Blossom ABA Therapy provides compassionate, evidence-based autism care to families across Middle, East, and West Tennessee — right in the comfort of your own home. Whether you're in Nashville, Knoxville, Memphis, or anywhere in between, our expert team is ready to support your child's growth without the long waitlists.
We'll also guide you through the insurance process from day one, so your child can start receiving the superior support they deserve — faster.
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Prefer to talk now? (888) 643-9548Blossom ABA Therapy helps kids with autism enjoy greater happiness, independence, and emotional regulation using scientifically validated methods based on the science of behavior analysis.
From Memphis to Nashville to Knoxville and every community in between, Blossom ABA brings expert, compassionate care to Tennessee families wherever it's needed most. Every program is built around real life: your child's environment, your family's schedule, and the skills that matter most for their growth.
There's no place like home for early learning. Our in-home ABA therapy meets your child where they're most comfortable, delivering personalized one-on-one sessions designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Skills learned in the living room, the kitchen, and the backyard translate directly to everyday life, with flexible scheduling that works for families across West, Middle, and East Tennessee.
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Real progress happens when ABA strategies live beyond the therapy session. Our parent training program gives Tennessee caregivers practical tools to reinforce skills at home, navigate challenging behaviors with confidence, and turn everyday moments into opportunities for growth. You'll feel supported long after our therapist leaves.
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For little ones already in daycare, we bring ABA support directly into the classroom. Our therapists partner with daycare staff across Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, and surrounding Tennessee communities to embed skill-building into your child's daily play and routines. The result? Easier generalization and less stressful drop-offs.
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Hard-working Tennessee families shouldn't have to choose between a paycheck and their child's therapy. Our weekend ABA gives families across the state Saturday and Sunday scheduling options, with the same intensity and consistency as weekday care.
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The earlier ABA begins, the bigger the developmental window. Our early intervention services in Tennessee are designed for children under six, focusing on communication, social engagement, play, and the foundational skills that shape every milestone that follows.
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Real life doesn't happen at a desk. Our community-based ABA takes therapy into the grocery stores, parks, libraries, restaurants, and waiting rooms across Tennessee, wherever your child needs to learn to navigate the world. Generalization is the goal, and the community is the classroom.
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For school-aged children across Tennessee, we collaborate with teachers and IEP teams to deliver ABA support inside the classroom. From smooth transitions to peer interactions and full-day regulation, our BCBAs help bridge therapy goals with what's actually being asked of your child throughout the school day.
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State Director - Tennessee
As the Tennessee State Director for Blossom ABA, Gary brings extensive leadership experience to overseeing operations and strategic growth throughout the state. He is passionate about fostering a culture of professional excellence and ensuring high-quality behavioral services are accessible to families across Tennessee.
BCBA · M.Ed., LBA
Maureen brings nearly a decade of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis and has dedicated her career to empowering individuals across the lifespan. She blends clinical expertise with a compassionate, person-centered approach to help clients achieve meaningful outcomes and greater independence.
TN Regional BCBA · Bachelor's
Taylor is committed to grounding her practice in the ethical foundations of behavior analysis. She works collaboratively with staff and interdisciplinary teams to deliver consistent, high-quality care while empowering families, caregivers, and communities to foster understanding, inclusion, and acceptance.
Lead RBT · RBT Certification
Tori is passionate about supporting clients as they grow, learn, and build meaningful skills. She takes pride in creating fun, supportive environments where clients feel safe while learning and connecting. She is currently pursuing her BCBA and is committed to continued growth in the field.
Administrator · M.S. Psychology
Haley has been practicing as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst since 2021, providing ABA services across home, school, community, and telehealth settings in Tennessee and Georgia. She collaborates closely with families, schools, and RBTs to promote consistent, effective care across environments.
BCBA · M.A.
Genessys has been practicing ABA since 2013 and has been a BCBA since 2016. She has worked with children as young as 2 and as old as 15. She loves to collaborate with parents, teachers, and caregivers to ensure the best possible outcomes for the child and their family.
BCBA · Master's of Science in ABA
Alexandra blends expert clinical knowledge with genuine warmth so every learner feels authentically seen and understood. She embraces creative, unconventional strategies to break through unique challenges and shares those compassionate approaches with families and practitioners.
Behavioral Support Director · BCBA, LBA, MBA
Julia brings five years of ABA experience and leads support through a collaborative, hybrid approach that blends in-person and virtual care. She provides hands-on training for RBTs and mentors other BCBAs on clinical decision-making across the Blossom team.
Kimberly Battinelli
After waiting over 10 years to get ABA in my home in Spring Hill, I finally got connected to Blossom ABA therapy and they have fulfilled my request. I'm very happy with both of the RBT's and the BCBA that they have provided. Although it can be extensive, with a lot of hours at home, it's exactly what my special needs son needed and I'm grateful.
