Malika Pritchett
Clinical Leadership
Ph.D.BCBA-DLBA
A doctoral-level behavior analyst (Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA) who appears among Action Behavior Centers' network-wide clinical leadership.
ABA TherapyAutism Diagnosis & Assessment
Action Behavior Centers - ABA Therapy for Autism
In-home services across Watauga and nearby
5.0(6 Google reviews)
Accepting new clientsIn-homeCenter-based
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Insurance
9 plans
Ages served
18 months – 13 years, varying by service (in-center ABA through age 8, at-home ABA through age 13, evaluation support through age 6)
Availability
Accepting new clients
Setting
Center-based · In-home
Languages
English
Overview
Autism therapy and services in Watauga
Tucked into the Watauga corner of the Dallas-Fort Worth market, this Action Behavior Centers location keeps things straightforward: comprehensive ABA either inside the building or in the family's own living room. A Board Certified Behavior Analyst maps out each child's goals while a Registered Behavior Technician handles the daily sessions. Families who aren't sure yet whether their child is on the spectrum can also lean on the center for evaluation support before therapy even starts.
Best for
A good fit for a Watauga-area family that already has an autism diagnosis and wants ABA close to home, on-site or in-home, as well as families still working toward that first diagnosis.
Their approach
Behavior plans stay under BCBA oversight while RBTs do the hands-on work day to day, and parents get folded into the process too through twice-monthly coaching sessions built into every plan.
What to expect
Book a tour through the website and plan on needing an appointment rather than walking in; the center talks up fast intake over a long wait, and lists most major insurance plans as accepted.
The people
Meet the Action Behavior Centers team
Team includes 2 BCBAs.
Patricia Wright
Clinical Leadership
Ph.D.MPH
Brings a Ph.D. and a public health background (MPH) as part of Action Behavior Centers' clinical leadership team.
Dorothea C. Lerman
Clinical Leadership
Ph.D.BCBA-DLBA
Another doctoral-level, board-certified behavior analyst (Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA) featured in Action Behavior Centers' clinical leadership.
Payment
Insurance & payment
Anthem BCBSMedicaUMROptumCignaAllied Benefit SystemsAll SaversAmbetterAspirant
Coverage can change, so confirm your specific plan when you reach out.
Reputation
What families say about Action Behavior Centers
5.0
6 reviews
Ratings and reviews sourced from Google.
The space
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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 Watauga. 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, Medica, UMR, Optum, Cigna, Allied Benefit Systems, 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 18 months – 13 years, varying by service (in-center ABA through age 8, at-home ABA through age 13, evaluation support through age 6). 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 8317 Whitley Rd, Watauga, TX 76148, serving families throughout Watauga 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 Watauga. 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.
8317 Whitley Rd, Watauga, TX 76148
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