Carrie H Greer
Founding Partner
BCBALBAESDM Certified
ABA Therapy
Springling Therapy
In-home services across Dallas and nearby
Accepting new clientsIn-homeCenter-based
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Insurance
6 plans
Ages served
12 months–school age (new enrollments accepted up to age 3 at onset)
Availability
Accepting new clients
Setting
Center-based · In-home · School
Languages
English
Overview
ABA Therapy for autism in Dallas
Based in Dallas and Plano, this practice focuses exclusively on very young children — toddlers from 12 months through age 3 at enrollment — receiving ABA therapy through the Early Start Denver Model. Six BCBAs deliver sessions in clinic, at home, and in preschool settings across the Dallas metroplex. The practice intentionally keeps its scope narrow: once children reach school age, families are referred on to providers better suited to that next stage.
Best for
Parents of newly diagnosed toddlers under 3 who want a play-based, ESDM-certified team where parent coaching is built into every week of treatment, not an optional add-on.
Their approach
Every session is grounded in ESDM — ABA principles woven into the child's real daily routines like meals, outdoor play, and bath time rather than pulled out into separate drill sessions. One hour of parent training per week is required, with a behavior analyst coaching caregivers directly alongside their child.
What to expect
Springling bills all major commercial plans (BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, UMR, Magellan) out of network — not Tricare or Medicaid — and handles claims directly; families receive an invoice for any remaining patient responsibility. Typical intensity runs 3–6 hours per week with a BCBA, with behavior technicians potentially adding up to 20–25 additional hours depending on each child's treatment plan.
Services
Services & specialties
- Funding
- private insurance (out-of-network)
- Setting
- centerin-homeschool
- BCBA Led
- Yes
- Age Focus
- toddlerspreschool
- Intensity
- 3–6 hours/week with BCBA; up to 20–25 hours/week with behavior technicians
- Program Type
- comprehensive
- Parent Training
- Yes
- Insurance Auth Help
- Yes
The people
Meet the Springling Therapy team
Team includes 6 BCBAs.
Tessa VanKirk
Founding Partner
BCBALBAESDM Certified
Co-founder and BCBA since 2004, Tessa trained at the University of North Texas (BS and MS in Behavior Analysis) and later became an ESDM-certified therapist, which anchors her treatment approach. Before starting Springling, she built the first behavior analysis program inside the Children's Health system at the Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities.Read more
Gina Rambo
Dallas Clinical Director
BCBALBAESDM Certified
Dallas Clinical Director since 2019, Gina holds an MEd in Applied Behavior Analysis from Arizona State University and brings hands-on ESDM experience from the ABA program at Children's Health and UT Southwestern. Her sessions integrate naturalistic teaching, early childhood development principles, and family partnership.Read more
Cheyenne Griffin
Plano Clinical Director
BCBALBAESDM Certified
Plano Clinical Director since 2021, Cheyenne earned her MS in Curriculum and Instruction with an ABA concentration from the University of Memphis after starting her career providing direct 1:1 therapy to children with autism in Tennessee. Her practice centers on naturalistic teaching and building each child's daily engagement and communication skills.Read more
Renee Shofner
BCBA
BCBALBAESDM Certification trainee
Renee joined Springling in 2025 and holds an MS in Special Education (ABA) from Arizona State University and a BS in Integrated Studies from the University of North Texas, with BCBA licensure in Texas. She is currently completing her ESDM certification while working within the practice's pediatric-focused team.Read more
Claire Eckardt
BCBA
BCBALBAESDM Certification trainee
With Springling since 2023, Claire brings an MS in Human Development and Early Childhood Disorders from UT Dallas alongside a Graduate ABA Certificate from the University of North Texas and prior work with Early Childhood Intervention connecting families to developmental services. She focuses on functional communication, foundational life skills, and helping families feel confident in supporting their child's growth.Read more
Payment
Insurance & payment
BCBSAetnaCignaUnited HealthcareUMRMagellan
Coverage can change, so confirm your specific plan when you reach out.
Good to know
Common questions about Springling Therapy
Does Springling Therapy offer in-home or center-based ABA therapy?
Springling Therapy provides ABA therapy in center, in-home and school settings in and around Dallas. In-home suits families who want skills practiced in the child's own environment, while center-based offers a structured, distraction-light space.
How many hours of ABA therapy does Springling Therapy provide?
Programs typically run 3–6 hours/week with BCBA; up to 20–25 hours/week with behavior technicians, with the exact plan set by your child's BCBA after an initial assessment. Comprehensive programs address several developmental areas at once, while focused programs target specific skills.
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 — Springling Therapy can help you confirm your benefits first.
What insurance does Springling Therapy accept?
Springling Therapy works with plans including BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, UMR, Magellan. 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 Springling Therapy serve?
Springling Therapy serves ages 12 months–school age (new enrollments accepted up to age 3 at onset). If your child is near the edge of that range, it's worth reaching out — providers often make case-by-case decisions.
Where is Springling Therapy located?
Springling Therapy is located at 5477 Glen Lakes Dr, Dallas, TX 75231, serving families throughout Dallas and the surrounding area. If getting there is difficult, ask whether telehealth or in-home options are available.
Is Springling Therapy accepting new clients?
Springling Therapy is currently accepting new clients in Dallas. 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.
5477 Glen Lakes Dr, Dallas, TX 75231
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