Monica Piper
CEO & Founder
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ABA Therapy
Stepping Stones ABA Therapy
In-home services across Frisco and nearby
5.0
Accepting new clientsIn-homeCenter-based
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Insurance
3 plans
Ages served
2–22 (no age limit stated; clients from age 2 through 22)
Availability
Accepting new clients
Setting
Center-based · In-home
Languages
English
Overview
ABA Therapy for autism in Frisco
Founded in 2016 by Monica Piper — a BCBA and autism parent — this family-owned DFW clinic has grown from in-home services to two dedicated centers in Frisco and McKinney. The team delivers center-based and in-home ABA therapy for children and adults with special needs, with each treatment plan built from scratch by one of seven on-staff BCBAs. Collaboration with visiting speech and OT therapists happens directly at the clinic, making coordinated scheduling easier for families.
Best for
Families who want consistent, named clinicians and a clinic that won't age their child out of services or pressure them into a rigid therapy-hours mandate.
Their approach
Every child's therapy targets are set individually rather than against a standard protocol — BCBAs design programs around what matters most to that child and family, and intensity is calibrated to genuine clinical need. Parent training is woven into the program so caregivers leave each cycle with strategies they can carry into daily life at home.
What to expect
After an initial call, the clinic handles insurance verification (Aetna, BlueCross/BlueShield, and United/Optum accepted; private-pay and out-of-network welcome) and prior authorization before scheduling a center-based assessment — in-home assessments are not available. Cameras are installed throughout both facilities, giving parents real-time visibility into sessions.
Services
Services & specialties
- Funding
- AetnaBlueCross/BlueShieldUnited/Optumprivate-payout-of-network
- Setting
- centerin-home
- BCBA Led
- Yes
- Age Focus
- early childhoodschool ageadolescentyoung adult
- Intensity
- Individualized; no mandated 40-hour schedule
- Program Type
- comprehensive
- Parent Training
- Yes
- Insurance Auth Help
- Yes
The people
Meet the Stepping Stones ABA Therapy team
Team includes 7 BCBAs.
Crystal Tungkanak
Director of Operations
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Crystal holds an MA in Counseling and is a Board Certified and Licensed Assisted Behavior Analyst in Texas, with ABA field experience going back to 2013. She manages operational flow and family scheduling across both clinic sites.Read more
MiKayla Williams
Clinical Director of Frisco & BCBA
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With over nine years in ABA, MiKayla earned her bachelor's at the University of North Texas and her master's in ABA from Arizona State University. As Clinical Director of the Frisco location, she focuses on developmentally grounded, individualized treatment planning.Read more
Myra Mata
Clinical Director of McKinney & BCBA
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Myra holds a BS in Human Development and Family Studies and a Master of Education in Special Education with an ABA concentration, both from Texas Tech University, and has been a BCBA for over four years across eight years total in the field. She serves as Clinical Director of the McKinney center.Read more
Angela Deloera
Assistant Clinical Director & BCBA
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A Texas Tech graduate, Angela has worked in ABA for close to nine years and became a BCBA in 2022, now serving as Assistant Clinical Director. Her practice centers on individualized, family-focused care.Read more
Racheal Bridges
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Rachael moved from mental health crisis work with children and adolescents into ABA in 2018 as an RBT, earned her BCBA in 2023, and holds degrees from the University of North Texas and Arizona State University. She brings a trauma-informed perspective to her client work.Read more
Diana Fuentes
BCBA
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Diana earned a BS in Child Development from Texas Woman's University and an MA in Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of North Texas, achieving BCBA certification in March 2026 after supporting families in ABA since 2019.Read more
Thomas Wesley
BCBA
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Thomas spent four years in ABA before earning his BCBA in 2025, backed by a BA in History from the University of Arkansas and an MS in Applied Behavior Analysis from Capella University. He is motivated by helping families witness milestones they once thought might not be achievable.Read more
Payment
Insurance & payment
AetnaBlueCross/BlueShieldUnited/Optum
Coverage can change, so confirm your specific plan when you reach out.
The space
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Good to know
Common questions about Stepping Stones ABA Therapy
Does Stepping Stones ABA Therapy offer in-home or center-based ABA therapy?
Stepping Stones ABA Therapy provides ABA therapy in center and in-home settings in and around Frisco. 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 Stepping Stones ABA Therapy provide?
Programs typically run Individualized; no mandated 40-hour schedule, 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 — Stepping Stones ABA Therapy can help you confirm your benefits first.
What insurance does Stepping Stones ABA Therapy accept?
Stepping Stones ABA Therapy works with plans including Aetna, BlueCross/BlueShield, United/Optum. 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 Stepping Stones ABA Therapy serve?
Stepping Stones ABA Therapy serves ages 2–22 (no age limit stated; clients from age 2 through 22). If your child is near the edge of that range, it's worth reaching out — providers often make case-by-case decisions.
Where is Stepping Stones ABA Therapy located?
Stepping Stones ABA Therapy is located at 4500 Hillcrest Rd #135, Frisco, TX 75035, serving families throughout Frisco and the surrounding area. If getting there is difficult, ask whether telehealth or in-home options are available.
Is Stepping Stones ABA Therapy accepting new clients?
Stepping Stones ABA Therapy is currently accepting new clients in Frisco. 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.
4500 Hillcrest Rd #135, Frisco, TX 75035
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