ABA Autism Therapy for Young Children in Chicago & Wheaton

At Blue Bird Day, we provide relationship-based ABA Autism Therapy integrated with Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Feeding Therapy, and Social & Emotional Counseling to help children build communication, independence, play, social, and school-readiness skills. Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based autism treatment strategy used to increase socially-appropriate behaviors.

How ABA Autism Therapy is Different At Blue Bird Day:

  • ABA Autism Therapy is one of our many therapy options but not required to participate in our program.
  • We do not require 40 hours a week of ABA Autism Therapy but instead individualize it to the child’s need.
  • Our BCBAs and Behavior Technicians work side-by-side with your child’s team of therapists ensuring a multidisciplinary approach.

Is ABA Right for Your Child?

ABA therapy may help if your child is working on:

  • Communication and requesting needs
  • Reducing challenging behaviors
  • Following routines and transitions
  • Play and social interaction
  • Self-help and daily living skills
  • School readiness and group participation
  • Generalizing skills across people, places, and activities

ABA Therapy is Not One-Size-Fits-All.

At Blue Bird Day our ABA team uses a relationship-based approach and work collaboratively across all therapeutic disciplines to create the most individualized treatment plans in the best interest of the child. That means no 40- hour requirement and ABA autism therapy that meets your child where they are. 

ABA autism therapy can be performed in individual or group treatment sessions throughout the scheduled day. 

Why Families Choose Blue Bird Day for ABA Therapy

  • Care plans developed and supervised by on-site Board Certified Behavior Analysts
  • Direct support from Registered Behavior Technicians
  • Relationship-based, play-centered ABA strategies
  • Integrated therapeutic preschool and kindergarten environment
  • Three Locations in Chicago and Wheaton
  • Parent interviews, assessments, and individualized treatment goals

Who Makes Up the ABA Therapy Team?

Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) 

Blue Bird Day’s Behavior Analysts play a key role on the team as they oversee the instruction programs and behavior management protocols. They are responsible for conducting assessments, creating individualized treatment plans, caregiver training, data analysis, protocol modifications, and provide collaboration within the therapeutic disciplines and the families.

Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT) 

Blue Bird Day’s Behavior Therapists are an important part of the team as they are primarily responsible for the direct implementation of behavior analytic services that are written by the BCBA. They adhere to the principles of ABA therapy within group and individual treatment sessions and work closely under the supervision of the Behavior Analysts.

“Blue Bird Day has been life-changing for our family. Our child went from struggling to communicate their needs to confidently using words, following routines, and enjoying everyday activities. The therapists truly cared about our child’s success and treated our whole family with compassion. We finally felt hopeful.”

-Blue Bird Day Parent Google Review

 

What Makes Blue Bird Day Different

Most therapy programs provide support in short, separate sessions.

At Blue Bird Day, therapy is integrated into every part of your child’s day.

Our difference:

Integrated Therapy Model
Your child receives ABA Autism Therapy, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Social Work/Counseling and Developmental Therapy throughout the day — not just 30–60 minute session once a week and no 40-hour requirements.

School-Like Environment
Children follow a structured daily schedule that mirrors a classroom, helping them prepare for real school settings.

Multidisciplinary Team
A full team collaborates on your child’s care plan — not just one therapist working in isolation.

Focus on Real-Life Skills
We help children apply skills in social, group, and routine-based settings — where progress matters most.

How our ABA Autism Program Works

Each child receives a personalized plan based on their needs.

A typical day may include:

  • Group learning activities
  • Individual therapy sessions
  • Social skill development
  • Play-based learning
  • Structured routines and transitions

Our goal is to help children build the skills they need to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

Led by Experts in Pediatric Autism Therapy

Blue Bird Day was founded by a licensed occupational therapist with a deep understanding of early childhood development and sensory processing.

Our team includes:

  • Speech-Language Pathologists
  • Occupational Therapists
  • Physical Therapists
  • Social Workers/Licensed Professional Counselors
  • Developmental Therapists
  • Nutritionists
  • Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs)
  • Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs)
  • Therapeutic Assistants

Your child benefits from a collaborative, team-based approach designed to support the whole child.

“Within months of starting ABA therapy at Blue Bird Day, we saw remarkable improvements in communication, social skills, and independence. Our child is happier, more confident, and excited to learn every day.”

-Blue Bird Day Parent Google Review