ABA Therapy in El Paso County, Colorado

Yes. Most private health insurance plans in Colorado are required to cover medically necessary ABA therapy thanks to the state's autism insurance mandate (HB 08-1152). Colorado's Medicaid program, Health First Colorado, also covers ABA for eligible children. Our free matching service helps you find providers in El Paso County who accept your specific plan.

Key programs include Health First Colorado (Medicaid) for eligible families, Early Intervention Colorado (Part C) for children under three, and the state's autism insurance mandate which ensures private plans cover ABA. Some families also use Katie Beckett waiver (for children with disabilities) or access funding through school districts. Our matching team can guide you on what's available in El Paso County.

ABA providers in El Paso County generally serve children from ages 2 through 18, though some work with younger toddlers through Early Intervention, and others support young adults. Many BCBAs specialize in early intervention (ages 2-7), while others focus on school-age or adolescent social and life skills. The right match depends on your child's individual needs.

You start by completing a simple online form or calling us. We ask about your child's age, diagnosis, insurance, and preferred location within El Paso County. Our team then uses that information to match you with vetted, BCBA-led ABA providers who have capacity and accept your insurance. You receive personalized recommendations - usually within a few days - at no cost to you.

Start times vary by provider and current waitlists. Some clinics or in-home agencies may begin intake within a few weeks, while others may have a longer wait, especially for center-based programs. By working with our free matching service, we can help identify providers with current openings in El Paso County to speed up the process.