Puhmy
Both the BCBA and the RBT that were paired with my 14 yo Asd with SIB and aggressive behavior,were amazing. So kind, knowledgeable and compassionate. Thank you both (Genessys and Nazie) . Also we want to thank Garry the state manager for TN , you were of great help and support for out family's needs. We greatly recommend Blossom ABA Therapy.
Bonnie
I spent 5 years trying to get Aba therapy for my grandson and I was at my wits end and ready to give up when I Finally found Bossom ABA therapy who immediately sent me the paperwork. I filled it out online, they reviewed it and sent it to his insurance and within weeks receive approval. If you're looking for ABA therapy for your child or grandchild Blossom is the way to go. Thank you Sammi Hyatt. She sent us such a wonderful, compassionate, awesome therapist named Brittany Pardue. If I could give more then 5 stars I absolutely would. My grandson has shown so much improvement on all aspects of his life.
Carmen Campos
A very good team! Jimena has improved a lot in her behavior. The communication with me from Ms. Shila McCord and Ms. Sammi is excellent; they keep me informed about my daughter Jimena's progress. She is much calmer. Some clinics had already rejected my daughter because of her behavior, but Blossom accepted her. I filled out the paperwork, and the process was very quick!
Kodie Ramey
My daughter had a lot of progress working with Blossom her bcba and rbt are amazing.
Asia M.
Blossom is by far the BEST ABA provider that we have ever had. Our BCBA is incredible and our BT is so passionate and consistent. My son is learning so fast and is becoming so independent. Chrisa and Matthew are amazing. I can't thank them enough.
Cedez Word
These sessions have been helping my son tremendously. Highly recommended
We're proud to provide compassionate, in-home ABA therapy to families throughout Tennessee. Explore our services by region to find the support closest to you.
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At Blossom ABA, we craft personalized treatment plans for each child, focusing on one-on-one therapy tailored to their unique needs.
Our one on one ABA therapy sessions are delivered in the familiar comfort of your own home, ensuring a safe and stress-free environment for your child and added convenience for your family. We prioritize flexibility to accommodate your scheduling requirements.
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The Blossom ABA team in Tennessee consists of highly trained therapy experts and administrative staff who will work hand-in-hand with your family to ensure an excellent experience for you and your child.
We invest considerable resources in recruiting great talent and creating a company culture that is rewarding for our employees. That's because we know that happy and satisfied employees will do the best possible work for your family.
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Our process starts with getting to know you and your child, while taking care of the administrative steps necessary to get your insurance plan to approve services. We will be sure to provide you with a clear explanation of what benefits your insurance plan will provide, and what you may have to pay out of pocket.
A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) will assess your child and write a treatment plan. Once you sign off on the treatment plan, we'll get your insurance plan to approve it and authorize services to begin.
Once services are authorized, we'll introduce you to your Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), who will be responsible for implementing the treatment plan on a daily basis during one-on-one therapy sessions with your child. Your BCBA will supervise you RBT, check in with you regularly, provide parent training, and continually update the treatment plan as your child makes progress and accomplishes new milestones.
Research shows, and experience validates, that the earlier you begin services, the easier it will be for your child to make progress.
A highly skilled BCBA will thoroughly evaluate your child's strengths and challenges. By interpreting data gathered from evidence-based assessment tools, the analyst will create a personalized care plan for your child, incorporating meaningful and achievable objectives.
Our compassionate and professional ABA therapists work with your child in the comfort of your home. This familiar and convenient setting helps make the therapy experience comfortable, empowering your child to quickly achieve the goals outlined in the treatment plan.
We are dedicated to fostering success that extends beyond individual therapy sessions. Our team effectively collaborates with your child's educators to integrate therapy goals and promote skill development during school hours.
Our clinicians provide comprehensive diagnostic services using evidence-based assessments to understand your child's unique needs and guide individualized treatment planning.
We encourage parents to actively participate in the therapy process and value their participation and feedback. Our clinicians work closely with parents to ensure success and satisfaction by providing tools for consistency and progress.
We closely monitor and continuously reassess therapy effectiveness to achieve optimal results. Our BCBAs consistently collect data and maintain open communication among all involved parties, ensuring every step towards your child's progress is handled meticulously.
Our all-encompassing ABA therapy services cater to a broad spectrum of challenges. Children with ASD often process information differently and may struggle with social and emotional aspects. Our clinicians engage them in activities to improve adaptive living, communication, play, and safety skills.
We offer flexible weekend ABA therapy to support busy families, ensuring consistent care and continued progress beyond traditional weekday hours.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a research-backed therapy that helps children with autism learn essential skills and reduce challenging behaviors. By analyzing how specific behaviors are influenced by the environment, ABA for autism uses targeted techniques to encourage positive changes, making learning a rewarding experience.
In ABA therapy, rewarding good behavior encourages its repetition. Whether through praise, stickers, or a small treat, positive reinforcement motivates children to engage in the desired behavior more often.
