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ABA Therapy Centers in Virginia
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Featured ABA Therapy Centers in Virginia
These providers serve families across Virginia and are highlighted here to help you get started.
Fairfax
9 ABA therapy centers
Richmond
8 ABA therapy centers
Chesapeake
5 ABA therapy centers
Norfolk
5 ABA therapy centers
Virginia Beach
5 ABA therapy centers
Herndon
4 ABA therapy centers
Alexandria
2 ABA therapy centers
Centreville
2 ABA therapy centers
Woodbridge
2 ABA therapy centers
Berryville
1 ABA therapy center
Blacksburg
1 ABA therapy center
Bristol
1 ABA therapy center
Chantilly
1 ABA therapy center
Charlottesville
1 ABA therapy center
Covington
1 ABA therapy center
Falls Church
1 ABA therapy center
McLean
1 ABA therapy center
Newport News
1 ABA therapy center
Sterling
1 ABA therapy center
Warrenton
1 ABA therapy center
Therapy and autism supports in Virginia
Virginia families can be working with Medicaid managed care, a Community Services Board, DD waivers, a commercial plan, Infant and Toddler Connection, and a school division at the same time. Each one has a different role in deciding services.
This directory currently has 53 therapy centers across 20 cities in Virginia. Listings and public programs are separate: confirm a provider's network status, credentialing, and current intake directly.
Medicaid and CHIP in Virginia
Virginia Medicaid covers early intervention and administers other behavioral-health benefits through state and managed-care processes. Confirm the child’s diagnosis documentation, medical necessity review, authorization, and enrolled provider.
Commercial insurance in Virginia
Virginia Code § 38.2-3418.17 applies to qualifying state-regulated plans and requires coverage for medically necessary ABA. It does not control self-funded employer plans, which generally follow ERISA benefit rules.
Virginia waivers and disability supports
Virginia’s DD waivers, including Family and Individual Supports, are long-term supports administered separately from an insurance or Medicaid clinical therapy authorization.
Birth-to-three services in Virginia
Infant and Toddler Connection of Virginia is the official Part C program for children from birth to age three.
Practical access in Virginia
Virginia families may be working with a managed-care plan, a Community Services Board, and a school division at the same time. Each has its own eligibility and provider rules.
A practical starting point in Virginia
- Check the Medicaid plan’s authorization and provider-enrollment rule for the requested therapy.
- Use the Community Services Board or waiver process for long-term supports.
- Refer eligible young children to Infant and Toddler Connection.
Virginia therapy questions
What should families confirm with Medicaid or CHIP in Virginia?
Virginia Medicaid covers early intervention and administers other behavioral-health benefits through state and managed-care processes. Confirm the child’s diagnosis documentation, medical necessity review, authorization, and enrolled provider.
Does Virginia Code § 38.2-3418.17 and the issued policy apply to every Virginia employer plan?
Virginia Code § 38.2-3418.17 applies to qualifying state-regulated plans and requires coverage for medically necessary ABA. It does not control self-funded employer plans, which generally follow ERISA benefit rules. Self-funded employer plans are generally regulated under federal ERISA rather than state insurance mandates. Ask the plan administrator for the written benefit, authorization, and appeal rules.
How does Virginia Family and Individual Supports DD waivers fit with therapy coverage?
Virginia’s DD waivers, including Family and Individual Supports, are long-term supports administered separately from an insurance or Medicaid clinical therapy authorization.
When should a family contact Infant and Toddler Connection of Virginia?
Infant and Toddler Connection of Virginia is the official Part C program for children from birth to age three.
How should Virginia families separate a managed-care request, DD waiver question, and school-service question?
Virginia families may be working with a managed-care plan, a Community Services Board, and a school division at the same time. Each has its own eligibility and provider rules.
Planning resources
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ABA intake checklist
Bring the right coverage and clinical questions to an intake call.
ABA first 30 days checklist
A practical record-keeping and communication checklist.
ABA insurance appeal templates
Templates for requesting a clear coverage decision or review.
ABA therapy cost by state
Compare cost context and coverage questions for Virginia.
Early intervention guide
How IDEA Part C services differ from clinic treatment and school services.
Autism rates by state
Federal autism-identification data by state.
Special needs schools in Virginia
Explore school and educational-program options separately from therapy.
Primary sources
Last reviewed against the linked primary sources on July 29, 2026. Medicaid, CHIP, commercial insurance, self-funded employer plans, military coverage, waiver programs, and school services follow different rules. This page is general information, not legal, medical, or benefits advice.
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