Between the IEP meetings, the endless paperwork, and—let's be real—trying to keep everyone fed and somewhat sane, who has time to drive across town three times a week? Not you.
At Achieving Stars Therapy, we're one of the in-home ABA therapy agencies in Concord that actually gets it. Your child learns best when they're comfortable. Your couch. Your backyard. Their favorite corner with the stuffed animals. That's where the magic happens.
What Makes Our Concord ABA Therapy Different?
Look, there are plenty of ABA therapy providers in Concord. Some of them are great. But here's what we do differently:
We play. Like, actually play.
Forget the sterile clipboard-and-stopwatch image you might have in your head. Our sessions look more like a really structured playdate than anything clinical. We're building towers, blowing bubbles, racing cars across the living room floor—and your child is learning the whole time. They just don't realize it because they're having too much fun.
This isn't us being cute. It's science. Kids on the autism spectrum learn better when they're engaged and motivated. Play-based ABA therapy taps into what your child already loves and uses it to build communication, social skills, and daily living skills.
Why In-Home ABA Works Better (For Most Families)
Think about it—your child already has enough to process without adding a new building, weird smells, and strangers to the mix. When therapy happens at home:
- Skills actually stick. Learning to request a snack in your kitchen means they'll request snacks in your kitchen. Novel concept, right?
- You're part of it. We coach you on strategies that work so therapy doesn't end when we leave.
- Siblings and routines stay intact. No hauling everyone to a clinic during homework time.
- Less meltdown triggers. Familiar environment = calmer kid = more learning.
We do have an office if you need it—some families prefer a neutral space for certain things. But 90% of our Concord families choose in-home services because it just works better for real life.
Getting Started Is Actually Easy
I know, I know—you've probably called a few places and heard "6-month waitlist" or gotten ghosted after the intake call. That's not us.
- We call you back within 24 hours. Not a week. A day.
- Quick 15-20 minute chat to understand your child and your goals.
- We handle the insurance nightmare. We verify your benefits, get authorizations, deal with the paperwork. You just sign where we tell you.
- A BCBA comes to your home for a 2-4 hour assessment over 1-2 visits. They actually observe your child—not just ask you a hundred questions.
- You get a real treatment plan that makes sense for YOUR kid, not some generic template.
Total time from first call to first session: 1-14 days. No waitlist. No runaround. We've got BCBAs available in Concord right now.
What We Actually Help With
Not sure if ABA is right for your child? Here's what we work on:
Communication & Language
Not just "say more words"—we're talking functional communication. Requesting things they want. Telling you when something hurts. Saying no (appropriately) instead of melting down.
Daily Living Skills
Brushing teeth, getting dressed, toilet training—the stuff that makes mornings less of a battle. We break it down into steps that actually make sense for how your child's brain works.
Social Skills
Taking turns. Making eye contact when it feels right for them. Understanding that when a friend walks away, it doesn't mean they hate you. The subtle stuff that makes friendships possible.
Behavior Support
Not just "he's having a tantrum" but WHY is he having a tantrum at 5:30pm every single day? Once we figure that out, we teach better ways to get needs met. And you're not a bad parent for needing help.
Our Concord Team
Every therapist on your child's team is:
- Background-checked and certified (this should be obvious, but you'd be surprised)
- Supervised by a BCBA with actual experience, not someone who got certified last month
- Trained in play-based, naturalistic approaches—they're here to connect with your kid, not just collect data
Our Clinical Director, Cassandra Mathias, has over 10 years of ABA experience and personally oversees every treatment plan. You're not getting some franchise operation—you're getting clinicians who know Concord families.
Insurance & Cost (The Part Nobody Wants to Talk About)
Here's the deal:
- Medicaid covers 100% of ABA therapy with no out-of-pocket cost.
- Most private insurance covers ABA too—we verify your benefits before you commit to anything.
- We handle authorizations so you're not on hold with insurance for three hours.
During that first intake call, we'll tell you exactly what your plan covers. No surprises.
We Cover the Whole Concord Area
We serve families throughout the Concord area and surrounding communities. Whether you're in downtown Concord, Bow, Pembroke, Loudon, or Hopkinton—we come to you.
Pediatric ABA therapy shouldn't require a commute. Your kid has therapy, you stay home and actually get something done (or don't—no judgment).
Is ABA Therapy Right for Your Child?
ABA works best when started early—research shows kids who begin before age 8 have significantly better outcomes. But "early" is relative. If your child has autism, developmental delays, or behavioral challenges that are affecting your family, it's not too late.
Here's the honest truth: ABA isn't magic. It takes time, consistency, and your involvement. But that statistic isn't made up—that's decades of research.
If you're wondering whether your child would benefit, just call us. We'll give you a straight answer.
Ready to Get Started?
No pressure. No 6-month wait. Just real help for your family.
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