ABA Therapy in Honolulu, HI

Last updated: April 17, 2026

392 NPI-registered pediatric ABA therapy providers serve Honolulu, HI. Each listing includes the provider's name, location, specialties, listed credentials, and current new-patient status, with a link to the full profile and to verify the provider in the official BACB registry. Listings refreshed from the NPPES registry April 2026.

392 providers in Honolulu — showing 50 per page (page 5 of 8)

How we vet: Every listing starts from the provider's federal CMS NPI record and is refreshed from the registry on a recurring schedule, with direct links to the certification or state-licensing body for its specialty so you can verify credentials at the source. We do not accept paid placement. Read our full verification methodology.

ABA Therapy in Honolulu, HI

Finding an ABA provider for your child on Oʻahu means sorting through a few practical questions at once: which clinics are accepting new keiki, whether they take your insurance, and whether sessions run in-clinic, in-home, or at school. FindKidTherapy lists pediatric ABA providers across Honolulu and the wider City & County of Honolulu — from smaller practices in Kaimukī, Mānoa, and Kakaʻako to larger multidisciplinary groups near Kapiʻolani Medical Center for Women & Children.

Honolulu's ABA market is shaped by a statewide shortage of board-certified behavior analysts (BCBAs), so waitlists are commonly reported as longer here than for speech or occupational therapy, and they vary widely by clinic and by where you live on the island. Families in ʻAiea, Pearl City, and central Oʻahu sometimes travel into town for an opening.

Most programs begin with an intake and an assessment before any therapy hours are authorized. If your child is under three, you can often start the referral process through Hawaii's Early Intervention Section rather than waiting on a private ABA list.

Below you'll find the ABA providers currently active in Honolulu. First, here's what local parents tell us they wish they'd known before their first call.

What to expect

The first appointment is an intake and assessment, not therapy hours — the team gathers history and paperwork before an authorization is requested. Bring your child's diagnosis documentation, any pediatrician referral, and any existing IFSP or IEP.

Insurance

Hawaii Med-QUEST (QUEST Integration) covers medically necessary ABA for eligible keiki. Commercial plans in Hawaii are subject to the state autism-coverage mandate (Act 235 / "Luke's Law," 2015). Common QUEST Integration plans include AlohaCare, HMSA, Kaiser Permanente, ʻOhana Health Plan, and UnitedHealthcare Community Plan; commercial plans (HMSA, Kaiser, UHC) typically require an autism diagnosis and prior authorization before hours begin. Verify your specific plan before intake.

Typical wait times (reported, 2026 · varies)

teletherapy/assessment-first practices are commonly reported at 2–5 weeks to intake; solo and small clinics 4–10 weeks; larger and hospital-affiliated programs longer. The local BCBA shortage means these vary a lot by clinic and by island location.

Start sooner if under 3

Hawaii Early Intervention Section (Part C), reached through the statewide H-KISS referral line at 1-800-235-5477. Evaluation and the initial IFSP meeting are generally held within 45 days of referral — often faster than a private waitlist.

Frequently asked questions — ABA Therapy in Honolulu, HI

How long is the wait for ABA therapy in Honolulu?

It varies widely and is best confirmed with each clinic. Because Oʻahu has a reported shortage of board-certified behavior analysts, ABA waitlists in Honolulu are typically longer than for speech or occupational therapy — commonly reported at a few weeks to intake for assessment-first practices and longer for larger or hospital-affiliated programs. If your child is under three, Hawaii's Early Intervention Section generally holds an evaluation and initial IFSP meeting within 45 days of referral, which can be a faster starting point.

Does Hawaii Med-QUEST cover ABA therapy?

Yes. Hawaii Med-QUEST (QUEST Integration) covers medically necessary ABA for eligible keiki. Common QUEST Integration plans include AlohaCare, HMSA, Kaiser Permanente, ʻOhana Health Plan, and UnitedHealthcare Community Plan. Coverage typically requires an autism diagnosis and prior authorization before therapy hours are approved. Confirm the details with your plan and the provider before intake.

Does private insurance cover ABA in Hawaii?

Commercial health plans in Hawaii are subject to the state autism-coverage mandate known as Act 235, or 'Luke's Law,' enacted in 2015. Plans such as HMSA, Kaiser Permanente, and UnitedHealthcare commonly cover ABA when there is an autism diagnosis and prior authorization on file. Benefit specifics, age limits, and authorization steps vary by plan, so verify your policy before your first appointment.

Do ABA providers in Honolulu offer in-home or in-clinic services?

Both are offered in the Honolulu area, and the mix varies by provider. Some practices deliver services in a clinic near Kapiʻolani Medical Center or in neighborhoods like Kaimukī and Kakaʻako, while others provide in-home or school-based sessions across Oʻahu. Ask each provider which settings they serve and whether they cover your part of the island.

What happens at the first ABA appointment?

The first appointment is an intake and assessment rather than therapy hours. The team reviews your child's history and paperwork so an authorization can be requested from your insurer. Bring the diagnosis documentation, any pediatrician referral, and any existing IFSP or IEP to help the process move along.

My child is under three — can we start sooner?

Yes. Children under three can be referred to Hawaii's Early Intervention Section (Part C) through the statewide H-KISS line at 1-800-235-5477. Evaluation and the initial IFSP meeting are generally held within 45 days of referral, which is often faster than a private ABA waitlist.

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50 ABA Therapists in Honolulu

Karly Tipton

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Frequently asked questions — ABA Therapy in Honolulu, HI

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50 ABA Therapists in Honolulu

Karly Tipton

Kassandra Engfer, EdD

Katherine Castle

Kathleen Kilby

Kathleen Mcleod, BCBA, LCSW

Kathryn Izumi

Kathryn Jackson

Kayla Palisbo

Kaysha-Ann Mayol

Keijiro Hayashi

Keisha Marcelino

Kelley Quach

Kelly Carollo, BCBA

Kelly Parker

Kelly Quitevis

Kelsey Larsh

Kelsie Dela Cruz

Kendra Smith

Kendyl Oshiro

Kennedy Spencer, BCBA, MA, LBA

Kerrie Robinson

Kiani Ballao, RBT, BCBA

Kimberly Oshiro, BCBA

Kimmer Horsen, RBT

Kirk Nakaki

Kristen Holdaas, BCBA

Kristen Okano-Dalere

Kristen Solomon, BCBA

Kristina Subiono

Kristin Ho

Kui Wedemeyer

Kylie Teramoto, MSW, LSW, BCBA, LBA

Lacey Phillips

Lara Honeywood, Behavior Analyst

Lariza Duncan

Laura Simons, BCBA, LBA

Laura Stirling

Lauren Hirano

Lauren Kapp, BCBA

Lawrence Kim

Leah Rosado

Leia Reynolds

Liane Chu

Lina Rosa, Ms Ed, BCBA, LBA

Lindsay Mcneil, M.S., BCBA, LABA

Lorinda Moreno, BCBA

Lukas Hughes

Lydia Bjugstad

Lysa Kama-Carr

Maddisen Domingo, BCBA

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