In-Home ABA Therapy in Ames, Iowa
Ames is a community that values learning, and so do we. Tall Grass ABA brings BCBA-supervised in-home ABA therapy right to your family's door, so your child can build new skills in the place they feel most at ease: home.
Therapy that comes to you in Ames
Ames is shaped by Iowa State University, with the lively Campustown district near the heart of campus and established neighborhoods like Old Town and Somerset spreading out around it. Though it's a compact, manageable city, juggling a regular clinic appointment alongside school, work, and everything else can still be a stretch for busy families. In-home therapy lifts that weight by bringing care to you.
There's real value in learning at home for a child with autism. Familiar rooms and routines help reduce anxiety, and our therapists can target the everyday skills that matter most to your family, from mealtime to bedtime. No commute, no waiting room, just consistent support where your child feels safe.
From Old Town near downtown to the newer subdivisions on the south and west sides, and out into nearby Gilbert, Huxley, and Nevada, our team reaches families across Story County. We're glad to serve this welcoming pocket of Central Iowa.
Neighborhoods we cover in Ames
Campustown
Bustling district beside Iowa State
Old Town
Historic neighborhood north of downtown
Somerset
Newer walkable development on the north side
South Ames
Established residential area south of campus
Northridge / Northwest Ames
Family subdivisions on the city's edge
Gilbert
Small town just north of Ames
ABA services available in Ames
Every service is BCBA-designed and delivered one-on-one, right in your home.
In-Home ABA Therapy
One-on-one ABA delivered right in your living room, where your child is most at ease.
Learn moreEarly Intervention ABA
Focused early ABA for toddlers and young kids, when small steps make the biggest difference.
Learn moreSocial Skills Training
Helping kids learn to share, take turns, and connect with friends through everyday practice.
Learn moreVerbal Behavior Therapy
A focused ABA approach that builds real, useful language — from first words to conversation.
Learn moreParent & Caregiver Training
We hand you the strategies that work, so progress keeps going long after we leave.
Learn moreSchool Readiness Programs
Building the routines, focus, and group skills that help kids start school with confidence.
Learn moreTelehealth ABA Services
BCBA-guided ABA support over secure video — flexible care that reaches every corner of Iowa.
Learn moreFunctional Behavior Assessment
The detective work that uncovers why a behavior happens — before we build any plan.
Learn moreIn-School ABA Therapy
ABA support in your child's classroom, working hand in hand with their school and IEP team.
Learn moreAdolescent & Teen ABA
ABA that grows up with your child — independence, social confidence, and life skills for teens.
Learn moreBehavior Reduction & Support
Compassionate, skill-building support that reduces challenging behavior by teaching what to do instead.
Learn moreFunctional Communication Training
Giving kids a clear way to express needs, so frustration and challenging behavior have an off-ramp.
Learn moreMost Ames Families Pay Little to Nothing Out of Pocket
We verify your benefits before therapy starts and handle the paperwork. We're in-network with Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and work with other commercial plans (with Iowa Medicaid coming soon) — and we'll tell you exactly what you'll owe up front.
Local resources we know well
Helpful places for Ames-area families — from diagnosis to everyday support.
ChildServe, Ames
ChildServe runs an Ames location offering pediatric therapy and an autism day program. A convenient local resource for care that complements in-home ABA.
Heartland Area Education Agency (AEA)
Heartland AEA serves Story County schools and families across Central Iowa, supporting Early ACCESS for young children and special education. A key resource for school-age children with autism.
Ames Community School District
The local district provides IEPs, special education, and early-childhood programs. We coordinate with your child's school team so home ABA goals and classroom goals reinforce one another.
ASK Resource Center
ASK is Iowa's statewide Parent Training and Information center, offering free help to families navigating IEPs, disability services, and special education. A valuable, no-cost resource for Ames parents.
Reiman Gardens (Iowa State University)
A 17-acre public botanical garden on the ISU campus, complete with an indoor butterfly wing. A calm, beautiful spot for families to explore together and practice new skills at a gentle pace.
ABA Therapy in Ames — Common Questions
Local answers for local families. If yours isn't here, just call or text.
Yes. We work with families in Ames along with Nevada, Huxley, Gilbert, and nearby communities. If you'd like us to confirm whether we reach your address, just call (319) 319-9770.
ChildServe operates an Ames location offering pediatric therapy and an autism day program, and it's a helpful local resource. For a formal autism diagnosis, many Central Iowa families also use Blank Children's in Des Moines or the University of Iowa in Iowa City. Once you have a diagnosis, we'll begin the intake process.
We're glad to. With your permission, we coordinate with your child's school team and Heartland AEA so the skills we build at home support their IEP goals. Keeping home and school aligned helps children make steadier progress.
It often is. In-home therapy skips the commute entirely and lets your child learn in their natural environment, surrounded by familiar routines. For many children with autism, that comfort makes it easier to build skills that carry over into daily life.
Most Iowa families pay little to nothing out of pocket. We're in-network with Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and work with other commercial plans, with Iowa Medicaid coming soon. We always verify your benefits before therapy begins.
Other Iowa communities we serve
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What happens next?
- Free, no-obligation BCBA consultation
- We verify your insurance before anything starts
- Most Iowa families pay little or nothing out of pocket
- Flexible scheduling — weekends, after school, you name it
- A team that treats your kid like family
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Your information is private and HIPAA-protected. A real person follows up fast — and most Iowa families pay little or nothing out of pocket.
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