Ann Gathura
CEO / BCBA
BCBALBA
As a Board Certified and Licensed Behavior Analyst, Ann Gathura sits at the head of the practice and keeps the clinical team, its BCBAs and RBTs alike, aligned around each child's individualized plan.
ABA Therapy
Leap2Aba
Center-based in Irving, TX
Accepting new clientsCenter-based
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Ages served
Ages 2-12
Availability
Accepting new clients
Setting
Center-based
Languages
English
Overview
ABA Therapy for autism in Irving
In Duncanville and Dallas, this ABA practice works with children between the ages of two and twelve who already carry an autism diagnosis. A Board Certified Behavior Analyst oversees the clinical program, which flexes between a full course of 30-plus hours weekly and a lighter part-time schedule depending on what an assessment recommends. Goals typically center on cutting problem behaviors, building missing skills, and moving speech and communication forward.
Best for
A good fit for parents of a newly or recently diagnosed young child who have a doctor's referral in hand and want to move into ABA quickly.
Their approach
Registered Behavior Technicians handle the day-to-day one-on-one sessions under BCBA oversight, and the whole care team, including parents, regroups monthly to check progress against the treatment plan. Parent coaching sessions are built into the program rather than offered as an extra.
What to expect
Getting started means supplying an autism diagnosis and a physician's referral, then sitting for an assessment that determines how many therapy hours are recommended before the practice files paperwork with your insurer. Most families move from first contact to active sessions within two to four weeks.
Services
Services & specialties
- Setting
- center
- BCBA Led
- Yes
- Age Focus
- Ages 2-12
- Intensity
- Full-time 30+ hrs/week or part-time 0-25 hrs/week
- Parent Training
- Yes
- Insurance Auth Help
- Yes
The people
Meet the Leap2Aba team
Team includes 1 BCBA.
Good to know
Common questions about Leap2Aba
Does Leap2Aba offer in-home or center-based ABA therapy?
Leap2Aba provides ABA therapy in center settings in and around Irving. 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 Leap2Aba provide?
Programs typically run Full-time 30+ hrs/week or part-time 0-25 hrs/week, 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 — Leap2Aba can help you confirm your benefits first.
What ages does Leap2Aba serve?
Leap2Aba serves Ages 2-12. If your child is near the edge of that range, it's worth reaching out — providers often make case-by-case decisions.
Where is Leap2Aba located?
Leap2Aba is located at 1681 Valley View Ln, Irving, TX 75039, serving families throughout Irving and the surrounding area. If getting there is difficult, ask whether telehealth or in-home options are available.
Is Leap2Aba accepting new clients?
Leap2Aba is currently accepting new clients in Irving. 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.
1681 Valley View Ln, Irving, TX 75039
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