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Advancing Autism Care in New York City

Warm, individualized support for children and families as they learn, grow, and thrive.

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Ascend ABA

Welcome to Our World

Support should feel clear, personal, and rooted in what matters most to your family.

A clear path forward

How to get ABA services

At Ascend ABA, we welcome children starting from 3 years to 21 years of age to participate in our ABA therapy programs. The process for admission includes several key steps to ensure a smooth and informative experience for both parents/guardians and children.

01

CONSULTATION

Book your FREE 30-MINUTE CONSULTATION WITH A BCBA. We will gather basic information about your child and your concerns, and then you can decide if Ascend ABA is a good fit for your child's needs.

02

CHECK INSURANCE COVERAGE

Prepare your child’s insurance information, an ABA referral from your doctor, and the latest psycho-educational evaluation.

03

INTAKE

Complete intake forms, the Client Service Agreement, IEP or progress reports, and share your preferred schedule.

04

SKILLS ASSESSMENT

Your BCBA observes, interviews, and administers assessments to plan treatment goals.

05

PARENT TRAINING

We collaborate with parents and guardians through guidance designed to support each child’s progress.

06

SKILLS TRAINING

Our team supports individualized skills training based on the treatment plan.

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Our Programs

Care designed around your child

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Care that meets families where they are

Ascend ABA provides thoughtful ABA support for children and young adults, with a focus on communication, learning, and everyday skills.

Children learning in the Ascend ABA center

A welcoming place to learn

Our center-based setting is designed for play, connection, and meaningful practice alongside caring professionals.

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Collaboration at every step

We work closely with families to help make goals feel understandable, achievable, and personal.

Our approach

Built around connection

We believe families and clinicians thrive when care is compassionate, practical, and collaborative.

  • Individualized care plans
  • Support for parents and guardians
  • Practical progress, one step at a time
Ascend ABA team in their office

We're here to help

Service inquiry

Download and submit your inquiry here. We will reach you as soon as possible. Thank you!

Download the service inquiry PDF

Start the conversation

Tell us a little about your family. Our team will follow up to talk through next steps.