Your Guide to the Mindcolor ABA Therapy Intake Process
Starting Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is an exciting milestone in your child’s journey—and at Mindcolor Autism, we’re here to make the process simple, supportive, and stress-free.
Whether you’re just beginning to explore ABA therapy near you or ready to start services, our step-by-step Intake Process ensures your family feels informed and confident from the very first conversation.
Here’s what you can expect as you begin ABA therapy with Mindcolor.
Step 1: Connect With Our Intake Team
Your journey starts with a friendly conversation with our dedicated Intake Team. We’ll learn more about your child, answer any initial questions, and gather some basic information such as:
- Your child’s full name and date of birth
- Your contact information
- Preferred location for services
- Insurance details
This first connection helps us match your family with the right Mindcolor clinic and team for your child’s unique needs.
Step 2: Verify Insurance and Benefits
Navigating insurance can feel complicated—but we’ll handle the details for you. Our team verifies your insurance coverage and reviews your ABA therapy benefits so you know exactly what to expect.
We’ll walk you through:
- What your plan covers for ABA therapy
- Any documentation or referrals required
- Estimated costs or copays
By clarifying everything up front, we make it easy for you to focus on your child’s growth—not the paperwork.
Step 3: Complete Intake Paperwork
Once benefits are confirmed, you’ll receive your intake forms—either digitally or with support from our team. These forms help us get a complete picture of your child’s background so we can begin building an individualized plan.
You’ll be asked to share information such as:
- Developmental and medical history
- Previous diagnoses or evaluations
- Current medications, allergies, or dietary needs
- School or IEP details (if applicable)
Having this information ready helps our clinical team design an ABA therapy plan tailored specifically to your child.
Step 4: Initial Assessment and Evaluation
After paperwork is complete, we’ll schedule your child’s initial assessment with one of our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs).
During the assessment, your BCBA will:
- Observe and interact with your child through play
- Conduct standardized behavioral assessments
- Learn about communication, social skills, and behavioral patterns
This step allows us to identify your child’s strengths, challenges, and goals—forming the foundation for their personalized ABA therapy program.
Step 5: Review and Begin Services
Once the assessment is complete, your BCBA will create and review your child’s individualized treatment plan with you. Together, you’ll discuss:
- Short- and long-term therapy goals
- Session frequency and schedule
- Strategies for supporting progress at home
After reviewing and approving the plan, your child can begin sessions and officially start their ABA journey with Mindcolor!
Step 6: Ongoing Communication and Family Support
At Mindcolor, we believe that family collaboration is key to ABA therapy success. You’ll receive regular progress updates and opportunities to share feedback and insights.
You can help support your child’s growth by:
- Sharing any changes in routines or behaviors
- Asking questions about goals and data
- Staying in communication with your BCBA
Our team is always here to guide, listen, and celebrate every milestone along the way.
Setting the Stage for ABA Therapy Success
The Mindcolor Intake Process is designed to make starting ABA therapy as smooth as possible—from insurance verification to your child’s first session. Being prepared helps reduce stress and ensures your family and therapist begin working effectively from day one.
By understanding each stage of the intake process, you’ll know exactly what to expect and how to prepare for this exciting new chapter. With your partnership and our dedicated support, we’ll work together to build meaningful progress and brighter outcomes for your child.
Ready to begin your ABA journey?
Learn more about our ABA therapy intake process or contact our team today to start services at Mindcolor Autism.