Malika Pritchett, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA
Clinical Leadership
Ph.D.BCBA-DLBA
ABA Therapy
Action Behavior Centers - ABA Therapy for Autism
In-home services across Allen and nearby
5.0(3 Google reviews)
Accepting new clientsIn-homeCenter-based
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Insurance
15 plans
Ages served
In-center ABA: 18 months–8 years; in-home ABA: 18 months–13 years; evaluation support: 18 months–6 years
Availability
Accepting new clients
Setting
Center-based · In-home
Languages
English
Overview
ABA Therapy for autism in Allen
Families in Allen can access BCBA-supervised ABA therapy at the Junction Drive location of Action Behavior Centers, a multi-site Dallas-Fort Worth network. The center uses individualized, evidence-based applied behavior analysis in a purpose-built multisensory space, with both one-on-one and small-group formats. In-home ABA extends care to children up to age 13, and no-cost ADOS-2 autism evaluations are available for families still seeking a diagnosis.
Best for
Children ages 18 months through 8 years in Allen and nearby DFW communities whose families want insurance-covered, BCBA-led ABA with built-in parent coaching and the option to add in-home sessions.
Their approach
Every care plan pairs a BCBA overseeing goals and supervision with RBTs delivering day-to-day therapy; parents receive dedicated twice-monthly Family Guidance sessions so they can carry strategies into daily routines at home. The center also welcomes outside speech, OT, feeding, and physical therapists to work on-site, keeping transitions to a minimum for the child.
What to expect
A confirmed autism diagnosis is needed before ABA begins — ABC offers no-cost ADOS-2 evaluations to help families reach that point. The center takes appointments Monday through Friday 8am–5pm and works with more than 120 commercial insurance plans; Medicaid is not accepted in Texas.
Services
Services & specialties
- Funding
- commercial insurance
- Setting
- centerin-home
- BCBA Led
- Yes
- Age Focus
- 18 months–8 years in-center18 months–13 years in-home
- Program Type
- comprehensive
- Parent Training
- Yes
- Insurance Auth Help
- Yes
The people
Meet the Action Behavior Centers team
Team includes 3 BCBAs.
Patricia Wright, Ph.D., MPH
Clinical Leadership
Ph.D.MPH
Dr. Wright brings combined doctoral and public health training to ABC's clinical leadership team, guiding the organization's standards for evidence-based autism therapy.Read more
Dorothea C. Lerman, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA
Clinical Leadership
Ph.D.BCBA-DLBA
Dr. Lerman is a Doctoral-level Board Certified Behavior Analyst on ABC's clinical leadership team with deep expertise in ABA methodology and autism intervention.Read more
Payment
Insurance & payment
Anthem BCBSAetnaMedicaUMRCigna90 Degree BenefitsAdventHealth Medical GroupAllegianceAllied Benefit SystemsAll SaversAmbetterAscension
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AspirantAutomated Benefit Services (ABS)BCBS Mental Health Advocacy
Coverage can change, so confirm your specific plan when you reach out.
Reputation
What families say about Action Behavior Centers
5.0
3 reviews
Ratings and reviews sourced from Google.
Good to know
Common questions about Action Behavior Centers
Does Action Behavior Centers offer in-home or center-based ABA therapy?
Action Behavior Centers provides ABA therapy in center and in-home settings in and around Allen. In-home suits families who want skills practiced in the child's own environment, while center-based offers a structured, distraction-light space.
Is ABA therapy covered by insurance in Texas?
In Texas, many commercial health plans and Texas Medicaid cover ABA therapy for children with an autism diagnosis. A confirmed diagnosis is required for coverage, which is why many families begin with an evaluation — Action Behavior Centers can help you confirm your benefits first.
What insurance does Action Behavior Centers accept?
Action Behavior Centers works with plans including Anthem BCBS, Aetna, Medica, UMR, Cigna, 90 Degree Benefits, among others. If your plan isn't listed it's still worth asking — provider networks change often, so confirm your specific plan when you reach out.
What ages does Action Behavior Centers serve?
Action Behavior Centers serves ages In-center ABA: 18 months–8 years; in-home ABA: 18 months–13 years; evaluation support: 18 months–6 years. If your child is near the edge of that range, it's worth reaching out — providers often make case-by-case decisions.
Where is Action Behavior Centers located?
Action Behavior Centers is located at 885 Junction Dr, Allen, TX 75013, serving families throughout Allen and the surrounding area. If getting there is difficult, ask whether telehealth or in-home options are available.
Is Action Behavior Centers accepting new clients?
Action Behavior Centers is currently accepting new clients in Allen. Sharing your child's age and insurance up front helps them tell you quickly whether they're a fit — availability can change fast.
Ratings sourced from Google. Autism Services Finder verifies listings but doesn’t endorse providers. Updated July 2026.
885 Junction Dr, Allen, TX 75013
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