Norman

ABA Therapy in Norman, OK

Address: 609 S Kelly Ave Suite A2, Edmond, OK 73003 

Phone: (405) 367-3171 

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm 

Ages Served: 18 months – 10 years 

Services: ABA Therapy · Social Skills Training · Toilet Training · Behavioral Feeding Therapy · Parent Coaching 

Insurance: SoonerCare · BlueCross BlueShield · Tricare · HealthChoice

Our ABA Therapy Center Serving Norman Families

Aligning Hope provides center-based ABA therapy for children with autism throughout Norman and the University of Oklahoma corridor from our clinic at 609 S Kelly Ave Suite A2 in Edmond. Norman is one of Oklahoma’s most distinctive communities, a city of approximately 128,000 residents built around the University of Oklahoma, with a culture that values education, research, and evidence-based practice. The families here tend to be informed, thorough, and deliberate in the choices they make for their children. Aligning Hope is built for exactly that kind of parent.

Our clinic is approximately 35 to 40 minutes from most Norman locations via I-35 north. We serve children ages 18 months through 12 years and accept SoonerCare and all major private insurance plans including the insurance plans commonly held by OU faculty, staff, and graduate student families.

We offer center-based ABA therapy in a play-based, positive environment where children build communication skills, reduce challenging behaviors, develop social connections, and gain the daily living independence that makes life more manageable for the whole family.

Research published by the National Institutes of Health found that children in center-based ABA settings achieve on average 100% more learning per hour than children in home-based models, because consistent environments, trained supervision, and peer interaction all compound. At Aligning Hope, Norman families get that center-based advantage without a six-month waitlist.

Meet Naomi Noel, BCBA, LBA — Your ABA Specialist Serving Norman

Naomi Noel is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst and Oklahoma Licensed Behavior Analyst with over six years of experience working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. She earned her BCBA certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board in 2020 and holds Oklahoma state license number 1-20-40555, current through 2027.

Naomi holds a Master of Science in Psychology with a specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis from Capella University and has provided ABA services across clinic, school, home, and community settings throughout the Oklahoma City metro. Her approach centers on building genuine rapport with each child before introducing structured programming, because she knows that learning happens fastest when a child feels safe, valued, and motivated.

As a long-time Oklahoma resident and graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma, Naomi is committed to providing high-quality behavior analytic services to the surrounding community.

ABA Therapy for University of Oklahoma Families in Norman

The University of Oklahoma draws faculty, researchers, graduate students, and professional staff from across the country and around the world. Many of these families are accustomed to accessing high-quality specialized services in larger metropolitan areas and find that the OKC metro, while growing in its provider landscape, still has significant gaps in ABA therapy availability and quality.

Aligning Hope fills that gap for Norman and OU corridor families. Our BCBAs bring the same evidence-based, individualized approach to ABA therapy that research-oriented OU families expect. We do not use one-size-fits-all programming. Every treatment plan is built from a comprehensive BCBA assessment of your child’s specific profile, and progress is tracked with data at every session so you always know exactly how your child is developing against their goals.

OU faculty and staff insurance plans, including plans administered through the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, are typically commercial insurance plans subject to Oklahoma’s autism insurance mandate under OS §36-6804. Aligning Hope verifies your specific OU-affiliated plan benefits as part of our intake process. Graduate students on SoonerCare are also fully covered. Call (405) 367-3171 to confirm your specific benefits.

Start ABA Therapy in Norman Today — No Waitlist

Getting started at Aligning Hope is straightforward. Our intake team responds within one business day and guides your family through every step from insurance verification to your child’s first assessment.

How it works:

• Contact us by phone at (405) 367-3171 or through our intake form and we respond within one business day
• Our team confirms your child’s age, diagnosis status, and insurance coverage
• We schedule a comprehensive assessment with Naomi or one of our BCBAs
• Your BCBA builds a personalized treatment plan based on your child’s strengths and goals
• Therapy begins, typically 15 to 35 hours per week depending on your child’s individual needs

Many large ABA providers in the OKC metro have waitlists of six months or longer. Aligning Hope works to move from first contact to first therapy session in two to four weeks. If you have been told you are on a waitlist elsewhere, call us today at (405) 367-3171.

SoonerCare and Insurance Coverage for ABA Therapy in Norman

ABA therapy is covered by most major insurance plans in Oklahoma and Aligning Hope is in-network with the following providers for Norman families:

• SoonerCare (Oklahoma Medicaid): ABA therapy is a covered benefit for eligible children with an autism diagnosis. Oklahoma law (OS §36-6804) requires state-regulated plans to cover autism treatment including ABA. For most SoonerCare families, the out-of-pocket cost is $0.
• BlueCross BlueShield of Oklahoma: Covered for children with an autism diagnosis. We verify your specific plan benefits before your first session.
• HealthChoice: Covered with prior authorization. We work directly with HealthChoice to confirm your coverage at no cost to you.
• Tricare: Accepted for active-duty military and veteran families. We proudly serve Tinker AFB families throughout the Midwest City and Edmond corridor.

