In-Home ABA Therapy in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Cedar Rapids is home for us. Tall Grass ABA was founded right here, and there's nothing we love more than bringing in-home ABA therapy to families across our own city. When we say we know your kid by name and not a case number, we mean it the way only neighbors can.
Therapy that comes to you in Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids spreads out across both banks of the Cedar River, from the close-knit streets of Wellington Heights and Mound View to the newer subdivisions stretching toward Marion and Hiawatha. That spread is exactly why coming to your home makes so much sense. Instead of asking you to load your child into the car and fight your way across the river to a clinic during the I-380 rush, we come to your kitchen table.
Our therapists already know the quadrants by heart, so whether you're off Mount Vernon Road SE, out near Kenwood Park, or tucked into a quiet cul-de-sac on the northwest side, getting to you is no trouble at all. For a child with autism, learning happens best in the place they feel safest, and for most kids that's home, surrounded by their own toys, their own routines, and the people they trust.
Being based in Cedar Rapids also means we can move quickly. There's no long drive standing between your family and the start of therapy, and our local roots mean we understand the schools, the seasons, and the rhythm of life here in a way an out-of-town agency simply can't.
Neighborhoods we cover in Cedar Rapids
NewBo & Czech Village
Riverside district near the historic core
Wellington Heights
Established neighborhood just east of downtown
Kenwood Park
Family-friendly northeast-side area with a big park
Mount Vernon Road SE
Long southeast corridor of family homes
Marion
Growing suburb on the city's east edge
Hiawatha
Quiet community just north of the city
ABA services available in Cedar Rapids
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 Cedar Rapids 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 Cedar Rapids-area families — from diagnosis to everyday support.
Tanager (Estle Center), Cedar Rapids
A long-standing Cedar Rapids nonprofit (formerly Tanager Place) offering ABA, child psychiatry, psychological assessment, and behavioral health services for kids across Eastern Iowa.
ChildServe, Cedar Rapids area
ChildServe runs pediatric therapy and an autism day program in the Cedar Rapids area (Hiawatha). A helpful resource for families looking for services that complement in-home ABA.
Grant Wood Area Education Agency (AEA)
Grant Wood AEA supports children, families, and schools across the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City region, including Early ACCESS for kids under three and special education services through the public schools.
Cedar Rapids Community School District
The local district provides IEPs, special education, and early-childhood supports. We're happy to coordinate so your child's home ABA program and school goals point in the same direction.
Indian Creek Nature Center
A beautiful Cedar Rapids nature center with trails, gardens, and family programs. A calm, sensory-friendly spot to get outside and practice new skills in a low-pressure setting.
ABA Therapy in Cedar Rapids — Common Questions
Local answers for local families. If yours isn't here, just call or text.
Yes. Cedar Rapids is our home base, and it's where Tall Grass ABA got its start. Because we're local, there's no long drive between your family and the start of services, and our team genuinely knows the community we serve.
We do. We regularly work with families in Marion, Hiawatha, Robins, and the surrounding Linn County communities. If you're not sure whether your address is in our area, just give us a call at (319) 319-9770 and we'll let you know right away.
For a formal diagnosis, the University of Iowa's Center for Disabilities and Development in nearby Iowa City is a well-known statewide option, and Tanager in Cedar Rapids offers psychological assessment and behavioral health services. Once you have a diagnosis, we can begin the insurance and intake process.
Absolutely. With your permission, we coordinate with your child's school team and Grant Wood AEA so the goals we target at home line up with what's happening at school. Consistency between settings helps kids make faster, steadier progress.
Because this is our home turf, we can often get rolling quickly. Once we've verified your insurance and completed an assessment with a BCBA, we build your child's individualized plan and schedule sessions around your family's routine. Call (319) 319-9770 to get started.
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- Most Iowa families pay little or nothing out of pocket
- Flexible scheduling — weekends, after school, you name it
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