South Georgia Autism Center - Dr. Montserrat Graves, PhD

Elevation Autism Center provides a specialized early learner program designed specifically for toddlers and young children, typically through Kindergarten (ages 1-5). Their approach is built on the belief that children learn best when they are engaged, happy, and having fun. By utilizing a "play-based" methodology, therapists turn activities like tossing a ball or blowing bubbles into opportunities to teach vital communication and social behaviors, such as requesting, turn-taking, and patience. The center views itself as a "Partner in Progress" for families, walking alongside them from the initial enrollment all the way to the transition into Kindergarten. Their masters-level professionals craft customized plans backed by decades of research, ensuring that every milestone is designed to build upon a child's natural strengths. The goal is to help young learners make significant strides in development while parents find peace of mind. Elevation Autism Center's environment is immersive and designed uniquely for little ones, moving away from clinical sterility to a warm, inviting space. They focus on understanding the "why" behind behavior—learning what in the environment influences choices—and applying that understanding to help children overcome challenges and navigate the world with independence.

Families in the Atlanta metro area can access Apricott in-home Applied Behavior Analysis services with clinical oversight from Board Certified Behavior Analysts and trained therapists. The Georgia regional hub is designated at 2470 Windy Hill Road SE in Marietta, supporting coordination of assessments, care planning, and ongoing services for learners across communities such as Atlanta, Alpharetta, Marietta, Sandy Springs, Buckhead, and surrounding neighborhoods. Apricott participates with major commercial insurers and Medicaid where applicable, with transparent eligibility support so families understand coverage before services begin. Greater Atlanta care is delivered primarily in home and community settings so therapy fits naturally into daily routines. Treatment emphasizes individualized goals, caregiver collaboration, and measurable progress across communication, adaptive skills, and everyday independence. Apricott maintains a BHCOE-accredited framework with typically quick turnaround and limited wait times compared with many regional providers. Apricott serves toddlers through adolescents, tailoring plans to each developmental stage. Parent participation is encouraged, with practical coaching so strategies carry over beyond scheduled sessions. Center-based options elsewhere in Georgia use the same organizational standards for quality and family communication when families explore multiple levels of care.

Apricott ABA Therapy Center in Savannah offers center-based Applied Behavior Analysis services in a thoughtfully designed, welcoming environment at 410 Mall Blvd, Suite G. What distinguishes Apricott is their commitment to accessibility—they typically have no waitlist and accept Medicaid in addition to major commercial insurance plans, making quality ABA therapy more accessible to families throughout the Savannah area. Their clinic features sensory-friendly rooms, individual treatment rooms, calming zones, a dedicated play area, and accessible facilities to create the optimal learning environment for children with autism. The Savannah clinic provides comprehensive ABA therapy services including initial assessments, center-based ABA therapy, and parent training. Their parent-friendly therapy process was thoughtfully designed by parents who have been in similar situations, ensuring the experience meets the practical needs of families. Parents receive a brief overview after each session and can access detailed progress information through the Central Reach platform. Apricott strongly encourages parent involvement and welcomes families to attend sessions and actively support their child's development. Apricott serves children of all ages, from toddlers to adolescents, with treatment plans tailored to meet each child's specific developmental stage and needs. For families who need it, they can coordinate with schools to explore in-school therapy services when clinically appropriate. The practice accepts multiple insurance providers including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Medicaid, Optum, Aetna, United Healthcare, Peach State, Amerigroup, CareSource, Cigna, and Beacon. Apricott is BHCOE Accredited (2025-2027), demonstrating their commitment to clinical excellence and evidence-based practices. They also serve families across Georgia through in-home ABA therapy, with service areas including Atlanta, Marietta, Alpharetta, Savannah, and many more communities throughout the state.