Academic ABA Therapy for Children | Step Up Autism

Fully covered by OAP funding

Program 02 Academics

Academic ABA
Therapy for Autism

If your child’s teacher has flagged concerns, or homework turns into tears every
night this is not a reflection of your parenting, or your child’s potential.

Ages 3–18 Served by this program

Supervised by

Registered Behavior
Analysts (RBAs)

Focus

Reading Comprehension, Math, Writing

School link

Coordinated with School Team & IEP
Children learning together during a classroom activity

Self-check

Is academic ABA the right
fit for my child?

“ABA,” “tutoring,” and “special education” often get blurred together here’s a clearer read.

Has an autism diagnosis or learning differences affecting school performance

Struggles to stay focused or follow multi-step instructions

Has an IEP and isn’t meeting academic goals

Understands concepts one-on-one but can’t apply them in class

Shows frustration or avoidance tied to schoolwork

Is behind in reading, math, or writing despite effort at home

If several of these sound familiar, it’s worth a conversation. Academic ABA isn’t about “fixing” your child — it’s about teaching in the way their brain actually learns best.

The program

What’s included

01

A real academic & behavioral assessment

Individualized evaluation led by an RBA — academic levels, attention patterns, and behaviors that interfere with learning.

02

A personalized, goals-based plan

Built around your child’s academic goals and aligned with IEP objectives where possible.

03

Evidence-based instruction

Discrete trial training, task analysis, and reinforcement applied specifically to academic content.

04

Behavior support built into learning

Frustration and avoidance addressed directly, so your child can actually access instruction.

05

Parent training

Practical strategies for homework time that reduce daily academic stress.

06

Progress you can see

Regular, honest reports tied to measurable academic goals.

Benefits

What changes, on both sides

Mother painting her child's hand during a creative activity

For your child

Real gains in reading, math, and writing

Improved focus and independent work skills

Fewer school-related meltdowns

Greater confidence trying challenging tasks

Skills that transfer into the actual classroom

For you

Clear answers instead of confusing labels

A concrete plan tied to measurable goals

Less conflict around homework time

A provider who talks to your child’s school

Confidence your child is taught the way they learn

Smiling mother holding her child

Timeline

How long until we see something change?

6–10

weeks to early shifts

Most families notice early shifts — improved focus, less resistance to schoolwork — within 6 to 10 weeks. Larger academic milestones typically build over a full school term. Your first consultation includes a realistic, individualized timeline.

Fit check

Who this program is for

Autism spectrum disorder, behind academically

IEP or 504 plans not meeting goals

Attention & task-completion struggles

One-on-one understanding, group-setting struggle

Reading, math, or writing intervention

Families wanting school-coordinated therapy

Why parents trust this

Built to be checked, not just believed

Supervised by Registered Behaviour Analysts with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts and Pre-Approved by OAP

Direct coordination with schools and IEP teams, when authorized

Transparent pricing and funding guidance before you commit

No pressure, no unnecessary sessions

Real, measurable progress reporting

“Our daughter’s teacher told us she was two grade levels behind in reading. Within one semester of academic ABA, she was reading independently and asking for books at home.”

Parent, current client

Questions

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Academic ABA therapy applies proven Applied Behavior Analysis teaching methods to specific academic skills — like reading, math, and writing — while addressing the focus and behavioral challenges that make learning harder.

Yes. ABA breaks academic skills into small, teachable steps and uses reinforcement to build both the skill and the child’s confidence using it, which research shows improves academic performance.

No. Tutoring typically reviews existing curriculum content, while academic ABA teaches underlying learning and behavior skills a child needs before academic content can fully “stick.”

Yes. With your authorization, our team can coordinate directly with your child’s school and IEP team so therapy goals and classroom goals reinforce each other.

Coverage varies by state, diagnosis, and plan. Our team helps verify your specific coverage and explains any costs clearly before your child begins.

Academic ABA is commonly used from early elementary age through the teen years, with the approach adjusted to match each child’s developmental level and goals.

You don’t need a plan yet.

You just need to make one phone call. We’ll help you figure out the rest, including how this fits with your child’s IEP.

Free consultation

Insurance & IEP guidance included