Yukon

ABA Therapy in Yukon, 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 Yukon Families

Aligning Hope provides center-based ABA therapy for children with autism throughout Yukon and the western Oklahoma City metro from our clinic at 609 S Kelly Ave Suite A2 in Edmond. Yukon is one of the most recognizable communities in the OKC metro, a city of approximately 27,000 residents in Canadian County with a strong identity built around Route 66, Yukon Public Schools, and a tight-knit community culture that has made it one of the western metro’s most consistently popular places to raise a family.

Yukon families who need ABA therapy for a child with autism have faced a frustrating reality: the western OKC metro has historically been underserved by quality ABA providers, and the providers that do serve the area often have long waitlists or use national chain protocols that do not account for the individual child. Aligning Hope offers a different approach. Every child on our caseload is assigned a named, credentialed Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. Every treatment plan is individualized. And our intake process is built to move quickly.

Our clinic is approximately 25 to 30 minutes from most Yukon locations via I-40 east or NW 10th. We serve children ages 18 months through 12 years and accept SoonerCare and all major private insurance plans.

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, Yukon families get that center-based advantage without a six-month waitlist.

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

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.

Start ABA Therapy in Yukon 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 Yukon

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

• ABA therapy is covered by most major insurance plans in Oklahoma, and Aligning Hope is in-network with the following providers for Edmond 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 Yukon, OK?

For most Yukon 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.

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.

No Waitlist for Yukon Families

The western OKC metro has historically had fewer ABA therapy options than the north and south metro corridors, and the providers that do serve the area often operate with significant waitlists. For a child with autism in the early intervention window, a six-month waitlist is not an inconvenience. It is six months of critical developmental time that cannot be recovered.

Aligning Hope has built its intake process specifically to minimize that gap for Yukon families. Our team responds within one business day, handles insurance verification and authorization on your behalf, and works to get your child from first contact to first therapy session in two to four weeks.

If you have been told there are no providers accepting new patients in the western metro, or if you are currently on a waitlist elsewhere, call us today at (405) 367-3171.

Serving Families Across Yukon and the Western OKC Metro

Aligning Hope serves families throughout Yukon and the surrounding western OKC metro communities including:

• Yukon proper: Including neighborhoods along Garth Brooks Blvd, Czech Hall Road, and the Yukon town center along Main Street and Route 66
• Mustang: Southwest Canadian County, served by Mustang Public Schools
• Piedmont: Northwest Canadian County along Hwy 4, served by Piedmont Public Schools
• Bethany: Northwest OKC metro along the NW Expressway and Canadian County border
• Warr Acres: Northwest OKC metro along the NW Expressway corridor
• El Reno: West of Yukon in Canadian County along I-40
• Tuttle: South of Yukon in Grady County along Hwy 37
• Weatherford: West of El Reno along I-40, families within reasonable driving distance of our Edmond clinic

Our clinic at 609 S Kelly Ave in Edmond is approximately 25 to 30 minutes from most Yukon locations via I-40 east or NW 10th. Call (405) 367-3171 to confirm drive time and availability for your specific address.

ABA Therapy and Yukon Public Schools

Yukon Public Schools is one of the most respected school districts in Canadian County, serving approximately 9,000 students across Yukon and surrounding communities. The district has a strong identity and a dedicated community following, with families regularly citing the schools as their primary reason for choosing Yukon over neighboring communities. Yukon Public Schools provides special education services for students with autism under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, including IEP development, autism support classrooms, related services, and behavioral support.

For Yukon families whose children receive both ABA therapy at Aligning Hope and special education services through Yukon 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 Yukon 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 so that both programs are working in the same direction.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About ABA Therapy in Yukon, OK

Does SoonerCare cover ABA therapy in Yukon, 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 Yukon families pay $0 out of pocket for services.

How far is Aligning Hope from Yukon, OK?

Our clinic at 609 S Kelly Ave Suite A2 in Edmond is approximately 25 to 30 minutes from most Yukon locations via I-40 east or NW 10th. Call (405) 367-3171 to confirm drive time and availability for your specific address.

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

Most children receive between 15 and 35 hours of ABA therapy per week depending on individual needs. A comprehensive assessment by Naomi or one of our BCBAs determines the appropriate intensity. 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 Yukon children through age 10.

How much does ABA therapy cost in Yukon with insurance?

For families with SoonerCare the cost is $0. For families with Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, or United Healthcare 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 Yukon?

Aligning Hope works to minimize wait times for Yukon 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 Yukon and western OKC metro area.

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 the OKC metro including OU Health, INTEGRIS Health, and developmental pediatricians serving the western metro area.

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

Yes. Our BCBAs work with Yukon 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 that strategies are consistent across clinic and classroom settings.

How do I get an autism diagnosis near Yukon, OK?

Autism evaluations for Yukon families are available through OU Health Sciences Center, INTEGRIS Health, Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City, and developmental pediatricians across the OKC metro. Your child’s primary care physician can provide a referral. Once you have a diagnosis contact Aligning Hope at (405) 367-3171 to begin enrollment.

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, one of the closest center-based options for most Yukon families.

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 in Mustang, Piedmont, and Bethany near Yukon?

Yes. Aligning Hope serves families throughout the western OKC metro including Mustang, Piedmont, Bethany, Warr Acres, and El Reno. Call (405) 367-3171 to confirm availability for your specific area.