Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy
At OneWell Health Care, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services are delivered only when clinically appropriate and medically necessary, and are designed to support meaningful improvements in health, safety, independence, and daily functioning.
Available In
Connecticut
Accepted Insurances
What Makes OneWell ABA Different
Evidence-Based. Medically Necessary. Person-Centered.
Our ABA program is BCBA-led, data-driven, and individualized to each person’s assessed needs, values, strengths, and goals. Services are never standardized or volume-based and are authorized, delivered, and continued strictly in accordance with clinical assessment findings, insurance requirements, and ethical best practices.
What Is ABA Therapy?
ABA Therapy at OneWell
Our Care Philosophy
OneWell’s ABA Clinical Philosophy
Our ABA services are grounded in the following principles:
Medical Necessity
Services are authorized and delivered only when required to treat functional impairments associated with autism spectrum disorder or related developmental disabilities.
Person-Centered Care
Treatment plans are individualized and reflect the person’s preferences, strengths, cultural context, and family priorities.
Ethical & Respectful Practice
Goals emphasize dignity, autonomy, safety, and meaningful participation in daily life.
Data-Driven Decision Making
Clinical decisions are based on ongoing measurement of progress and objective outcome data.
Family & Caregiver Collaboration
Caregivers are active partners in treatment planning, implementation, and generalization of skills.
The OneWell ABA Service Pathway
Comprehensive, connected care designed to support your child's journey every step of the way.
1. Referral & Intake
The journey begins with a simple inquiry from a parent, school, or medical provider. Our team conducts an immediate screening to confirm eligibility and ensure our clinical approach is the right match for your child.
2. Benefits & Verification
We handle the paperwork for you. Our administrative team verifies benefits and collects necessary documents, including:
- Diagnostic Evaluations
- Physician Referrals
- Insurance Authorizations
Outcome: Families receive a clear explanation of coverage and next steps.
3. Clinical Meet & Greet
Before testing begins, we meet personally with your family. This crucial step allows us to review the ABA process, discuss your specific goals, and ensure our clinical team fits your family culture.
4. Comprehensive Assessment
A Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) conducts a deep-dive assessment using tools like VB-MAPP or Vineland-3. This includes:
- Caregiver Interviews
- Direct Observation
- Functional Behavior Assessment
We identify both functional deficits and priority treatment goals.
5. The Treatment Plan
Based on the assessment, the BCBA develops a custom roadmap for your child. The Treatment Plan includes intervention strategies targeting deficits identified by assessments, direct observations and caregiver interviews.
This plan is reviewed with you and submitted to insurance for final authorization.
6. Direct ABA Services
Therapy begins! Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) deliver one-on-one services under BCBA supervision. We operate where the child needs us most:
- At Home
- In the Community
- At School (when approved)
7. Growth & Graduation
Our goal is to fade out. The BCBA conducts regular supervision and reviews progress data to modify the treatment.
When goals are met, we initiate transition planning, celebrating your child's graduation from services.
What a week in therapy looks like
Each child receives an individualized plan tailored to their unique needs. We recommend only the number of therapy hours that are clinically appropriate.
Lucas
30+ Hours / Week“The intensity of services allowed Lucas to work on communication, independence, and behavior support throughout the week. We appreciated how closely the BCBA collaborated with our family to support progress across environments.”
Ethan
10 Hours / Week“Working with OneWell at a manageable and clinically appropriate number of hours helped us focus on what mattered most at home and maintain an achievable and consistent schedule. Ethan made progress with following routines and communicating his needs.”
Maya
20 Hours / Week“With a more consistent schedule, Maya worked on communication and social skills while also learning ways to manage frustration. Maya receives services Monday through Friday starting after school until right before our family's nighttime routine.”
BCBA-APPROVED MEDICAL NECESSITY ADDENDUM
Medical Necessity Statement – ABA Services
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services at OneWell Health Care are provided only when medically necessary and are intended to treat functional impairments resulting from autism spectrum disorder or related developmental disabilities.
ABA services are considered medically necessary when:
- The individual demonstrates deficits in communication, social interaction, adaptive functioning, or self-care, and/or
- The individual engages in behaviors that pose a risk to health, safety, or daily functioning, and
- Evidence-based ABA intervention is required to remediate these deficits and reduce functional limitations
Medical necessity is established and maintained through:
- Comprehensive BCBA assessment
- Objective data collection
- Ongoing progress monitoring
- Periodic re-evaluation and re-authorization
Services are time-limited, goal-driven, and discontinued when treatment goals are achieved or ABA services are no longer clinically indicated.
ABA Therapy in Connecticut
OneWell Health Care provides BCBA-led, insurance-authorized ABA therapy to individuals and families throughout Connecticut.
Compliance Standards
- State Medicaid & commercial requirements
- Licensing & scope-of-practice regulations
- Dept. of Developmental Services guidelines
Available Services
- Comprehensive ABA assessments
- Individualized treatment planning
- Direct ABA therapy
- Parent training & consultation
- Re-authorization & transition
Insurance & Funding
- Medical necessity criteria
- State-specific coverage policies
- Authorization requirements
- Assistance with benefits verification
Serving Communities
Services available in:
- Home settings
- Community environments
- Approved school settings
Accreditation & Quality Commitment
OneWell Health Care’s ABA services align with CARF and Joint Commission (JCAHO) standards for excellence in care.
Standards Alignment
- Person-centered care
- Ethical service delivery
- Qualified clinical oversight
- Performance measurement & improvement
- Risk management & safety
- Family engagement & education
Our Program Includes
- Defined admission, transition & discharge criteria
- Documented clinical decision-making
- Continuous quality improvement (CQI)
- Staff credentialing & supervision standards
- Rights protection & grievance procedures
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