This ABA therapy technique breaks tasks into small, manageable steps. Each step is reinforced until the child successfully completes the entire task, which builds confidence and skill.
Unlike traditional teaching methods, NET utilizes everyday situations to teach important skills. This ensures that the lessons learned are practical and easily applied in daily life.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a research-backed therapy that helps children with autism learn essential skills and reduce challenging behaviors. By analyzing how specific behaviors are influenced by the environment, ABA for autism uses targeted techniques to encourage positive changes, making learning a rewarding experience.
In ABA for autism, children learn to communicate their needs by starting with simple gestures or words. For example, a child might first use a picture card to request a snack, and over time, they may transition to saying, "I want a cookie," as they are positively reinforced for communicating effectively.
One common challenge for children with autism is frustration. Positive reinforcement is used to help manage these emotions. For instance, if a child becomes upset while solving a puzzle, they might be rewarded with praise when they take deep breaths or ask for help instead of having a meltdown.
Through ABA therapy techniques like Discrete Trial Training (DTT), children learn self-help skills. A child who struggles with brushing their teeth might first learn to pick up the toothbrush, then apply toothpaste, and gradually complete the entire process independently, with positive reinforcement at each step.
Applied behavior analysis examples in social settings often involve teaching children how to interact with peers. For instance, a therapist might guide a child to share toys or take turns during a game, reinforcing positive interactions with praise or a small reward.
Children with autism can also benefit from ABA therapy techniques that help improve focus. A therapist may use a timer to set short intervals of attention, rewarding the child when they stay focused on a task, such as reading or completing a puzzle, for a specified amount of time.
TennCare — Tennessee's Medicaid program — covers ABA therapy for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, and BlueCare Tennessee, CoverKids, and all major Tennessee Medicaid plans cover ABA as well. Blossom ABA accepts all of these plans so your family can access the care your child needs without out-of-pocket costs.
Our enrollment team handles the entire insurance process from verification through prior authorization to ongoing reauthorization so you don't have to fight with your insurance company. We verify your TennCare coverage within 24 hours and get your child started on therapy without unnecessary delays.
Early signs of autism can look different for every child, and it's completely normal for parents to have questions—especially when noticing new behaviors or developmental changes. This Q&A section was created to help Tennessee families understand what to look for, what the different autism support levels mean, and when to consider reaching out for an evaluation or ABA support. Our goal is to provide clarity, reassurance, and guidance as you navigate your child's early developmental journey.
Early signs of autism in infants can vary, but many parents first notice differences in social interaction and communication. Some common autism early indicators include limited eye contact, not responding to their name, and delayed smiling. Other autistic signs in infants may involve unusual reactions to sounds or textures and repeating certain movements, such as hand flapping or rocking. If you're noticing possible signs of autism in babies, it's helpful to discuss them with a pediatrician and explore an early screening.
Yes, many children engage in self-stimulatory actions—often called stimming behaviours—such as tapping, bouncing, or waving their hands. For children on the spectrum, stimming can be more frequent and may include hand flapping, spinning objects, or repeating sounds. While stimming itself isn't harmful, it can be a helpful clue when observing early signs of autism in infants or toddlers.
According to current diagnostic guidelines, there are three autism levels, each describing the type and amount of support an individual may need. Level 1 involves children who need some support with social skills and flexibility; Level 2 includes those who require substantial support due to more noticeable communication and behavioral differences; and Level 3 describes children who need very substantial support, often with significant communication challenges and more intense repetitive behaviors.
Level 2 autism describes individuals who require substantial support. Children with level 2 autism may experience challenges with communication, transitions, or flexible thinking. They might use limited words or show more noticeable stimming behaviours. Families may notice that routines are very important and that social interaction feels difficult without guidance.
Level 3 autism is the highest support level. Children with level 3 autism often have significant communication challenges and may use very few words or be nonverbal. They may also show more intense repetitive behaviours or sensory sensitivities. ABA therapy can be tailored to help children with level 3 autism build meaningful skills at a pace that's right for them.
Some families use the term high-functioning autism to describe children who communicate well or learn quickly but still show signs of autism, such as difficulty with social cues, sensory differences, or anxiety. These children may fall under what many consider level 1 on the autism spectrum. Signs of high functioning autism might not appear in infancy but often become clearer as children begin school or social activities.
Nonverbal autism typically refers to older children who do not use spoken language, but some early indicators can appear in infancy—such as limited babbling, reduced gestures, or little response to communication attempts. These signs don't always mean a child will be nonverbal later, but they can be part of the broader picture when evaluating autism in infants.
If you notice early signs of autism in infants—such as delayed gestures, limited social engagement, or repetitive movements—it's never too early to request a developmental screening. Tennessee families can start with a pediatrician and then connect with ABA therapy providers who specialize in early intervention. Early support can make a meaningful difference in communication, social skills, and independence.
