Pediatric Therapy Services in Jacksonville — Autism Evaluation, ABA & Speech Therapy
Serving Jacksonville & Northeast Florida | Insurance Accepted | No Waitlist
Locations covered: Jacksonville, Jacksonville Beach, Orange Park, Ponte Vedra, St. Augustine, Fernandina Beach
Where Can I Find Pediatric Therapy in Jacksonville?
WellChild connects Jacksonville families with board-certified psychologists, BCBAs, and speech-language pathologists throughout the area. We offer autism evaluations, ADHD testing, ABA therapy, and speech therapy all covered by insurance with no waitlist. Book online today.
Top-Rated Pediatric Providers in Jacksonville
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is an evidence-based treatment that helps children with autism develop communication skills, reduce challenging behaviors, and increase independence through personalized behavioral interventions. Research shows 89% of children receiving intensive ABA therapy demonstrate significant improvements in daily living skills.
Services We Offer in Jacksonville
Autism Evaluation in Jacksonville
Get your child evaluated by board-certified psychologists using gold-standard ADOS-2 testing. Most Jacksonville families receive diagnosis reports within 2 weeks. Insurance covers 80-100% of evaluation costs.
What's included
- Comprehensive developmental history
- ADOS-2 and ADI-R assessments
- Cognitive and adaptive testing
- 20-30 page diagnostic report
- Feedback session with recommendations
- School IEP consultation
Jacksonville evaluation locations
- Riverside- Avondale- San Marco- Mandarin- Southside- Ponte Vedra
ADHD Testing in Jacksonville
Comprehensive ADHD evaluations for children, teens, and adults in Jacksonville. Get clarity on attention difficulties and receive recommendations for treatment, school accommodations, and support.
Testing includes
- Parent and teacher rating scales
- Continuous performance testing (CPT)
- Clinical interview and observation
- Differential diagnosis (ADHD vs anxiety vs learning disability)
- Comprehensive report with DSM-5 diagnosis
- Treatment planning and referrals
Average timeline
- Results in 1-2 weeks
Insurance coverage
- 70-90% covered by most Jacksonville insurers
ABA Therapy in Jacksonville
Applied Behavior Analysis therapy for children with autism throughout Jacksonville. Our BCBAs provide in-home and clinic-based ABA services covered by insurance.
ABA therapy helps with
- Communication and language skills
- Reducing challenging behaviors
- Social skills development
- Daily living skills (dressing, toileting, eating)
- School readiness
- Parent training and support
Jacksonville ABA service areas
- Riverside | Avondale | San Marco | Mandarin | Southside | Ponte Vedra
Insurance accepted
- Aetna, BCBS Florida, Cigna, Florida Blue, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Tricare
Therapy options
- In-home ABA therapy (most common)
- Clinic-based ABA
- School-based support
- Parent training sessions
Speech Therapy in Jacksonville
Licensed speech-language pathologists serving Jacksonville families with speech delays, articulation disorders, language delays, and autism-related communication challenges.
Speech therapy addresses
- Speech sound errors (articulation)
- Expressive language delays
- Receptive language difficulties
- Stuttering and fluency disorders
- Social communication (pragmatics)
- Bilingual speech development
Therapy locations
- In-home speech therapy (throughout Jacksonville)
- Clinic visits (Riverside, Avondale, San Marco)
- Virtual/teletherapy options
- School-based consultations
Bilingual services
- Many of our Jacksonville SLPs provide services in Spanish and English, understanding the unique needs of bilingual families in South Florida.
Insurance coverage
- Most plans cover 20-40 speech therapy sessions per year. Average copay: $15-$50 per session.
ABA Therapy Coverage & Cost in Florida
Insurance Coverage for ABA Therapy
Florida law (FL Statute 627.6686) requires most insurance plans to cover ABA therapy for autism. WellChild is in-network with:
- -Aetna
- -Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS Florida, Anthem)
- -Cigna
- -Florida Blue
- -UnitedHealthcare
- -Humana
- -Tricare
- -Medicaid (selected plans)
Average Out-of-Pocket Cost:
$0-$50 per session (after insurance)
Through the WellChild Directory, I found a psychologist for an ADHD evaluation and later an occupational therapist, all in one platform. I love that it's made just for kids' services and that I could choose between insurance and concierge options. Everything felt organized, family-friendly, and trustworthy. Highly recommend it to any parent navigating this process for the first time!
Sofia Menendez
Parent
The support and communication are great, and payments have been smooth and timely. I love that the platform is exclusively pediatric-focused, because it means I'm connecting with families who truly need my services. It feels like being part of a mission-driven network rather than just another listing site.
Barbara Roberts
WellChild Provider
Finding a speech therapist who accepts our insurance was a nightmare until we found WellChild. The platform made it incredibly easy to filter by insurance and location. We were matched within 24 hours and started therapy the next week. It's been a life saver for our son's development.
Michael Thompson
Parent
Frequently Asked Questions About ABA Therapy
Most families notice improvements within 3-6 months. Research shows children receiving 25-40 hours per week demonstrate the most significant gains, though dosage depends on individual needs.
