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Pediatric ABA Therapy in New York & Virginia

Every child has unique strengths, challenges, and potential. At Yellow Bus ABA, our Pediatric ABA Therapy programs help school-aged children (typically ages 6–12) build the communication, social, and life skills they need to thrive — at home, in school, and in the community.

Our programs are designed and supervised by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and delivered by trained ABA therapists who make learning fun, structured, and meaningful.

How We Do It

What Is Pediatric ABA Therapy?

Pediatric ABA Therapy is a child-centered, scientifically proven approach to improving communication, behavior, and independence for children with autism and related developmental needs.

Unlike early intervention programs that focus on foundational learning, pediatric ABA emphasizes social awareness, emotional regulation, and adaptive life skills that help children succeed in school and beyond.

Key components include:

  • 1:1 sessions tailored to your child’s learning style
  • Skill-building through positive reinforcement and play
  • Structured, goal-oriented activities guided by data
  • Collaboration with families, educators, and care teams
  • BCBA supervision for consistent progress tracking

Skills We Target in Pediatric ABA Therapy

Pediatric ABA focuses on the skills that help children participate fully in daily life — in school, at home, and with friends. Each goal is measurable and meaningful, helping children grow in confidence, connection, and capability. Areas of development include:

Communication & Language

Expressing wants, asking questions, following multi-step directions

Social Skills

Peer play, turn-taking, teamwork, perspective-taking

Emotional Regulation

Managing frustration, handling transitions, coping strategies

Executive Functioning

Attention, task completion, organization, and flexibility

Self-Help & Independence

Hygiene, dressing, mealtime, personal responsibility

Behavioral Support

Reducing challenging behaviors with positive reinforcement

Choose the Setting That Fits Your Child Best

All Yellow Bus ABA programs — including Pediatric, Early Childhood, Adolescent, and Social Skills — are available in both home and center settings.

Home-Based ABA Therapy

Therapy delivered where your child feels safest — your home. Our in-home model allows clinicians to incorporate learning naturally into your family’s real routines: playtime, mealtime, bedtime, morning transitions, homework, and more. It’s ideal for children who benefit from personalized attention, reduced transitions, and learning in their familiar environment.

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Center-Based ABA Therapy

Structured learning in one of our ABA therapy centers across New York. Children who thrive with routine, peer interaction, and a predictable environment often make strong progress in the center setting. Our centers offer specialized spaces for social skills, group activities, and skill-building programs designed to boost confidence and independence.

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Where We Offer Pediatric ABA Therapy

We proudly serve families throughout New York & New Jersey, both in-home and at our Yellow Bus ABA centers, including:
Yellow Bus ABA therapy center in Mineola NY
Mineola ABA Therapy Center
51 Charles St,
Mineola, NY 11501
(845) 327-7111

Conveniently located near Garden City, our Mineola center supports children of all ages with In-Home and Center-Based ABA Therapy programs.

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Lynbrook ABA Therapy Center
253 Broadway
Lynbrook, NY 11563
(845) 327-7111

Serving Lynbrook, Rockville Centre, and surrounding communities, this center provides a warm, family-focused environment for ABA therapy.

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Yellow Bus ABA therapy center in Elmont NY
Elmont ABA Therapy Center
1975 Linden Blvd
Elmont, NY 11003
(845) 327-7111

Serving the Elmont and Valley Stream communities, this center specializes in early intervention and social skills programs for young learners.

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Yellow Bus ABA therapy center in Plainview NY
Plainview ABA Therapy Center
99 Sunnyside blvd Ext
Woodbury, NY 11797
(845) 327-7111

Located near Woodbury, our Plainview center offers flexible ABA therapy for all ages, with supportive In-Home and Center-Based programs tailored to your family’s needs.

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Douglaston ABA Therapy Center
241-02 Northern Blvd
Queens, NY 11362
(845) 327-7111

Located near Little Neck and Bayside, our Douglaston center provides early childhood and pediatric ABA therapy in a bright, welcoming setting.

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ABA Therapy Center Forest Hills New York
Forest Hills ABA Therapy Center
69-24 Austin St
Forest Hills, NY 11375
(845) 327-7111

Conveniently located in Forest Hills, our Queens center supports early childhood growth with pediatric services and social skills programs.

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Greenpoint ABA Therapy Center
1056 Manhattan Ave,
Greenpoint Brooklyn, NY 11222
(845) 327-7111

Our Brooklyn location offers a modern environment for ABA therapy, with dedicated spaces for social skills groups and adolescent programs.

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Yellow Bus ABA therapy center in Yonkers NY
Yonkers ABA Therapy Center
86 Main St.
Yonkers, NY 10701
(914) 205-5430

Located near downtown Yonkers, this center supports children and young adults with personalized ABA programs and transition services.

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Yellow Bus ABA therapy center in Middletown NY
Middletown ABA Therapy Center
110 Crystal Run Road,
Middletown, NY 10941
845-327-7111

Serving Hudson Valley families, our center delivers individualized ABA programs, adolescent therapy, & transition-to-adulthood support in a structured setting.

