In-Home ABA Therapy in Des Moines, Iowa
Des Moines is a big, busy city, and the last thing an overwhelmed parent needs is one more place to drive. Tall Grass ABA brings therapy to you instead, meeting your child right where they're most comfortable: at home, in the neighborhood you already know.
Therapy that comes to you in Des Moines
Greater Des Moines sprawls in every direction, from the historic bungalows of Beaverdale and the lofts of the East Village to the fast-growing suburbs of West Des Moines, Urbandale, and Johnston. With I-235 and I-35 carving up the metro, a cross-town drive to a clinic can eat up an hour you don't have. In-home ABA erases that drive entirely.
For a child with autism, that matters more than convenience alone. Skills learned at the kitchen table, in the living room, and during everyday routines tend to stick, because we're teaching them in the very place your child will use them. Our therapists handle the commute so your family doesn't have to.
Whether you're near Gray's Lake, out in Ingersoll Park, or settled into a newer development in Ankeny or Waukee, our team can reach you. Central Iowa is spread out, and that's exactly the kind of geography in-home therapy was made for.
Neighborhoods we cover in Des Moines
Beaverdale
Tree-lined neighborhood known for brick Tudors
East Village
Walkable district just east of the Capitol
Sherman Hill
Historic homes near downtown
Ingersoll / Woodland Heights
Central corridor of established family homes
West Des Moines
Major suburb on the metro's west side
Johnston
Growing family suburb to the northwest
ABA services available in Des Moines
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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines-area families — from diagnosis to everyday support.
Blank Children's Developmental Center (UnityPoint Health)
UnityPoint's Blank Children's Hospital offers developmental and psychological evaluations for autism, with a team of developmental pediatricians and pediatric psychologists. A primary diagnostic option for Central Iowa families.
ChildServe (Johnston & Des Moines)
ChildServe is a Central Iowa institution providing pediatric therapy, an autism day program, and a diagnostic clinic. A great resource for evaluations and services that complement in-home ABA.
Heartland Area Education Agency (AEA)
Heartland AEA serves Polk County and much of Central Iowa, supporting Early ACCESS for young children and special education across local districts. A key resource for school-age children with autism.
Des Moines Public Schools
Iowa's largest district provides special education, IEPs, and early-childhood programs. We coordinate with school teams so home and classroom goals reinforce one another.
Science Center of Iowa
A hands-on science museum downtown with interactive exhibits and a domed theater. A fun, engaging outing where kids can explore and practice social skills at their own pace.
ABA Therapy in Des Moines — Common Questions
Local answers for local families. If yours isn't here, just call or text.
Yes. We serve Des Moines proper along with West Des Moines, Urbandale, Johnston, Ankeny, Altoona, and the surrounding Polk County communities. Not sure about your address? Call (319) 319-9770 and we'll confirm in minutes.
Blank Children's Developmental Center through UnityPoint and ChildServe both offer diagnostic evaluations here in Central Iowa. Once your child has a diagnosis, we'll handle insurance verification and get the intake process moving.
We're glad to. With your consent, we coordinate with your child's school team and Heartland AEA so the skills we build at home support their IEP goals. A consistent approach across settings helps kids thrive.
It depends on the child, but home has real advantages: your child learns in their natural environment, there's no stressful commute, and we can target the routines that matter most to your family, like mealtimes, bedtime, and play with siblings. We're happy to talk through what fits your situation.
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'll verify your benefits before anything 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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