NC Medicaid Covers ABA Therapy

Expert ABA Therapy for Children in Matthews, North Carolina

Your child deserves the best start. Our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) provide personalized, evidence-based ABA therapy — and NC Medicaid covers it, so most Matthews families pay nothing out of pocket.

BCBA Certified
NC Medicaid Accepted
NC Licensed
Evidence-Based
BCBA Certified
Insurance Accepted
NC Licensed
Evidence-Based
500+ Families Helped
Understanding ABA Therapy

Helping Matthews Children Reach Their Full Potential

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is the gold standard, evidence-based therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder. Our BCBA-certified therapists create individualized plans that help your child build communication, social, and daily living skills.

500+
Families Helped
In Mecklenburg County & beyond
10+
Years Experience
BCBA-certified team
18mo–12yr
Ages Served
Early intervention to school-age
Simple 3-Step Process

Getting Started Is Easy

From your first call to your child's first session — we guide you every step of the way.

01

Free Consultation

Fill out our form or call us. A care coordinator will discuss your child's needs — no cost, no pressure.

02

Insurance Verification

We handle all paperwork, including NC Medicaid verification. Most Matthews families pay nothing out of pocket.

03

Begin Therapy

Your child's BCBA creates a personalized plan. Therapy begins — often within 2 weeks — with ongoing progress tracking.

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Our Services

ABA Therapy Options in Matthews

Choose the therapy setting that works best for your family.

Center-Based ABA Therapy

Structured environment with specialized equipment, sensory rooms, and peer socialization. Ideal for ages 18 months to 6 years.

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In-Home ABA Therapy

Therapy in the comfort of your Matthews home. Available for children up to age 12 throughout Mecklenburg County.

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NC Medicaid Covers ABA Therapy

North Carolina Medicaid fully covers ABA therapy for children with an autism diagnosis. Most Matthews families pay nothing out of pocket. We handle all paperwork so you can focus on your child.

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Why Professional ABA Therapy?

DIY Resources

Free–$100/mo
  • Generic, not personalized
  • No professional oversight
  • Inconsistent results
  • No progress tracking

General Therapy Only

$50–$150/hr
  • Not ABA-specialized
  • Fewer therapy hours
  • Less structured
  • May not accept Medicaid

Matthews Families Trust Us

Rated 5/5 by Matthews Parents
"Matthews is the perfect small town for our family. When our son was diagnosed, we found ABA therapy that comes right to our home near Stumptown Park."
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Julie H.
Parent, Matthews
"Having Novant Health right in town plus in-home ABA therapy means we rarely leave Matthews. Our daughter gets world-class care in our own community."
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Mark T.
Parent, Mecklenburg County
"The consistency of having therapy at home is what made the difference. Six months in and he's a different kid."
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Karen F.
Parent, Matthews
Matthews, North Carolina

ABA Therapy for Matthews's Growing Autism Community

Matthews, a vibrant town on Charlotte's southeastern border, perfectly balances small-town charm with big-city access. With just over 30,000 residents, Matthews offers tree-lined streets, excellent schools, and a walkable downtown — just 12 miles from uptown Charlotte.

Matthews' charming downtown, centered around Stumptown Park, hosts the popular Matthews Community Farmers Market. The town's strong sense of community is especially important for families navigating an autism diagnosis.

As part of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, Matthews families access strong exceptional children programs. Matthews Elementary, Crestdale Middle, and Butler High School provide dedicated autism support.

Novant Health Matthews Medical Center, a full-service hospital right in town, provides convenient pediatric care and developmental services without needing to drive to Charlotte.

Matthews' established neighborhoods like Weddington Chase, McKee Farm, and Plantation Acres make in-home ABA therapy particularly effective — children learn skills in their actual home environment where mealtimes, bedtimes, and daily routines happen.

Matthews Neighborhoods We Serve

Our in-home ABA therapy reaches every corner of Mecklenburg County. We serve Weddington Chase, McKee Farm, Plantation Acres, Matthews Township, Fullwood, Sardis Forest, Crown Point and surrounding areas. Our BCBA-certified therapists come to you.

Matthews Autism Resources & Support

  • Novant Health Matthews Medical Center: Primary healthcare facility with pediatric services for Mecklenburg County families.
  • Atrium Health: Additional healthcare resources and specialist referrals.
  • Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools: Exceptional Children's Programs serving 147,000+ students with IEPs and autism support.
  • Stumptown Park & Farmers Market: Local community resource with inclusive programming.

NC Medicaid in Mecklenburg County

If your child has NC Medicaid and an autism diagnosis, ABA therapy is fully covered — your family pays nothing for assessment, therapy, BCBA supervision, and parent training.

We work with managed care plans including Healthy Blue, WellCare, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, and AmeriHealth Caritas. Call (910) 218-0736 to verify coverage for free.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions from Matthews parents about ABA therapy.

Yes! NC Medicaid covers ABA therapy for children with autism. Most Matthews families pay nothing out of pocket. We handle all verification and paperwork.
ABA is the gold standard, evidence-based treatment for autism. It helps children develop communication, social skills, and daily living skills through individualized sessions designed by BCBAs.
Yes! We offer both in-home and center-based ABA therapy throughout Matthews and Mecklenburg County. In-home therapy lets your child learn in a familiar environment.
We serve children ages 18 months through 12 years. Early intervention leads to the best outcomes, but it's never too late to start.
Many families begin within 2 weeks. After consultation, we verify insurance, complete a BCBA assessment, and create your child's personalized plan.
NC Medicaid, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, Tricare, and most major plans. View insurance page →
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Begin Your Child's Journey in Matthews

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Serving Matthews & Surrounding Areas

Indian Trail

7 miles from Matthews

Charlotte

12 miles from Matthews

Mint Hill

5 miles from Matthews

Monroe

18 miles from Matthews

Stallings

5 miles from Matthews

Weddington

8 miles from Matthews

Pineville

12 miles from Matthews

Concord

25 miles from Matthews

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NC Medicaid accepted — most families pay nothing

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