Jocelyn Henderson
RBT
Jocelyn Henderson is a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized support to help clients build meaningful skills and reach their full potential.
ABA therapy in Cartersville, GA
Cartersville families, meet Blossom.
In-home ABA therapy, BCBA-designed for your child and delivered at home, no clinic commute, no routine disrupted before therapy even starts. Whether you're in downtown Cartersville, near Lake Allatoona, or across Bartow County, your Blossom therapist comes to you.
- BCBA-supervised
- Medicaid and most major insurance accepted
- Start within 2–4 weeks
Your privacy is our priority. All information shared is strictly confidential and used only for your care.
Why Cartersville families choose Blossom
What Cartersville families can count on
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Blossom serves Bartow County families where they live.
From Cartersville to Emerson to Adairsville, our team comes to you. Families in northwest Georgia shouldn't have to travel an hour for quality ABA therapy.
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The same therapist, every session.
Consistent relationships are the foundation of ABA progress. Blossom limits caseloads so your child builds a strong connection with their therapist and your BCBA can adapt the program in real time.
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Insurance sorted before therapy starts.
Our enrollment team verifies your Georgia Medicaid, PeachCare for Kids, or commercial plan within 24 hours. You'll know exactly what's covered before your child's first session.
ABA therapy services available in Cartersville, GA
Six ways to bring Blossom into your family's life
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In-Home ABA Therapy
Sessions happen at your home, on your schedule. Your child learns in the environment they know best, and skills carry over faster when they're built in the place they're needed.
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Parent Training
Your BCBA works with you, not just your child. Parent training gives you the tools to support your child's goals between sessions, so progress doesn't stop when the therapist leaves.
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Daycare-based ABA
We coordinate with your child's daycare team to integrate therapeutic goals into their existing daily routine, peer learning, transitions, and real-world skill generalization included.
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Weekend ABA Therapy
Weekday scheduling doesn't fit every Cartersville family. Saturday and Sunday sessions are available for families who need flexibility during the work week.
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Community-Based ABA
Skills have to work at the grocery store, the park, and the school pickup line. Community sessions practice those moments in real settings, with real unpredictability, because that's where generalization happens.
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Center-based ABA therapy
Families who prefer a structured clinic setting can access our center-based ABA program. Our Riverdale clinic serves the Cartersville metro area, details below.
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What ABA therapy helps with in Cartersville
The Skills Blossom Builds, One Session At A Time
When communication breaks down, routines fall apart, or emotions take over the day, ABA is designed to address exactly those moments. Every Blossom program is built around your child specifically.
Communication & Connection
- Communication Skills
- Language Acquisition
- Social Skills
- Play Skills
Daily Life & Independence
- Following Directions
- Personal Care Skills
- Toileting
- Transitions
Emotional & Behavioral Growth
- Self-Injurious or Harmful Behaviors
- Flexibility
- Tantrums
- Sensory Processing
Whatever your child is working on, our Cartersville team builds a plan around it — not a generic template, but real progress for your real child.
The Blossom Georgia clinical team
Meet your child's Blossom team
From Bartow County to the communities around Lake Allatoona, our Georgia clinical team delivers ABA therapy that's personal, consistent, and led by experienced clinicians.
Cymbre Brumbeloe
Regional Clinical Director
Cymbre Brumbeloe oversees clinical operations for the Peachtree Corners and Riverdale clinics, including client and staff onboarding. She is dedicated to maintaining high-quality programming across locations and providing ongoing support to clinic teams, with a strong commitment to employee and client satisfaction.
Desiree Mccurty
RBT
Desiree Mccurty is a Registered Behavior Technician currently pursuing her bachelor's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis at Ball State University, with plans to continue growing in the field. She is passionate about supporting children and families by using evidence-based strategies to promote meaningful progress and independence. Desiree is dedicated to learning, collaboration, and making a positive impact through compassionate care.
Theo Reeves
RBT
Theo Reeves is a Registered Behavior Technician for Blossom ABA Therapy with 10 years of experience. His journey started in 2013 when he attended college for an associate's degree in business administration and took his first psychology class, which changed his entire major. A year later, his son was diagnosed with autism, which propelled Theo into ABA therapy. He brings compassion, understanding, and hands-on experience, along with the ability to empathize and sympathize with parents, demonstrating his level of understanding and commitment to the company and the clients he serves.
Ma'Kia Nixon
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Ma'Kia Nixon is a Lead Registered Behavior Technician who is passionate about helping others and creating fun, engaging learning experiences with clients. She is also a student analyst, actively building her skills in the field. Ma'Kia strives to create a supportive, open-minded space where families and clients feel heard, understood, and supported.
Yvette Velazquez
BCBA
As a BCBA serving families across Georgia, Yvette Velazquez provides compassionate ABA services grounded in client autonomy and assent-based care to support meaningful progress in natural environments. She is committed to supporting RBTs through ongoing guidance and collaboration that builds their confidence, skills, and clinical excellence. With a strong focus on ethical, person-centered practice, Yvette fosters trusting relationships with learners and families while promoting lasting independence and meaningful outcomes.