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Yellow Bus ABA therapy center in Poughkeepsie NY
Poughkeepsie ABA Therapy Center
488 Freedom Plains Road,
Poughkeepsie NY 12603
845-327-7111

Serving Dutchess County and beyond, our Poughkeepsie center focuses on individualized ABA therapy plans, life skills, and family support.

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ABA therapy clinic exterior in Mechanicsville VA
Mechanicsville ABA Therapy Center
7143 Stonewall Pkwy,
Mechanicsville VA 23111
(804) 557-0881

Our Mechanicsville center provides a warm, clinical environment designed to feel like home while fostering significant developmental growth.

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Yellow Bus ABA therapy center in Powhatan VA
Powhatan ABA Therapy Center
1550 Oakbridge Drive,
Powhatan VA 23139
(804) 992-9900

Our Powhatan center provides a warm, inviting, and highly structured environment where children can thrive through personalized ABA therapy.

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Why Pediatric ABA Therapy Matters


As children grow, their world becomes more complex — expectations increase at school, social interactions become more nuanced, and independence becomes more important. Pediatric ABA therapy helps children bridge the gap between early learning and real-world success.

Our pediatric ABA therapy programs focus on:

  • Strengthening communication skills (expressive language, conversation, asking for help, following directions)
  • Building social skills and peer interaction (turn-taking, cooperative play, understanding social cues, perspective-taking)
  • Improving emotional regulation and coping strategies (managing frustration, transitions, flexibility, problem-solving)
  • Supporting independence and daily living skills (organization, routines, self-care, responsibility)
  • Reducing challenging behaviors through positive supports (replacement behaviors, reinforcement strategies, self-monitoring)

Get Started with Pediatric ABA Therapy

Your child’s journey toward confidence and independence can start today. Every day is a new opportunity for progress. Let’s take that first step together. Here’s how to begin:

1. Contact Our Intake Team

Reach out to our friendly intake specialists to schedule a consultation. We’ll discuss your child’s needs, answer your questions, and explain the ABA therapy process.

2. Verify Insurance Coverage

Our team helps you check your insurance benefits to understand coverage for ABA services, making the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.

3. Complete a BCBA-Led Assessment

A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) conducts a thorough evaluation of your child’s development, behavior, and learning style. This assessment identifies strengths, areas for growth, and the best strategies for therapy.

4. Begin Your Customized ABA Therapy Program

Once the plan is set, therapy starts at home or at one of our centers. Sessions are tailored to your child’s goals and interests, blending structured learning with play-based activities to keep them engaged and support steady developmental progress.

The sooner you start, the sooner your child can begin making progress!

How Pediatric ABA Therapy Works

At Yellow Bus ABA, therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all — it’s personal, structured, and rooted in real-life success. Here’s what the process looks like:

  • Assessment & Goal Setting: Your BCBA conducts a detailed behavioral and developmental assessment to identify strengths, challenges, and priorities.
  • Individualized Treatment Plan: Based on assessment results, we build a plan targeting communication, social behavior, academics, and self-help skills.
  • 1:1 ABA Therapy Sessions: Your child meets regularly with a trained ABA therapist for individualized, data-driven learning.
  • Parent Collaboration & Training: Families receive tools and coaching to reinforce skills at home and maintain progress outside of sessions.
  • Ongoing Progress Monitoring: Your BCBA reviews data, updates goals, and shares milestones with you — ensuring transparency and consistent results.

Why Families Choose Yellow Bus ABA

Families trust Yellow Bus ABA for our compassionate care, clinical expertise, and individualized approach. Our mission is simple: help children with autism reach their fullest potential — one step, one goal, one success at a time. What makes us different:

BCBA Clinical Oversight

Programs guided by
experienced clinical leadership.

Personalized ABA Programs

Tailored to your child’s
needs and learning style.

Convenient Centers

Accessible to families across
New York & Virginia.

Collaboration with Schools

We work closely with schools to
support consistency across settings.

Insurance Assistance

We verify coverage, handle authorizations, and simplify billing.

Family Empowerment

We train and support parents
every step of the way.

Insurance & Funding

ABA therapy is covered by most major insurance providers in New York & Virginia. We accept a wide range of plans and guide families through the approval process from start to finish.

Our intake team helps with:

  • Verifying insurance coverage
  • Managing authorizations
  • Submitting claims
  • Exploring funding options
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Quick answers for parents and caregivers
FAQs About Pediatric ABA Therapy

Pediatric ABA typically serves children between ages 6 and 12, though programs are tailored to individual developmental levels.

Yes. We work closely with schools and teachers to align goals and strategies for consistent support.

Absolutely. Pediatric ABA can be delivered through Home-Based or Center-Based sessions — or a combination of both.

Duration varies based on goals and progress. Most families see significant skill gains within several months of consistent therapy.

Yes. Most major New York insurance plans cover ABA therapy. Check your coverage here.

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