Not sure if your plan is covered? Call us at (405) 367-3171 and we will check your benefits at no cost before you commit to anything.

How Much Does ABA Therapy Cost in Norman, OK?

For most Norman families, the cost of ABA therapy depends on your insurance plan:

• SoonerCare (Medicaid): $0 out of pocket for eligible families. ABA therapy is fully covered under Oklahoma’s SoonerCare program for children with an autism diagnosis.
• Private insurance (BCBS, HealthChoice): Most families pay only their standard copay after their deductible is met. The majority of our privately insured families pay between $0 and $50 per session.
• Tricare: Covered for eligible military families. Your cost share depends on your specific Tricare plan type, Prime, Select, or other.
• OU-affiliated insurance plans: Most insurance plans held by University of Oklahoma faculty, staff, and graduate students are state-regulated commercial plans subject to Oklahoma’s autism insurance mandate. Aligning Hope verifies your specific OU plan benefits as part of intake at no cost.

Our intake team verifies your benefits before your first session so there are no surprises. Call (405) 367-3171 or submit our intake form and we will check your coverage at no cost.

Getting an Autism Diagnosis in Norman, OK

Norman families have access to strong autism diagnostic resources, which is one of the advantages of living in a university community with a major academic medical center nearby.

OU Health Sciences Center: The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in Oklahoma City is the primary academic medical resource for Norman families seeking an autism evaluation. The OU Child Study Center conducts comprehensive developmental evaluations and is one of the most recognized autism diagnostic resources in the state. OU Health accepts SoonerCare and most major insurance plans.

OU Autism and Developmental Disabilities Institute: The University of Oklahoma is home to research and clinical resources in autism and developmental disabilities that Norman families are uniquely positioned to access. Ask your pediatrician about referral options through OU-affiliated clinical programs.

Developmental pediatricians in the Norman and south OKC metro: Several developmental pediatricians and licensed psychologists in the Norman area conduct autism evaluations in private practice settings. Your child’s primary care physician can provide a referral to an in-network evaluator.

Once your child has a formal autism diagnosis, contact Aligning Hope at (405) 367-3171. Our intake team will walk you through the insurance verification and BCBA assessment process at no cost.

Serving Families Across Norman and the OU Corridor

Aligning Hope serves families throughout Norman and the surrounding south OKC metro communities including:

• University of Oklahoma campus area: Including faculty, staff, and graduate student families living in and around the OU main campus on Asp Avenue and Boyd Street
• Norman town center: Including historic neighborhoods along Main Street, Gray Street, and the downtown Norman corridor
• East Norman: Including communities along Alameda Drive, 36th Avenue NE, and the east Norman growth corridor
• South Norman: Including neighborhoods along 24th Avenue SW and the south Norman residential areas
• West Norman: Including communities along Tecumseh Road and the west Norman corridor
• Noble: Small community southeast of Norman in Cleveland County
• Slaughterville: Rural community along the Norman and Moore border
• Purcell: South of Norman in McClain County, families within reasonable driving distance of our Edmond clinic
• Goldsby: Between Norman and Purcell along I-35

Our clinic at 609 S Kelly Ave in Edmond is approximately 35 to 40 minutes from most Norman locations via I-35 north. Call (405) 367-3171 to confirm drive time and availability for your specific address.

ABA Therapy and Norman Public Schools

Norman Public Schools is one of the most well-regarded school districts in Oklahoma, serving approximately 15,000 students across Norman and the surrounding area. The district has a strong special education department and an established autism support program across its elementary, middle, and high school campuses.

For Norman families whose children receive both ABA therapy at Aligning Hope and special education services through Norman Public Schools, coordination between the two programs produces significantly better outcomes. When your child’s ABA therapy goals and their IEP goals are aligned and behavioral strategies are consistent across clinic and classroom settings, children generalize skills faster and maintain them more reliably.

Naomi and our clinical team work with Norman Public Schools teams to share assessment data, align treatment goals, and provide behavioral consultation when needed. With your written authorization we communicate directly with your child’s school team.

Norman Public Schools also serves children through its early childhood special education program beginning at age 3. For families with children under age 3, Oklahoma’s SoonerStart early intervention program provides services in natural environments. Aligning Hope coordinates with both SoonerStart and Norman Public Schools early childhood teams for families whose children are in the birth to 5 age range.

If your child is approaching kindergarten entry at a Norman school, contact us at least six months before the projected start date to begin the coordination process.

Frequently Asked Questions About ABA Therapy in Norman, OK

Does SoonerCare cover ABA therapy in Norman, OK?

