Chattanooga Autism Center — McCallie Ave #100

We are not a one size fits all program. Where most "big box" ABA groups force intensive (30-40 hours a week) we believe in parent training and enabling the families

Acorn Health provides individualized ABA therapy in Chattanooga for children and young adults with autism, typically from 18 months through age 21. BCBAs and RBTs build age-appropriate learning goals from an initial admissions conversation, insurance verification, a clinical consultation, and a formal assessment. Therapy is primarily center-based, with home- and school-based options also described by the provider, and family training is incorporated to help skills carry into daily routines. Acorn's site says the organization is accepting new ABA clients, though exact Chattanooga capacity and recommended weekly hours depend on schedule, location, clinical need, and authorization. The provider publishes Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, CHAMPVA, Cigna, Medicaid, Optum, TRICARE, and UnitedHealthcare. Call 844-244-1818 or use the admissions form to verify Chattanooga coverage and timing.

Elevate Behavior Services provides applied behavior analysis in Chattanooga through several structured programs. ABA Outpatient Therapy uses evidence-based teaching and behavior-support strategies tailored to individual goals. Elevate Academy adds school-readiness and learning support, while the Social Skills Group creates guided opportunities to practice interaction with peers. The R.I.S.E. program focuses on language and communication, social development, self-help, gross and fine motor skills, play and leisure, and preparation for school. The provider lists weekday hours from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 625 Morrison Springs Road and can be reached at 423-802-1982. Its official site does not publish a named insurer or funding list, so families should ask directly about benefits, private-pay options, availability, and the program that best fits their child.