ABA Therapy Services for Young Children
Learning through play. Growing with support.
First Steps Developmental Services provides play-based, child-led ABA therapy for toddlers and young children, supporting early skill development through individualized, evidence-based approaches in a structured, center-based environment..
Play-Based, Child-Led ABA Therapy
Our programs are designed to help children build communication, social, and daily living skills in a safe, nurturing environment.
We offer full-day and half-day programming with dedicated 1:1 support, as well as small group activities that encourage connection, exploration, and joyful learning. Each child’s program is individualized based on their strengths, needs, and developmental goals.
Our center includes thoughtfully designed play spaces where learning happens naturally through hands-on activities, movement, pretend play, and shared routines. We move at each child’s pace, follow their cues, and focus on building trust — because secure children learn best.
Our ABA Therapy Programs
We provide compassionate, evidence-based ABA therapy with no unnecessary barriers to care. We work closely with parents as partners, offer ongoing progress monitoring, and accept most major insurance plans to help make services accessible for families.
Full- and Half-Day Center-Based ABA Therapy
Our center-based programs provide a structured, engaging setting where children learn through play-based ABA therapy. Full-day and half-day options are available to support each child’s developmental needs and family schedule.
Data-Driven ABA Progress Monitoring
We use continuous data collection and progress monitoring to guide ABA decision-making. Skill development, behavior change, and goal mastery are tracked over time, allowing programs to be adjusted thoughtfully to support meaningful, measurable progress.
Center-Based ABA Programming
Children receive ABA therapy in a thoughtfully designed center environment that supports routine, engagement, and social learning. Therapy is embedded within natural play activities to promote skill development across daily routines.
Parent Training & Collaboration
Parents are essential partners in their child’s journey. We provide guidance, strategies, and ongoing communication to support skill development and consistency across environments.
Individualized Developmental Assessment
Every child’s path is unique. Our comprehensive assessments identify strengths, needs, and developmental priorities, guiding individualized plans that support steady, meaningful progress.
Ongoing Support & Monitoring
Development is an ongoing process. We continuously monitor progress and adjust programs as needed to ensure each child continues to grow and work toward evolving goals.
What to Expect from ABA Therapy
Families begin by reaching out to our team to share their child’s needs and learn more about our ABA therapy programs.
Step 1: Getting Started
Step 2: Developmental Assessment
We complete an individualized assessment to understand your child’s strengths, challenges, and developmental goals.
Based on the assessment, we create a customized, play-based ABA therapy plan tailored to your child.
Step 3: Personalized Program Design
Therapy is continuously monitored and adjusted as your child grows, with regular communication and collaboration with families.
Step 4: Ongoing Support & Progress Monitoring
With over 20 years of experience, our team understands the needs of young children and families. We provide thoughtful guidance, ongoing support, and collaborative care throughout the therapy process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Explore our FAQs or reach out anytime. When you’re ready, we’re here to help you get started.
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ABA therapy supports young children who benefit from structured, individualized support to build communication, social, and daily living skills.
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Our programs are designed for toddlers and young children under the age of 6 years own. First Steps is dedicated to help children have a strong foundation at their first steps to better support every subsequent on their journey.
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First Steps is fully committed to having caregivers and parents br the main collaborator in their child’s educational journey. We encourage parents to be active partners and we will cater their training and support to their priorities. First Steps strongly believes that through collaboration, guidance, and ongoing communication with families success for their child is most likely occur.
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We accept most major insurance plans and can help families understand their coverage options: BCBS, Harvard Pilgrim, Tufts, Aetna, and Cigna.