Camori Rhodes
Licensed and Board Certified Behavior Analyst
As a BCBA at Blossom ABA Therapy, Camori Rhodes brings over five years of experience working in the ABA field and about two years of dedicated leadership, with a strong commitment to her clients and providing quality, effective care. Camori's main goal is to ensure the development of her clients through constant collaboration with their care team and to work toward maintaining positive outcomes that ensure lifelong independence.
Rogre Hazle
RBT
Rogre Hazle is a recent graduate with a master's in ABA, currently working as an RBT and completing fieldwork hours at Blossom ABA Therapy. Rogre collaborates closely with caregivers and clients to provide the most effective care and strives to enhance each client's daily life. Rogre stays current on ABA science and research to discuss with BCBA supervisors and fellow RBTs, applying this knowledge to better serve the individuals in their care.
Brianna Ragosta
BCBA
Brianna Ragosta is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) providing telehealth services to support children and families. Her clinical background includes extensive experience delivering services in both school and home settings, where she developed a strong foundation in functional communication, behavior support, and real-life skill building. In addition to her work in applied behavior analysis, Brianna holds a specialized certification as a pediatric sleep coach, allowing her to support families more holistically by recognizing the strong connection between sleep, behavior, and overall child development. She is passionate about creating practical, family-centered interventions that go beyond the session, focusing on building independence, improving communication, and meeting each child where they are while keeping long-term quality of life at the center of care.
ABA therapy insurance in Cartersville, GA
We sort your insurance before day one
We accept the following plans in Georgia, including Georgia Medicaid:
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PeachCare For Kids
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UnitedHealthcare
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Anthem BlueCross BlueShield
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Medicaid (DCH)
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Cigna
Don't see your plan? Call us anyway. We'd rather spend five minutes checking than have you wonder.
How to start ABA therapy in Cartersville, GA
From your first Blossom call to your child's first session
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You reach out
Tell us about your child. No long intake forms before you talk to anyone, just a real conversation about where your family is right now.
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We verify your benefits
We check your coverage, including Georgia Medicaid and PeachCare for Kids, and confirm what to expect before anything begins.
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A BCBA gets to know your child
Not just the diagnosis. Their strengths, their personality, and what makes a hard day hard. That's what the assessment is for.
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Therapy begins, right Cartersville home
On your schedule. Most Cartersville families start within 2 to 4 weeks.
Blossom ABA reviews from Cartersville families
What families say about Blossom
H. & S.R.
Cartersville, GA
"We weren't sure there would be a quality option this far northwest of Atlanta. Blossom came to us, and the therapist they matched our son with has been a great fit since day one."
E. & L.T.
Bartow County
"Our BCBA has been straightforward with us from the beginning, what she's working on, why, and how we can help at home. That transparency has made us feel like real partners in our son's progress."
F.M.
Cartersville, GA
"The in-home option was what made this work for our family. Our daughter does best in her own space, and Blossom understood that from the start."
V. & J.C.
Emerson area
"They handled our insurance before we even started. CareSource can be complicated, and Blossom navigated it without putting that on us."
ABA therapy near me in Cartersville, GA
Your neighborhood is probably on this list
Neighborhoods within
- Downtown Cartersville
- Woodland Hills
- White area
- Kingston area
- Lake Allatoona communities
- Cassville Road corridor
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Autism support resources in Cartersville, GA
You're Not Doing This Alone
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Bartow County Schools, Special Education ↗
Exceptional student education services for children with disabilities, including autism, within the Bartow County School System.
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Georgia Autism Alliance ↗
A statewide network connecting families with autism resources, providers, and community support across Georgia.
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Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities ↗
Advocacy, policy resources, and support for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families across Georgia.
gcdd.org
ABA therapy FAQs for Cartersville families
Before you call, here's what most families ask
Does insurance cover ABA therapy here?
In most cases, yes. Georgia law requires most fully insured commercial plans to cover ABA therapy for children with an autism diagnosis. Georgia Medicaid covers ABA under the EPSDT benefit. We verify your specific plan within 24 hours.
Do you offer in-home therapy and clinic-based therapy?
Yes. In-home ABA is our primary service in Cartersville and the surrounding Bartow County area. We come to you. For families who prefer a clinic setting, our Peachtree Corners location serves the north metro area.
What areas does Blossom cover here?
We serve Cartersville, Emerson, Adairsville, Kingston, and surrounding Bartow County communities. Call us to confirm coverage for your specific area.
How quickly can my child get started?
Most families are in session within 2 to 4 weeks of their first call. We keep waitlists short because delays don't serve children.
Do you accept Georgia Medicaid?
Yes. We accept Georgia Medicaid, PeachCare for Kids, and CareSource. We manage prior authorization directly with your plan.
Can you work with toddlers and young children?
Yes. Early intervention services are available for toddlers and preschool-age children. Earlier intervention leads to better long-term outcomes.
Reach the Blossom Georgia team
- (877) 315-1069
- info@blossomabatherapy.com
- Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm
ABA therapy sessions are delivered in your home, your child's school, or your community, not at our office. Call or fill out the form to connect with our Cartersville team.
Schedule a free consultation