ABA Therapy for Children with Autism in Palm Beach County
No waitlist. In-home, school, daycare and center ABA led by Board Certified Behavior Analysts, with weekly parent training and care in English, Spanish, Haitian Creole, Bengali and Russian.
- 4.9 on Google (13 reviews, October 2026)
- No waitlist
- BCBA-led programs
- BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UMR, TRICARE
- Home, school, daycare & center
Individualized ABA therapy with a family-centered approach
At Hope Center for Behavior Change we use the scientifically proven procedures and concepts of applied behavior analysis (ABA). We provide individualized ABA therapy for children with autism and related conditions such as ADHD, ODD and intellectual disability, to reduce challenging behaviors and build the skills that help each child reach their full potential.
Our team works with you to set and reach specific goals for your child. We provide services at home, in the community and in schools, and we concentrate on skills like communication, independent living, motor skills, labeling, and play and social skills. Families with TRICARE: see how coverage works.
Child therapy
There are many challenges in raising a child with autism, so therapy is built around your child’s specific needs.
ADHD/ODD therapy
Customized ABA therapy for children with ADHD and ODD, because we understand their unique needs.
Home-based therapy
Our therapists provide individualized therapy in the homes of the families we serve.
What makes us different
Care that fits your family
- AABA in your family’s languageCare in English, Spanish, Haitian Creole, Bengali and Russian, so everyone at home can take part.Learn more →
- ★Military families & TRICARETRICARE East accepted. Help with referrals, authorizations and planning around PCS moves.Learn more →
- ♥We show up with youWeekly parent training, and our team joins IEP meetings, doctor and dental visits and even haircuts where allowed.Learn more →
All services
How to get started
- 1Call or send the formTell us a little about your child and your insurance. It costs nothing to talk to us.
- 2Benefits check and assessmentWe verify your coverage, then a BCBA assesses your child’s skills and needs with you.
- 3Your child’s plan beginsUsually 3–5 business days after insurance approves the plan, at home, school, daycare or our center, with you as part of the team.
Meet our clinical director
Aisha Albright-Jourdan, MSW, LCSW, BCBA
AJ founded Hope Center for Behavior Change and leads its clinical work. She is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and a Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker (license SW22831), trained in neurobiology and trauma, with more than 15 years of helping families, from the classroom to family case management. She specializes in strengths-based parent training and in looking at the whole family, not just the child.
Watch AJ explain why Hope Center chose not to be “standard ABA”: small BCBA caseloads, trauma-informed and assent-based care, and a team that shows up at IEP meetings and appointments with you.
Where we provide ABA
Center and home services from five locations, plus home, school and daycare services in Broward, St. Lucie, Orlando, Lakeland and more. See all areas.
- WWest Palm Beach750 South Military Trail, Suite D-E, West Palm Beach
- TTemple Terrace (Tampa)9385 N 56th St, Suite 211, Temple Terrace
- PPort Charlotte4055 N Tamiami Trail, Suite 24, Port Charlotte
- JJacksonville7751 Belfort Parkway, Suite 200, Jacksonville
- SSebring228 N Ridgewood Rd, Suite 102, Sebring
Let us help
Get a free consultation
Raising a child with special needs requires commitment. You don’t have to do it alone. Tell us a little about your family and we’ll call you back.
- No cost to talk to us
- No waitlist: starting can take as little as three weeks from your first call
- Free benefits check, sliding scale and self-pay options
- Our operations team calls you back
Or call 561-337-8865. Monday to Friday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Saturday 9:30am to 1:30pm.
For parents
Guides from our clinical team
- Your Role in Therapy: Why Parent Training Makes a Big DifferenceABA therapy is most effective when it becomes more than a weekly appointment — when it becomes a consistent, supportive, everyday strategy that strengthens a child’s confidence, communication, independence, and emotional well-being.
- Autism Is Not a Problem to Solve: Understanding Neurodiversity in ABAFor decades, autism was misunderstood. It was treated as something to "fix," "normalize," or "cure." As a result, many autistic people grew up feeling unseen, unsupported, or pressured to become someone they were not.
- Technology & Autism: Using Screens, Apps, and Digital Tools Wisely in ABATechnology is a significant part of modern childhood. Tablets, smartphones, computers, educational apps, online communication tools, and digital games are woven into daily routines for many children — including autistic children. And while technology often gets blamed for attention challenges or sensory overload, it can also be an incredible tool for learning, communication, engagement, and emotional support when used intentionally.
Questions parents ask first
Do you take my insurance?+
We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna (Evernorth), UMR, Personify Health and TRICARE East, with Optum coming soon. Self-pay is available with a sliding scale for deductibles and copays. See insurance.
Do you provide services in my area?+
We have locations in West Palm Beach, Temple Terrace (Tampa), Port Charlotte, Jacksonville and Sebring, and we also serve families in Broward and St. Lucie counties, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando, Lakeland, Winter Haven, Plant City and Apollo Beach. See where we provide ABA.
Is there a waitlist?+
No. There is no waitlist.
How long will it take to start?+
From your first call it can take as little as three weeks: intake paperwork, a benefits check, a 2–4 hour assessment, then the treatment plan goes to your insurance. Once it is approved, services usually begin within 3–5 business days. Slow paperwork or insurance replies can stretch this to a few months. See getting started.
Who will work with my child?+
Programs are designed and supervised by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and carried out by Registered Behavior Technicians, with parents trained as part of the team.