Yes. SoonerCare, Oklahoma’s Medicaid program, covers ABA therapy for children with an autism diagnosis. Oklahoma law (OS §36-6804) requires state-regulated insurance plans to cover autism treatment including ABA. Aligning Hope is in-network with SoonerCare and most eligible Norman families pay $0 out of pocket for services.

Does my OU insurance plan cover ABA therapy at Aligning Hope?

Most insurance plans held by University of Oklahoma faculty, staff, and graduate students are state-regulated commercial plans subject to Oklahoma’s autism insurance mandate under OS §36-6804, which requires coverage for ABA therapy for children with an autism diagnosis. Aligning Hope verifies your specific OU-affiliated plan benefits as part of our intake process at no cost. Call (405) 367-3171 to confirm your coverage.

How far is Aligning Hope from Norman, OK?

Our clinic at 609 S Kelly Ave Suite A2 in Edmond is approximately 35 to 40 minutes from most Norman locations via I-35 north. Call (405) 367-3171 to confirm drive time and availability for your specific address.

Where can I get an autism diagnosis in Norman, OK?

Autism evaluations for Norman families are available through OU Health Sciences Center, the OU Child Study Center, developmental pediatricians in the Norman area, and licensed psychologists in private practice across the south OKC metro. Your child’s primary care physician can provide a referral. SoonerCare covers diagnostic evaluations for eligible children.

How many hours of ABA therapy does my child need per week?

Most children receive between 15 and 35 hours per week depending on individual needs. A comprehensive BCBA assessment determines the appropriate intensity for your child. Children in early intervention typically receive higher hours, especially in the first year of treatment.

What age can my child start ABA therapy?

We provide ABA therapy for children starting at 18 months of age. Early intervention beginning before age 5 produces the strongest long-term outcomes. Our Edmond clinic serves Norman children through age 10.

How much does ABA therapy cost in Norman with insurance?

For families with SoonerCare the cost is $0. For families with Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, United Healthcare, or most OU-affiliated insurance plans, most pay only their standard copay after meeting their deductible. Our intake team verifies your specific benefits before your first session so there are no unexpected costs.

Is there a waitlist for ABA therapy near Norman?

Aligning Hope works to minimize wait times for Norman families. Call us at (405) 367-3171 to check current availability. Our intake team responds within one business day and we frequently have openings for new families in the Norman and OU corridor.

Will ABA therapy coordinate with my child’s Norman Public Schools IEP?

Yes. Our BCBAs work with Norman Public Schools teams to align ABA therapy goals with your child’s IEP. With your written authorization we share assessment data and treatment plan information with your child’s school team so strategies are consistent across clinic and classroom settings.

Does my child need an autism diagnosis to start ABA therapy?

Yes. Most insurance plans including SoonerCare require a formal autism diagnosis before authorizing ABA therapy. If your child has not yet been evaluated, we can connect you with diagnostic resources in Norman and the OKC metro including OU Health and the OU Child Study Center.

What is a BCBA and what do they do?

A BCBA, or Board Certified Behavior Analyst, is a licensed clinician who specializes in Applied Behavior Analysis. BCBAs design, supervise, and monitor ABA therapy programs. They hold a minimum of a master’s degree and pass a national certification exam through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. In Oklahoma, BCBAs must also hold a state LBA license.

What is the difference between center-based and in-home ABA therapy?

Center-based ABA takes place at a clinic, providing a structured environment with peer interaction and consistent BCBA supervision. Research from the National Institutes of Health shows center-based models produce 100% more learning per hour on average than home-based models. Aligning Hope provides center-based ABA from our Edmond clinic serving Norman and the OU corridor.

How long does it take to start therapy after contacting Aligning Hope?

From first contact to therapy start typically takes two to four weeks, covering insurance verification, scheduling your child’s assessment with Naomi, and finalizing their treatment plan. Our intake team responds within one business day.

What is the difference between a BCBA and an RBT?

A BCBA designs and supervises treatment plans. An RBT, or Registered Behavior Technician, implements those plans with your child during sessions under BCBA supervision. Both credentials are issued by the BACB and require a national exam. In Oklahoma BCBAs also hold a state LBA license.

Can ABA therapy help with challenging behaviors in my child?

Yes. ABA therapy is highly effective for reducing challenging behaviors including tantrums, aggression, self-injury, and non-compliance. Naomi and our clinical team identify the underlying function of each behavior and build individualized strategies to reduce it while teaching positive replacement behaviors.

Does Aligning Hope serve families south of Norman including Noble, Purcell, and Goldsby?

Yes. Aligning Hope serves families in Noble, Goldsby, Purcell, and other communities south of Norman that are within reasonable driving distance of our Edmond clinic. Call (405) 367-3171 to confirm availability for your specific area.