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ABA Therapy

Action Behavior Centers - ABC Academy

Center-based in Richmond, TX

Accepting new clientsCenter-based

Insurance

17 plans

Ages served

5–12 (ABC Academy ABA therapy); 18 months–6 years (autism evaluation support)

Availability

Accepting new clients

Setting

Center-based

Languages

English

Overview

ABA Therapy for autism in Richmond

Action Behavior Centers — ABC Academy (Sugar Land) is a center-based ABA therapy program in Richmond, Texas, serving the greater Houston area. Operating as ABC Academy, this location is specifically designed for school-age children ages 5–12 who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. The program offers flexible scheduling including after-school and Saturday hours, making it a practical option for families whose children attend school part- or full-time.

Best for

Families in the Houston/Sugar Land area with school-age children (5–12) diagnosed with autism who need ABA therapy that complements or supplements their school schedule.

Their approach

Therapy follows the ABC model: BCBAs design individualized treatment plans and supervise sessions, while Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) deliver 1:1 therapy using Discrete Trial Teaching (DTT) and Natural Environment Teaching (NET). The ABC Academy curriculum emphasizes executive-functioning and school-readiness skills — problem-solving, self-control, social flexibility, organization, and time management — and uses data tracking to guide each child's transition toward increased school participation.

What to expect

Families start with a clinical consultation to discuss the child's needs; children already receiving ABA at another ABC center can transfer seamlessly without additional insurance paperwork. The site serves children as young as 18 months for autism evaluation support, and families are guided through insurance verification and prior authorization at no cost to them.

Services

Services & specialties

Funding
commercial insuranceself-pay
Setting
center
BCBA Led
Yes
Age Focus
5–12 (ABC Academy)school-age
Intensity
20–40 hours per week (chain-wide standard); ABC Academy offers after-school and Saturday scheduling for school-age children
Program Type
comprehensive
Parent Training
Yes
Insurance Auth Help
Yes

The people

Meet the Action Behavior Centers team

Team includes 2 BCBAs.

Malika Pritchett, Chief Clinical Officer / Clinical Leadership

Malika Pritchett

Chief Clinical Officer / Clinical Leadership

Ph.D.BCBA-DLBA
Malika Pritchett holds a doctorate and is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at the Doctoral level (BCBA-D) with Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) credentials. She serves on ABC's national clinical council, which oversees clinical standards and guides the organization's mission to support children with autism.Read more
Patricia Wright, Clinical Leadership

Patricia Wright

Clinical Leadership

Ph.D.MPH
Patricia Wright holds a doctorate and a Master of Public Health and serves on ABC's national clinical council, contributing expertise to the organization's evidence-based autism care approach.Read more
Dorothea C. Lerman, Clinical Leadership

Dorothea C. Lerman

Clinical Leadership

Ph.D.BCBA-DLBA
Dorothea Lerman is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at the Doctoral level (BCBA-D) with LBA licensure. A member of ABC's national clinical council, she brings extensive research expertise in behavior analysis to guide the organization's therapeutic practices and outcomes research.Read more

Payment

Insurance & payment

90 Degree BenefitsAdventHealth Medical GroupAetnaAllegianceAllied Benefit SystemsAll Savers (UHC)AmbetterAnthem BCBSAscensionAspirantAutomated Benefit Services (ABS)BCBS Mental Health Advocacy
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Blue Cross Blue ShieldCarelonCignaMedicaUMR

Coverage can change, so confirm your specific plan when you reach out.

Hours

Mon
12–6:30PM
Tue
12–6:30PM
Wed
12–6:30PM
Thu
12–6:30PM
Fri
12–6:30PM
Sat
9AM–12PM
Sun
Closed

The space

More photos

Bright waiting and learning area with curved seating, children's bookshelves, tree mural, and whiteboard at Action Behavior Centers

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 settings in and around Richmond. 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 Action Behavior Centers provide?

Programs typically run 20–40 hours per week (chain-wide standard); ABC Academy offers after-school and Saturday scheduling for school-age children, 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 — Action Behavior Centers can help you confirm your benefits first.

What insurance does Action Behavior Centers accept?

Action Behavior Centers works with plans including 90 Degree Benefits, AdventHealth Medical Group, Aetna, Allegiance, Allied Benefit Systems, All Savers (UHC), 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 5–12 (ABC Academy ABA therapy); 18 months–6 years (autism evaluation support). 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 18810 W Airport Blvd Building A Suite 100, Richmond, TX 77406, serving families throughout Richmond 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 Richmond. 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.

18810 W Airport Blvd Building A Suite 100, Richmond, TX 77406

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