.
Classrooms move fast. Routines are structured. Social moments are unpredictable. We prepare kids for all of it.
Our dedicated half-day Prep School helps children:
Our goal isn’t simply to “qualify” a child for school.
It’s to help them feel ready — confident, capable, and excited.
Your child’s world is interconnected: communication affects play, sensory processing affects transitions, attention affects learning. Their therapy should be interconnected, too.
Your child’s BCBA collaborates with:
All under one roof.
All working toward one shared plan.
All communicating daily.
You’re no longer the go-between — we are one team behind your child.
We learn about your child’s strengths, challenges, routines, and what matters most to you
ABA, speech, OT, and neuropsychology experts design a unified, personalized plan that reflects how your child learns best
Skills learned in therapy begin to show up naturally — at home, with peers, and in school routines — because our focus is real-world carryover
Everyday skills that help your child participate, connect, and thrive.
I can't stress enough how proud we are of the turnaround my son has been doing. He went from behaviors everyday to smaller behaviors, he went from little words to actually trying to communicate better with everyone that he comes across. Thank you so much for the patience, love and dedication you have given my son.
I can't sing their praises loud enough - convenient location, great staff and a really good experience for my daughter who actually counts down the days between appointments since she has such a good time.
I am so happy with the therapy my child has received from this clinic. My child looks forward to visiting with his therapist and the improvement we have seen in our child in a short time is amazing.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy helps children build communication, social, and daily living skills through structured, evidence-based strategies. At Gracent, ABA is never one-size-fits-all or standalone. We design personalized recommendations using the full picture of your child and coordinate care with speech, occupational therapy, and neuropsychology so progress carries into real life.
A day of ABA therapy at Gracent includes a half-day prep school program alongside 1:1 support, where children participate in a blend of small-group activities, play-based learning, routines, and individualized support—so therapy feels engaging, social, and purposeful.
For many children, it feels more like school and play than traditional therapy. Our ABA programs are designed around routines, group activities, movement, and hands-on learning, so children often talk about “going to ABA school” and having fun while they learn. Behind the scenes, every activity is intentional and guided by individualized therapeutic goals.
Both. Children receive individualized support while also participating in small-group activities throughout the day. This balance helps build communication, flexibility, and social skills while still meeting each child’s specific needs.
Yes. Play is a central part of our ABA approach. Skills are taught and practiced through play, movement, and hands-on activities so learning feels natural, motivating, and meaningful, especially for young children.
Yes! Our program includes regular opportunities for movement, play, and breaks. These moments are intentionally built into the day to support regulation, attention, and engagement, just like in a high-quality early learning environment.
Daily schedules vary based on individual recommendations, and your child's prescribed hours will result from a detailed assessment. Many children attend a half-day ABA program designed to mirror a preschool or early school routine, along with 1:1 therapy time, including with our speech and OT team. Our team will talk with you about our recommendations during your intake process.
Assent-based, neuroaffirming care means we respect each child as a whole person—not just a set of goals. We pay close attention to a child’s comfort, communication, and engagement, and we adjust our approach to support learning in ways that feel safe, respectful, and motivating. Our focus is on helping children build meaningful skills while honoring who they are.
Yes. Insurance coverage for ABA therapy requires an autism diagnosis, so we begin ABA services once a diagnosis has been made. If you’re still exploring evaluations or next steps, we’re happy to help guide you through the process of receiving an autism evaluation or comprehensive neuropsychological assessment from our team.
Yes. While we can begin ABA therapy only after a diagnosis, our team can help answer questions about evaluations, coordinate referrals, and discuss other therapy options that may be appropriate in the meantime.
At Gracent, ABA therapists collaborate closely with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and neuropsychology providers. Goals, strategies, and progress are shared across disciplines so therapy feels cohesive and families aren’t left coordinating care on their own.
Progress looks different for every child. We track skill development continuously, provide weekly family guidance, and share comprehensive progress reports every six months. Families often notice rapid improvements in communication, transitions, independence, and participation at home and school.
Availability for ABA therapy can vary by location and time of day. Our team will talk with you about current openings, scheduling options, and next steps so you have a clear path forward.
ABA therapy at Gracent typically takes place in our centers and may include strategies designed to support home, school, and community settings. Location and format depend on your child’s needs and the services recommended.
ABA therapy can support school readiness by helping children build skills needed to participate successfully in a classroom setting. At Gracent, we focus on communication, following routines, flexibility, peer interaction, and independence—skills that help children feel more confident and prepared for school environments.
Yes. Our ABA approach focuses on real-life challenges families experience every day, such as transitions, communication, play, self-help skills, and routines at home and in the community. Therapy is designed so skills are practical, meaningful, and relevant beyond the clinic.
Yes. Skill carryover is a core focus of our ABA therapy. Through coordinated care, consistent strategies, and weekly family guidance, we help ensure that progress made during sessions translates into everyday settings like home, school, and social environments.
Start times for ABA therapy depend on availability at your preferred location and the times you’re seeking. Our team will talk with you about current openings, scheduling options, and next steps so you have a clear and realistic path forward. Our goal is to start services for families within two weeks of reaching out to us, provided paperwork, referrals, and insurance verifications happen timely.
In most cases, insurance covers ABA therapy for children with an autism diagnosis. Coverage details, including hours, copays, and authorization requirements, vary by plan. Our team helps families understand their benefits before starting services.
Yes. We assist families with verifying insurance benefits, understanding coverage, and navigating authorizations so there are fewer surprises and clearer expectations from the start.
Insurance acceptance varies by location and service. Our intake team can review your plan, confirm eligibility, and walk you through coverage details specific to ABA therapy.
Yes. Before services begin, we’ll review insurance benefits with you and explain any expected out-of-pocket costs, such as copays or deductibles, so you can make informed decisions.
We provide ABA therapy at multiple Gracent Pediatric Therapy locations across Illinois and Texas, including Elmhurst, IL, Naperville, IL, Woodridge, IL, Wheaton, IL, Southlake, TX, Missouri City, TX, Keller, TX, and Denton, TX.
Availability and services may vary by center, and our team can help you find the location that best fits your needs.
Gracent Pediatric Therapy — formerly Pine Cone Therapies in Texas and includes three North Shore Pediatric Therapy centers in Illinois — is part of the Gracent network and a sister company to North Shore Pediatric Therapy. Together, we’re creating connected, compassionate care for children and families across every stage of growth.
