You know ABA. You’re looking for the right fit.
Tell us what worked, what didn’t, and what you need now. We’ll tell you plainly whether Imagine That Therapy is a fit.
What may feel different here
Here’s how we work, point by point.
- Your child works with RBTs, not BTs. RBTs require a 40-hour training, take an exam and pass a competency assessment.
- Your child’s BCBA supervises in person, never virtually. The person responsible for your child’s program oversees the therapy, the team and your child firsthand.
- Our BCBAs carry intentionally limited caseloads so they can stay closely involved in each child’s program.
- Your child works with a consistent RBT team, while still getting opportunities to generalize skills with other people when clinically appropriate.
- We work as a team with parents. Families stay informed, involved and supported, with regular parent training to share progress and help them support their child outside the clinic.
- At pickup, your child’s RBT gives you a quick recap of the session. For community sessions, you’ll get the RBT’s notes by email at the end of the week.
- Bring whatever you have from your previous provider, such as assessments, treatment plans and goals, behavior intervention plans, progress data, and authorization details, and we’ll review it so your child’s program builds on what’s already working.
- We teach skills your child can use at home, at school, or anywhere else, like asking for a snack or waiting for a turn.
- We don’t target harmless behaviors just because they look different.
Who your child will spend time with
Center-based ABA means a whole team is working with your child.
- Your child’s BCBA designs the program, and sees your child regularly.
- Your child’s RBT works with them one-on-one.
- Other kids are in the clinic, and your child practices taking turns, sharing, and playing alongside them.
More about this
You can meet everyone on our team page.
Moving with TRICARE?
If you’re relocating on PCS orders or changing TRICARE providers, reach out early so we can plan around your timeline. It helps to have these on hand:
- Your report-by date, if you have one.
- Your child’s current treatment plan and recent progress reports.
- Your TRICARE plan, and whether EFMP and ECHO enrollment is complete.
More about this
TRICARE covers ABA through the Autism Care Demonstration (ACD). In Virginia, Humana Military handles referrals and authorizations, so a move into Virginia can mean a new referral. We’ll help you sort it out.
Questions to ask any provider (including us)
- Who supervises my child’s program, and is that supervision in person?
- How often is the treatment plan reviewed?
- Will the same RBTs work with my child week to week?
- How do you decide which behaviors to work on?
- How do you help skills carry over to home and school?
- What does switching look like with my insurance?
Google reviews
From families who switched
“My son recently started at Imagine That after we moved to the area, a move made because we lacked access to quality services and providers before. I can not say enough how thankful I am we found this clinic and team❤️ the priority and care they give to the children receiving ABA has been a gift to witness. The clinic is warm and welcoming, you see immediately how deeply they believe in and support what they are doing. We came from a situation where I questioned if this therapy was still in his best interest, to watching him begin to thrive again. He's excited and making so many gains because the people here love what they do and understand that kids on the spectrum are capable of anything when given the right tools, patience, understanding, and time!”
“We started at ITT for ABA in January 2025 and have had a wonderful experience. The transition from our previous practice went smoothly. Everyone is so nice and welcoming! The communication is great and more importantly our child is making tremendous progress. He looks forward to going and has improved his social and verbal skills and enjoys playing with peer friends. He loves his BCBA and RBTs. They have two locations and both are conveniently located. It's great to have this business in the community!”
“Imagine That Therapy is the best!!! Amazing ABA Team! We have 2 kids in the spectrum and they are achieving milestones after milestones in a very fast manner, that wasn’t met from previous Therapy Centers. We can feel that they genuinely care for our kids. Joanna is a very wonderful and accommodating owner, Melissa Top Notched Lead Therapist! Alex and Jasmine Outstanding Therapist for our kids!! We are blessed because our kids have you! - Love from Team Donatz”
Start a conversation.
A few details and we’ll reach out. Skip anything you’re not sure about.
Thank you. A clinic leader will read this and call you within 1 business day.
Until then, think about a toy, show, or song your child loves. It makes a good first conversation.
Questions in the meantime?Call 703-634-3532
FAQ
Questions parents ask
We’ve tried ABA before and it wasn’t the right fit. How is this different?
We care how ABA is done, not just whether it’s offered. Every program is individualized and reviewed regularly, learning happens through play, and we focus on communication and independence, including skills that carry over outside the clinic.
Who supervises my child’s program?
BCBAs design and oversee each program, RBTs work with children one-on-one, and your child gets to practice with peers. It’s a whole team, not one person working alone. Meet the team.
How do you decide which behaviors to work on?
Your child’s BCBA sets goals from the assessment and from what you want for your child, and reviews them regularly. Treatment decisions are clinically driven, and we don’t target harmless behaviors just because they look different.
What if our last clinic made things harder?
Tell us what went wrong last time. An experienced clinic leader will talk it through on your first call and tell you honestly whether we’re the right place for your child.
Does Imagine That Therapy accept TRICARE?
Yes. If you’re transferring from another TRICARE provider, bring your current treatment plan and we’ll walk through the authorization steps with you.
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