Why families choose ABC
At Action Behavior Centers, our autism services help autistic children learn practical life skills, build independence, and reach milestone moments. We proudly provide evidence-based ABA therapy in a compassionate and supportive environment. Learn more about what sets us apart.
Immediate access to care
Starting ABA therapy early can help your child build skills during an important time in their development. With centers close to home, your child can begin treatment right away.
Coordinated care
We work with your child’s speech, occupational, feeding, and physical therapists so they can hold sessions right in our centers. Your child gets support in a familiar place, with fewer trips and fewer changes in setting.
Family Guidance
You’re an active part of your child’s care team. Twice a month, a BCBA leads a Family Guidance session with you. You’ll learn practical strategies you can use during therapy and in everyday routines at home.
School readiness support
In center-based ABA therapy, BCBAs and RBTs help your child practice skills used at school, like communication, social interaction, and executive function. For school-age children, ABC Academy builds on that work and helps connect what they learn in therapy to the classroom.
Have questions about what ABA therapy insurance coverage includes? Wondering which services are covered, whether prior authorization is required, how benefits are verified, or what financial assistance options may be available? Our insurance specialists are here to help!
If you don't see your insurance listed please contact us to verify. We accept over 120+ insurances and add more each day.
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Frequently asked questions about ABA therapy in North Center
What autism services are available at the North Center location?
At Action Behavior Centers – North Center, families can access individualized autism services designed around each child’s age and support needs:
- Center-based ABA therapy: One-on-one therapy for children ages 18 months to 8 years, with goals that may include communication, social interaction, behavior, daily routines, and independence.
- IDE autism evaluations: Diagnostic evaluations for children ages 18 months through 6 years.
- ADOS-2 evaluations: Autism-specific assessments for children ages 18 months through 6 years.
For more information about available care, visit our Services Page
How can my child get started with ABA therapy at North Center?
The admissions process begins by helping our teammates understand your child and your family’s needs:
- Submit the online interest form so our teammates can learn more about your child and family.
- Check your insurance coverage online in minutes!
- Meet with a BCBA for an ABA evaluation to assess your child’s unique needs and develop an individualized therapy plan with family input.
- Begin in-center ABA therapy once the treatment plan and required authorizations are complete.
Our teammates can answer questions throughout the process and help your family understand what to expect before therapy begins. Visit our Admissions Page for more details.
Are there other ABC centers near the North Side center?
Yes. Families on Chicago’s North Side can explore several additional Action Behavior Centers nearby, including:
- Lincoln Park – Lincoln Ave – 2762 N Lincoln Avenue, Unit B, Chicago, IL
- Logan Square – 3927 W Belmont Avenue, Suite 106, Chicago, IL
- Lincolnwood – 6540 Lincoln Avenue, Suite 200, Lincolnwood, IL
- Park Ridge – 5507 N Cumberland Avenue, Suite 403, Chicago, IL
- West Loop – Randolph St – 1325 W Randolph Street, Chicago, IL
These centers give families additional options across Chicago based on where they live, work, or travel during the week. For more locations, visit our Chicago City Page.
How do I get to the North Side ABA therapy center?
Our North Center is located at 3944 N Western Avenue on Chicago’s North Side, with convenient access from North Center, Roscoe Village, Lakeview, Lincoln Square, Ravenswood, and nearby neighborhoods.
Families traveling from surrounding North Side communities can use Western Avenue and other major local streets to reach the center. Because traffic along Western Avenue can vary throughout the day, allowing extra travel time during busier morning and evening periods may be helpful. Get Directions.
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Does ABA therapy work?
Yes! Decades of research show that applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy is an effective, evidence-based treatment for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Studies demonstrate that children who receive intensive ABA (typically 20–40 hours per week over two or more years) make significant progress in communication, social interaction, and daily living skills. Many are able to participate in school and community activities alongside their peers.
While every child responds differently, ABA therapy remains one of the most studied and proven approaches for supporting growth and development.
What are individualized goals in ABA therapy?
Every child’s applied behavior analysis (ABA) treatment is personalized. BCBAs® assess each child’s strengths and needs, collaborate with families, and set measurable goals.
Examples of measurable goals include:
- Increasing spoken requests for toys from five to 10 times a day
- Initiating play with peers at least three times daily
- Following handwashing steps in four out of five opportunities
- Identifying 10 new household objects by name
How can ABA therapy help my child?
Every child’s journey is unique, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy is personalized to meet your family’s priorities. At ABC, we focus on helping children diagnosed with autism build practical, everyday skills while supporting families along the way.
ABA therapy can help your child grow in:
- Communication: Using words, gestures, or devices to express needs and connect with others
- School readiness: Learning to imitate, follow routines, and build pre-academic skills
- Behavior support: Finding safe, effective ways to meet needs while reducing unsafe behaviors like aggression, self-injury, or elopement
- Social skills: Playing with peers, sharing, and taking turns
- Self-care: Practicing routines like brushing teeth, washing hands, and cleaning up toys
ABC’s clinical research shows strong outcomes: 86% of families report major reductions in challenging behaviors within the first year of therapy, along with continued progress as goals evolve.
Is ABA therapy effective for autism?
Yes! Every autistic child is unique, and some children experience more significant progress with applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy than others. However, studies show that children who receive two or more years of intensive behavioral interventions, including ABA therapy, can often participate in school and social activities at the same level as their peers.
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