Behavior Frontiers - Bakersfield ABA Therapy Center

Absolutely - and we highly recommend it! There's nothing quite like seeing our centers in person. From the moment you walk in, you'll feel the warmth, hear the laughter, and see firsthand the vibrant, engaging environment your child will be spending their days in. Contact us to schedule a visit - we'd love to meet your family and show you around. 

Yes, upon enrollment, families may complete an Approved Caregiver Form listing everyone authorized for drop-off and pick-up, whether it's a one-time arrangement or an ongoing one.

Yes, we accept most major commercial insurance and Medicaid plans, with partnerships with over 125 providers nationwide. Our team can help verify your benefits and guide you through the process from start to finish, so you can focus on what matters most: your child.

The main differences are the setting, the focus on early intervention, and the opportunity to build social skills alongside same-age peers. Our center-based ABA therapy programs are designed for early learners under age 6 and take place in one of our dedicated clinic locations, with full-day, Monday-Friday schedules and specialized resources like sensory materials and toys readily available. Our in-home ABA therapy programs are for children, teens, and young adults 25 or under and take place in the child’s home. Both center-based and in-home ABA deliver the same high-quality care with a dedicated behavior technician and BCBA supervision - just in different environments. Contact us today, and we’ll help guide you toward the setting that's the right fit for your child.

Your care team will check in at pick-up every day, share real-time progress through PrioraCare™, and meet with you regularly so you're always informed and involved. Parents and caregivers are also required to participate in two family guidance training sessions per month - typically scheduled during the first or last hour of your child's therapy day - to ensure strategies are aligned between home and center and your child's progress continues beyond the center.

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Yes! Our center-based ABA programs are full-day and run Monday through Friday (similar to a preschool or daycare format), providing the consistent, intensive support that gives early learners the strongest possible foundation for school, daily life, and beyond. Contact us to get started today.

Our center hours vary by location. Find a location near you to see specific hours and learn more.

Each day follows a play-based, semi-structured routine that rotates across 1:1 therapy time, play, and group learning time, including activities like arts & crafts, gym, circle time, and guided peer play - all designed to help your child build the foundational skills they need to integrate seamlessly into school and daily life. Contact us to learn more.

Our team is trained to respond to challenging moments with patience and evidence-based strategies, turning difficulties into real learning opportunities rather than setbacks. Your child's behavior technician and BCBA will work together in the moment to help them regulate, and if needed, your child can also take a break in a calm, comfortable space. Any patterns we see are used to refine your child's plan going forward, and you'll always be kept in the loop: our team debriefs with you at the end of every session, so you know exactly what happened and how it was handled, as well as how you can support at home.

Every child has their own designated behavior technician with them throughout the day, providing true 1:1 support at all times. Multiple BCBAs are also on-site supervising care, so your child always has both dedicated, hands-on attention and clinical oversight.

Much like school, we encourage families to send their child with everything needed to be comfortable throughout the day: lunch and snacks, diapers (if applicable), wipes, a change of clothes, and any approved comfort items discussed with your clinical team. We recommend packing a daily supply of these items in your child's backpack, plus one backup set of clothing, diapers, and wipes to stay at the center. Each child has their own designated cubby for their belongings.

Yes! One of the main benefits of center-based therapy is the opportunity for peer interaction. We carefully support social development through guided group activities and learning with other children.