ABA Therapy in Salt Lake City, UT

Last updated: April 17, 2026

282 NPI-registered pediatric ABA therapy providers serve Salt Lake City, UT. 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.

282 providers in Salt Lake City — showing 50 per page (page 5 of 6)

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 Salt Lake City, UT

Choosing an ABA provider for your child in Salt Lake City usually comes down to three practical questions: how soon a spot opens, whether the clinic bills your plan, and whether a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) is on-site supervising the RBTs who do day-to-day sessions. FindKidTherapy lists pediatric ABA providers across Salt Lake County — from center-based programs near Primary Children's Hospital and the University of Utah, to clinics and in-home teams serving Sugar House, Millcreek, Murray, West Valley City, Holladay, and Sandy.

Salt Lake's ABA market is one of the deeper ones in the Mountain West, but availability shifts by setting. Center-based programs with structured hours tend to carry the longest waitlists; in-home and hybrid teams often have shorter ones. Most families are asked for an autism diagnosis before ABA can be authorized, so if you're still in the evaluation stage, that step usually comes first.

A typical start is an intake and assessment, followed by an individualized plan and a recommended weekly hour range that the family and BCBA agree on. Many SLC clinics coordinate ABA alongside speech or occupational therapy when a child is seeing more than one discipline.

Below are the ABA providers currently active in Salt Lake City. First, what local parents tell us they wish they'd known.

What to expect

The first visit is an intake and assessment, not therapy — expect a parent interview, direct observation, and a written plan with an agreed weekly hour range. Most providers ask for an autism diagnosis on file before services are authorized.

Insurance

Utah Medicaid covers medically necessary ABA for eligible children under 21 through the CHEC (Child Health Evaluation and Care) benefit — Utah's name for the federal EPSDT program. Medicaid ACO plans commonly include SelectHealth Community Care, Molina Healthcare of Utah, Healthy U (University of Utah Health Plans), and Health Choice Utah [VERIFY current roster]. Commercial plans in Utah — SelectHealth, Regence BlueCross BlueShield, PEHP, University of Utah Health Plans, Cigna, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare — typically cover ABA with prior authorization under Utah's autism coverage rules. Verify your specific plan before intake.

Typical wait times (reported, varies)

In-home / hybrid teams ~2–6 weeks · center-based programs ~6–14 weeks · hospital-affiliated programs longer during peak intake. Ranges are typically reported by families and vary by hours requested and authorization timing.

Start with early intervention if under 3

Utah's Baby Watch Early Intervention Program (Part C, birth–age 3) can begin services while an autism evaluation is underway. Ask your pediatrician for a Baby Watch referral, or search "Utah Baby Watch" for your regional program [VERIFY statewide referral line]. Federal rules require an IFSP within 45 days of referral.

Frequently asked questions — ABA Therapy in Salt Lake City, UT

Do I need an autism diagnosis before starting ABA in Salt Lake City?

In most cases, yes. Salt Lake City ABA providers and insurers typically require a documented autism diagnosis before ABA services can be authorized. If your child is still being evaluated, that step usually comes first. Families whose child is under three can often begin support through Utah's Baby Watch Early Intervention Program while the diagnostic process is underway.

Does Utah Medicaid cover ABA therapy?

Utah Medicaid covers medically necessary ABA for eligible children under 21 through the CHEC (Child Health Evaluation and Care) benefit, Utah's version of the federal EPSDT program. Coverage is delivered through Medicaid ACO plans that commonly include SelectHealth Community Care, Molina Healthcare of Utah, Healthy U, and Health Choice Utah. Prior authorization is generally required after the initial assessment. Confirm your specific plan before intake.

How long is the wait for ABA therapy in Salt Lake City?

Wait times vary by setting and are typically reported by families. In-home and hybrid teams often start in about 2–6 weeks, while center-based programs commonly run 6–14 weeks. Waits also depend on the number of weekly hours requested and how quickly insurance authorization is completed.

What is the difference between a BCBA and an RBT?

A BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) designs and oversees your child's individualized plan, while an RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) delivers day-to-day sessions under that BCBA's supervision. When comparing Salt Lake City providers, many parents ask about the BCBA-to-child ratio and how often the BCBA directly observes sessions.

Can my child do ABA at home instead of a center in Salt Lake City?

Many Salt Lake City providers offer in-home, center-based, or hybrid ABA. In-home teams often have shorter waitlists, while center-based programs offer more structured hours and peer settings. The right fit depends on your child's needs, your schedule, and what your plan authorizes. The providers listed on this page note their available settings.

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50 ABA Therapists in Salt Lake City

Mckenna Marcum

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ABA Therapy in Salt Lake City, UT

ABA Therapy in Salt Lake City, UT

Frequently asked questions — ABA Therapy in Salt Lake City, UT

Other Therapy Types in Salt Lake City

50 ABA Therapists in Salt Lake City

Mckenna Marcum

Megan Dautel

Megan Piegzik, BCBA

Megha Jain

Melissa Drennen, MA, BCBA

Mellanie Page

Michael Hirschi

Michelle Culley

Mohamed Baayd

Molly Poirier

Nelithza Suamataia, BCBA

Nicholas Bailey

Nicole Neal, BCBA

Niyongabo Aimable

Penny Pearson

Philip Rosell

Rachael Diffrient

Rachal Green

Rachelle Peterson

Rafael Ochoa

Rayl Smith

Rebecca Jackson

Rebecca Sheppard

Rex Ridings, BT

Rita Parsons

Roberta Carrillo Vega, M.S., BCBA

Robert Mulari

Robert Turner

Rochelle Brown

Rohini Carlson

Russell Howarth

Ryan Parker

Rylee Jensen

Samantha Ortiz

Sandee Cramer

Sandra Salazar-Hernandez

Sarah Buchanan

Sarah Cardenas, BCBA

Sarah Holmes

Sarah Mcconkie

Sarah Mckenzie

Sarah Mettenet

Sarah Rivera

Sarah Ta

Sara Malone

Savannah Sivertson

Savannah Talbot

Savannah Wiseman, MD

Scott Graner

Sebastian Sturdevant

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