At Achieving Stars Therapy, we bring ABA therapy to your home in Dover. Our BCBAs (Board Certified Behavior Analysts—the ones who design the programs) and RBTs (the therapists working directly with your kid) show up at your house. Your couch. Your backyard. Wherever works.
Why? Because a skill your child learns in some sterile clinic room doesn't always stick when they're back home staring down a plate of broccoli. Real life happens at home. That's where therapy should happen too.
Why In-Home ABA Works Better for Many Dover Families
Here's something we've noticed after years of doing this work: kids often make faster progress when they're comfortable. We've seen kids completely shut down in clinic waiting rooms who thrive at their own kitchen table. The fluorescent lights, unfamiliar sounds, the 20-minute drive that turns into a meltdown... it all adds up.
When we come to you, we eliminate those barriers. Your child learns to communicate, manage emotions, and build independence in the exact places they'll need those skills. The living room where meltdowns tend to happen. The bathroom where toilet training is actually relevant. The kitchen where mealtimes have been a struggle.
What in-home ABA therapy in Dover looks like: A BCBA conducts an initial assessment in your home → We develop a treatment plan based on your child's needs → Trained RBTs deliver 1:1 sessions (typically 10-25 hours/week) → Your BCBA supervises and adjusts the plan → Parent coaching so you can reinforce skills between sessions.
Our ABA Therapy Services in Dover
We're not a one-size-fits-all provider. Every child we work with in Dover gets a program built around their unique challenges, strengths, and personality.
Behavior Reduction
If your evenings have turned into a cycle of meltdowns, aggression, or behaviors that scare you—you're not alone. Our behavior analysts dig into what's actually triggering those moments. Not just "he's having a tantrum" but WHY.
Communication & Language
Maybe your child doesn't talk. Maybe they say a few words but can't tell you what's wrong. We work on communication that actually matters—asking for snacks, saying "I need a break" instead of throwing things.
Daily Living Skills
Toilet training. Getting dressed independently. Brushing teeth without a battle. These practical skills allow your child—and your family—to have more freedom and less stress.
Social Skills & School Readiness
Turn-taking, reading facial expressions, following directions, transitioning between activities. The goal isn't to change who your child is—it's to give them tools to connect with others on their own terms.
One Dover mom told us her son's meltdowns used to last 45 minutes. After six months of consistent ABA therapy, they're down to about 5 minutes. That's not magic. That's understanding why the behavior happens and giving her son better tools.
Why Dover Families Choose Us
We Actually Come to You
No loading kids into the car after a long day. No sitting in a waiting room. We work around your schedule and your space.
BCBA-Supervised, Always
Every session is part of a treatment plan designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Your child's RBT isn't working in isolation—there's clinical oversight making sure we're headed in the right direction.
We Accept Your Insurance
ABA therapy is a covered benefit under New Hampshire law (RSA 417-E). We work with most major plans:
Not sure if you're covered? We'll verify your benefits before we start—no surprises.
No Waitlists (Seriously)
We know how frustrating it is to hear "we can add you to our 6-month waitlist." That's not us. Most Dover families start services within 2-3 weeks of their initial call.
What to Expect When You Contact Us
- Free Consultation — Call or fill out our form. We'll ask about your child, your concerns, and what you're hoping to achieve. No pressure.
- Insurance Verification — We handle the paperwork. We'll confirm your coverage and explain exactly what your plan covers.
- Comprehensive Assessment — A BCBA comes to your Dover home to conduct a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA).
- Individualized Treatment Plan — Specific, measurable goals. You'll know exactly what we're working on and how we'll measure progress.
- Therapy Begins — Your child's RBT arrives at your home for scheduled sessions. Your BCBA checks in regularly.
Areas We Serve Near Dover
Our Dover-based team provides in-home ABA therapy throughout Strafford County and beyond:
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours of ABA therapy does my child need?
It depends. Research says 25-40 hours a week gets the best results for intensive support. But that's not realistic for every family. Some of our Dover families do 12-15 hours a week and see great progress. Your BCBA will look at where your child is, what your goals are, and what your family can actually handle.
What ages do you work with?
We provide ABA therapy for children ages 2-18 in Dover. Early intervention (ages 2-6) typically shows the most dramatic results, but older children and teens absolutely benefit as well.
Is ABA therapy covered by New Hampshire Medicaid?
Yes. ABA therapy is a covered benefit under NH Medicaid managed care plans. We're in-network with NH Healthy Families, Well Sense, and AmeriHealth Caritas.
How is in-home different from clinic-based?
In-home means we're teaching your kid to use skills right where they need them—their bedroom, their bathroom, their kitchen. A lot of parents tell us their kids learn something at a clinic and then can't do it at home. Plus, no one has to get in the car.
What if my child has difficult behaviors?
That's exactly what we specialize in. Challenging behaviors—aggression, self-injury, elopement, severe tantrums—are often what brings families to ABA therapy. Our BCBAs are trained to identify what's driving the behavior and develop effective, compassionate interventions.
Ready to Get Started?
Contact Achieving Stars Therapy for a free consultation about in-home ABA therapy in Dover, NH.
Call: (833) 666-3115
Your child deserves therapy that meets them where they are—and that place is home.