Autism & Behavioral Center FAQ · Houston, TX

Questions we hear
every week.

If you're reading this page, you're probably somewhere between a new diagnosis and your first therapy session. These are the questions families ask our autism and behavioral center most. We've tried to answer them the way we'd answer them on the phone.

Insurance & Cost

Which ABA therapy providers near Houston accept Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)?

Chivalry Behavioral & Autism Therapy, at 9525 Huffmeister Rd in northwest Houston (77095), is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) for ABA therapy and serves Houston, Cypress, Katy, Spring, and Tomball. Your first consultation and insurance verification are free, so you'll know your estimated out-of-pocket cost before anything starts.

Does Chivalry ABA accept Texas Medicaid and Texas Children's Health Plan?

Yes. Chivalry Behavioral & Autism Therapy accepts Texas Medicaid and Texas Children's Health Plan (CHIP/TCHP) for ABA therapy, and handles the authorization process for your family.

What insurance do you accept for ABA therapy?

Chivalry is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Aetna, Cigna, Texas Medicaid, Anthem/WellPoint, Claritev/MultiPlan, Molina Healthcare, Texas Children's Health Plan, Superior Health Plan, and Community Health Choice. We add new plans regularly — call 832-753-3105 if yours isn't listed and we'll verify it.

How much does ABA therapy cost with insurance?

With insurance, ABA therapy at Chivalry often costs only your plan's copay, coinsurance, or deductible, and we confirm your estimate before services begin. The initial consultation and insurance verification are free, and there is no charge until services begin. If a plan doesn't cover ABA, we explain private-pay options up front.

Starting & Wait Time

Is there an ABA provider in Cypress accepting new clients?

Yes, with no waitlist. Chivalry Behavioral & Autism Therapy is accepting new ABA clients now in Cypress, Katy, Spring, Tomball, and Houston, with no waitlist to start. Most families complete their first call, assessment, and insurance authorization and begin therapy within 4 to 8 weeks.

Do you have a waitlist for ABA therapy?

No. Chivalry Behavioral & Autism Therapy has no waitlist and is accepting new ABA clients now across Houston, Cypress, Katy, Spring, and Tomball. Once your insurance is verified and authorized your child can begin, and most families start within 4 to 8 weeks of their first call.

How soon can my child start ABA therapy?

Chivalry has no waitlist, so most children begin ABA therapy within 4 to 8 weeks of the first call. Insurance authorization typically takes 2 to 6 weeks, and the assessment is scheduled 1 to 3 weeks after that. You can call while your child's evaluation is still in progress so your file starts early.

How do we get started with ABA therapy?

Call Chivalry at 832-753-3105 or submit the intake form, and the team responds within one business day. The first call is a no-commitment conversation where we verify your insurance and explain what to expect — no diagnosis report required to begin the process.

In-Home & Locations

Who offers in-home ABA therapy in Katy, Cypress, and Spring?

Chivalry Behavioral & Autism Therapy provides in-home ABA therapy throughout Katy, Cypress, Spring, Tomball, and Houston. In-home sessions let your child learn skills in their own environment, and many families combine in-home therapy with center-based sessions.

Where is Chivalry ABA located?

Chivalry Behavioral & Autism Therapy's center is at 9525 Huffmeister Rd, Houston, TX 77095, in northwest Houston near Cypress. We offer both center-based ABA at this location and in-home ABA across the surrounding communities.

What areas does Chivalry ABA serve?

Chivalry serves Houston and the surrounding northwest-Houston communities, including Cypress, Katy, Spring, and Tomball, with both in-home and center-based ABA therapy. Call 832-753-3105 to confirm coverage for your specific neighborhood.

Do you offer center-based (in-clinic) ABA therapy?

Yes. Chivalry offers center-based ABA at its Huffmeister Road clinic in northwest Houston, in-home ABA across the surrounding area, and after-school social skills groups. Many families use more than one.

Young Children & Fit

Do you provide ABA therapy for toddlers or a 3-year-old?

Yes. Chivalry Behavioral & Autism Therapy serves children ages 2 through 18, including toddlers and preschoolers. Early intervention is one of the most effective times to start ABA, and many families call within a few months of a diagnosis — sometimes before the written report arrives.

Is my child the right age for ABA therapy?

Chivalry works with children and teens ages 2 through 18 across a wide range of abilities. If ABA isn't the best fit for your child, we'll tell you and help point you toward a better-matched service or provider.

Is ABA therapy right for my child?

ABA is most often recommended for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and works across a wide range of needs and ages. At Chivalry, every plan is individualized — goals come from your child's everyday life, such as communication, daily-living skills, social skills, and school readiness.

Our Approach

What is ABA therapy, in plain terms?

ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy teaches skills in small, clear steps and tracks progress with data so the plan can adapt to your child. At Chivalry, a BCBA/LBA reviews that data and builds goals around what matters in your child's daily life.

Is Chivalry's ABA play-based and child-led?

Yes. Chivalry uses a modern, child-led, play-based approach built around each child's interests, and never uses aversive techniques. The goal is communication, independence, and helping your child do what they want to do — not making them appear neurotypical.

Who works with my child day to day?

At Chivalry, a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) delivers your child's sessions, ideally the same therapist each time, while a master's-level BCBA/LBA designs the plan, reviews the data, and stays your clinical point of contact.

How many hours of ABA therapy per week will my child need?

It depends on your child's assessment. Chivalry's recommendations generally range from about 10 hours per week up to 30 or more for higher-support needs, and hours are reduced as goals are met.

Logistics

What are your hours?

Chivalry's office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST.

How long does ABA therapy last?

It varies by child — some families stay one to two years, others longer. At Chivalry, therapy hours are reduced as goals are met, and any transition out of ABA is planned together with your family.

Still Have Questions?

Still have a question we didn't cover?

Call us at 832-753-3105 or send a message. Someone on our team will get back to you within one business day.

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