ABA therapy in Aberdeen, South Dakota
Aberdeen, meet Epic Minds
Every new word, every brave first step, every proud moment. Exceptional ABA and autism therapy is here in Aberdeen, and we can't wait to cheer your child on.
- No waiting lists
- A team that stays
- Support all year round
You've waited long enough for help close to home
Epic Minds Therapy brings ABA therapy to families in Aberdeen and across Brown County. We work with your child at home, at school and out in the community, so instead of a 200-mile trip for specialty care, your child gets help right where they live. We handle the insurance, and most families start within 14 days of their first call.
Aberdeen is the heart of northeast South Dakota, with Northern State University, Avera St. Luke's and the kind of small-city community where people look out for each other. What it hasn't had is a long list of ABA providers, so many families have ended up on waitlists or driving hours for help.
The nearest openings were hours away.
Our team comes to your home, so you won't have to plan your whole week around a drive to Sioux Falls or Fargo.
Winter gets in the way.
Northeast South Dakota winters can shut down the roads for days. With therapy at home and telehealth check-ins, your child keeps moving forward when the weather turns.
You want a team that stays.
Each child gets a dedicated RBT, so your child sees the same caring face week after week, and a BCBA reviews the data from every session.
What ABA therapy works on in Aberdeen
Goals are built around your child and your hopes for them. For Aberdeen families, they might include:
Coping with changes in routine.
Snow days, late starts and canceled plans are part of life here, and your child can learn to handle those surprises with less stress.
Communication.
Your child practices asking for help, answering questions and telling you what they want.
Social play.
We help your child join in with classmates, cousins and neighborhood kids, so playtime feels more fun and less overwhelming.
Self-care.
Dressing, including all those winter layers, plus toileting and mealtime skills.
Behavior.
We work to understand what sets off the hard moments and teach your child safer, calmer ways to get through them.
ABA therapy services in Aberdeen
In-home ABA therapy.
We come to your home in Aberdeen and nearby towns and build sessions around your family's day.
School-based ABA therapy.
With the school's approval, we coordinate with the Aberdeen School District or your child's rural district, and we're happy to join you at IEP meetings.
Parent training.
You'll learn the strategies your child's RBT uses, so practice carries on all week and you feel more sure of yourself in the tough moments.
Community-based ABA.
Your child builds skills in the places your family already loves, like Wylie Park and Storybook Land or the grocery store.
Telehealth support.
Video coaching and check-ins come in especially handy when winter weather keeps everyone home.
How to start ABA therapy in Aberdeen
Getting started, one easy step at a time
01Reach out.
02Diagnosis.
03Insurance.
04Assessment.
05Therapy begins.
ABA therapy insurance in Aberdeen
We'll take care of the coverage questions
South Dakota Medicaid and CHIP. Both cover ABA for eligible children with an autism diagnosis, based on medical necessity and prior authorization.
Avera, Sanford and Wellmark. We accept Avera Health Plans, Sanford Health Plan and Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield, along with Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and most other major plans.
Self-funded employer plans. These follow federal rules instead of South Dakota's autism mandate, so we check each one individually and let you know what to expect.
Prior authorization and renewals. We request the authorization and keep track of every renewal, so your child's coverage doesn't lapse.
Aberdeen schools, hospitals and autism resources
- Aberdeen School District. Special education services and IEPs for students across Aberdeen.
- Avera St. Luke's Hospital. Aberdeen's regional hospital, with pediatric care close to home.
- Northern State University. The local university that gives Aberdeen its college-town feel.
- South Dakota Parent Connection. Statewide help for families of children with disabilities, by phone and online.
- Under age 3. For children younger than three, start with South Dakota Birth to Three at 800-305-3064.
What families say about Epic Minds
A note from one of our families
"Epic Minds Therapy has been incredible for our family. The therapists are caring, professional, and truly invested in our child's progress. We've seen amazing improvements."
Honest answers for parents like you
Do I have to drive to Sioux Falls for ABA?
No. We provide ABA in Aberdeen and nearby towns, at home, at school or by telehealth.
What happens during a blizzard?
Your family's safety comes first, so we'll reschedule once the roads are clear. Telehealth can keep parent coaching going in the meantime.
Do you accept Avera Health Plans?
Yes, along with Sanford Health Plan, Wellmark, South Dakota Medicaid and most other major insurers.
Can you work with my child's school?
Yes. With the school's approval, we coordinate with your child's teachers and special education staff.
Other South Dakota locations we serve
Southeast of Aberdeen in the Glacial Lakes region.
Home to South Dakota State University.
South Dakota's largest city.
Western South Dakota's largest city.
Let's take the first step together
We'd be so glad to hear from you, whenever you're ready.