Who We Are
ABA at Applied Behavior Institute
At ABI, our mission is to improve the quality of life of all who we serve. We embrace a culture of inclusivity and continuously work to hire, train, and develop a team that shares in our commitment to make positive impacts in our ABA community.
ABI clinicians use data-driven methods to deliver treatment that is effective, culturally sensitive, and responsive to the unique and evolving needs of every learner. We use the principles of ABA to work with people of all ages, developmental differences and community backgrounds to acquire vital living skills and gain independence. We currently have six centers in Allston, Bedford, Franklin, Lowell, Methuen, and Worcester.
We measure success by helping individuals achieve personal self-sufficiency.
We strive to apply our passion for science to change lives.
We invite you to come see why ABI is different.
What We Offer
Our ABA Services
Families
We offer ABA services in the home, community and our centers to support individuals with ASD and their families. Every case is assigned a supervising BCBA clinician to oversee assessment and implement treatment. We offer ABA services in the home, community and our centers to support individuals with ASD and their families.
Schools
Through precise evaluation and consultation with schools and districts, ABI designs, builds, and maintains fireproof ABA programs, with the mindset that “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”.
Home & Community
Successful in-home & community-based treatment is the primary focus of our ABA programs. Every program is custom tailored to meet the unique needs, developmental profiles, age and cultural background of our clients.
Center-Based
Center-based services enhance the acquisition of vital living skills that are applied across a variety of natural environments such as the home, recreational center, public transportation, library, grocery store, etc.
Where You Start
Getting Started With ABI
Complete Intake Form
Go online and fill out and complete the intake form that we provided to see how we can help your child thrive.
Free Assessment
Once we confirm insurance, we’ll get to know your family to develop a personalized treatment plan.
Start the Journey
We’ll match your child with our top specialists, who will start treatment and work toward your child’s goals.
Got a Question?
Frequently Asked Questions
We currently provide services across several key regions in Massachusetts and parts of New Hampshire and Rhode Island. Our reach includes communities in the Merrimack Valley, Worcester County, the North Shore, and the Greater Boston area. With our centers in locations like Allston, Bedford, Franklin, Lowell, Methuen, and Worcester, we are able to support families throughout a significant portion of the state.
Our philosophy is built on the belief that therapy should be a positive and affirming experience for every child. It also means respecting the parent’s wishes and priorities. Compassionate Care at ABI means leading with empathy, respecting the child’s autonomy, and prioritizing their emotional well-being over simple compliance. We utilize “Assent-Based” practices, meaning we constantly monitor the child’s engagement and willingness to participate, ensuring a respectful and dignity-focused therapeutic relationship.
Families choose ABI because of our intentional, clinician-led culture. Unlike large national corporations, we focus on a mentorship-driven model that ensures our staff are highly trained and personally invested in every child’s success. We prioritize the quality of our clinical oversight and the compassion of our care, creating a supportive community that feels like a partnership rather than just a service.
