Compassionate ABA Therapy & Early Intervention for Young Children
Play-based ABA support for young children with developmental needs and their families
First Steps Developmental Services supports children and families through individualized, play-based care that builds lifelong skills. We serve children and families with warmth, evidence-based care, and respect for neurodiversity.
About First Steps
We are a team of dedicated clinicians and professionals committed to supporting young children with developmental delays and autism, and the families who care for them. Through play-based, individualized support, we work alongside families to help children build skills, confidence, and meaningful connections.
What We Do
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Center-Based ABA Therapy for Young Children
We provide individualized, play-based ABA therapy in a center-based setting, for both full- and half-day sessions. First Steps focuses on supporting children in developing communication, social, and daily living skills. Programs are tailored to each child’s needs and delivered in a structured, supportive environment designed for early learning and growth.
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Family & Caregiver Support
Families are supported through collaboration, coaching, and clear communication throughout their child’s journey. We work closely with caregivers to promote consistency, shared understanding, and meaningful progress across everyday routines.
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Assessments & Consultation
We offer developmental assessments and consultation to help guide individualized support planning. Our team collaborates with families, schools, daycares, and community providers to ensure services are aligned and responsive to each child’s needs.
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Public School and Day Care Consultation and Training
First Steps partners with public schools and preschools to provide practical consultation and training grounded in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). We help educators understand behavior as communication and implement proactive, effective strategies that support diverse learners and positive classroom environments.
Support for Families
Supporting a child’s development is a journey, and families are an essential part of that process. We offer guidance, education, and resources to help parents feel informed, supported, and confident both in and beyond the center.
Families can learn more about:
Caregiver & Parent Coaching
Educational Workshops & Training
Insurance and support resources
Accepting these insurances now!
Frequently Asked Questions
As caregivers and practitioners, we understand how overwhelming it can be when your child receives an autism diagnosis or isn’t meeting developmental milestones. That’s why we believe in providing the whole family with support, encouragement, information, and direction and are grateful to be able to provide this help to families in Woburn, and the surrounding Middlesex, Essex, and Suffolk county communities.
These are some of the most commonly asked questions we hear during initial consultations. If you have a question not listed, please don’t hesitate to reach out!
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Our team of dedicated professionals uses evidence-based ABA therapy to partner with families in delivering individualized, best-in-class services that help each child reach their fullest potential.
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Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention (EIBI) is a specialized, evidence-based form of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) designed for young children—typically under age 5—diagnosed with autism or related developmental delays. It focuses on building foundational skills (communication, social interaction, daily living) through highly structured, one-on-one teaching.
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Parent/caregiver training is a key part of EIBI. You’ll learn strategies to support your child’s learning at home, help generalize skills, and manage challenging behaviors in everyday life.
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In Massachusetts, insurance companies are required to cover ABA, including EIBI, for children with an autism diagnosis (per state autism insurance laws). Coverage varies, so verification is essential. We are currently in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Tufts, Harvard Pilgrim, Carelon, Aetna, and Cigna, with United Healthcare in process.
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First Steps offers to families developmental assessments to provide a comprehensive look at your child’s strengths and areas for growth across communication, social skills, play, motor abilities, and daily living skills. Using standardized tools and observation, we create a clear picture of your child’s current developmental stage. Contact us for more information.
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First Steps Developmental Services is a center-based ABA therapy provider. located in Woburn, MA, that parents and caregivers can rest assured that their child is in a calm, safe, and engaging educational environment. First Steps focuses on child-led play-based learning to meet the child where they are and allow them to flourish at their pace.
It all starts with a single step.
Our team is here to support your child and your family every step of the way