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Navigating Medicaid coverage for ABA therapy in Nevada can feel like reading a foreign language, so here is a plain-language breakdown of how it actually works.
Nevada Medicaid covers ABA therapy for autistic children, but the process involves several moving parts: diagnosis, prior authorization, provider network matching, and periodic renewals. Here is what families need to know before they start.
Molly Halligan
Jul 132 min read


What Parent Training Looks Like at the Las Vegas Autism Center
If you are new to ABA, you may not realize that you are not just dropping your child off for therapy. You are part of the team. Here is exactly what parent training looks like at the Las Vegas Autism Center, and why it matters more than you might think.
Molly Halligan
Jun 253 min read


You Don't Always Need a Protocol. You Need to Read the Room.
At Las Vegas Autism Center, we train our team to respond to behavior with clinical judgment, not just written plans. Understanding the function of behavior, staying regulated in the moment, and knowing how to keep a session moving without reinforcing what you don't want are core skills for every clinician and RBT on our staff. Here is how we think about it.
Molly Halligan
Jun 233 min read
What Is Assent-Based Therapy? A Simple Explanation for Parents Considering ABA
If you are researching ABA therapy for your child, you have likely come across the term “assent-based practice” and wondered what it actually means. Assent-based therapy is an approach to ABA that prioritizes a child’s willingness to participate in their own care, not just their compliance with instructions. Here is a simple breakdown of what that looks like and why we build our entire clinic around it.
Molly Halligan
Jun 212 min read


Why We Only Hire BCBAs as W-2 Employees (and Why It Matters More Than You Think)
Hiring Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) as W-2 employees in Nevada is a deliberate choice that reflects our commitment to quality care, legal compliance, and professional integrity. This decision impacts not only our organization but also the BCBAs themselves and the families they serve. Understanding why we make this choice sheds light on the benefits it brings to everyone involved. Ensuring Compliance with Nevada Employment Laws Nevada has specific labor laws that
Molly Halligan
Jun 162 min read
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