Families across Merrillville deserve autism care that fits into real life. B Above Services delivers compassionate, evidence-based ABA therapy and autism diagnostic evaluations in your child’s natural environment: at home, at school, and in the community, wherever they learn and grow best. Every child and every family deserves to feel truly seen, deeply supported, and understood.
Skills learned in a clinic don’t always come home. Our Natural Environment approach flips that: because therapy happens in the real settings where your child lives and learns (at home, at school, and out in the community) learning happens in everyday life instead of staying behind in a therapy room. We meet your child where they are and build support around your family’s real routines and goals.
Because we work in the places your child already spends their days, the people who matter most are part of the process. Our clinicians coach parents and caregivers in real time (during the everyday moments where skills actually take hold) so the strategies that work don’t leave when we do. You become more confident using these strategies in everyday routines, not just during sessions.
We support the whole family through every stage of the journey:
Comprehensive evaluations for children and teens, guiding families from assessment to clear next steps without unnecessary delays.
Personalized ABA therapy delivered where your child lives and learns; at home, school, and in the community.
Supportive group sessions that build confidence and connection for children, with guidance and community for parents.
A free partnership with schools & families, offering developmental screenings, training, and trusted support when concerns arise.
If you’re noticing signs, our licensed clinical psychologist (HSPP) takes the time to understand your child’s full developmental profile through a warm, comprehensive evaluation, so you leave with real answers and clear next steps. One thing many Merrillville families don’t realize: Merrillville Community School Corporation may evaluate a child and provide classroom support, but a school’s educational evaluation is not a medical diagnosis and won’t, on its own, unlock insurance or Medicaid coverage for ABA. In Indiana, a medical autism diagnosis must come from a qualified professional, such as a physician, psychiatrist, or licensed psychologist (HSPP). At B Above, every evaluation is completed by a licensed clinical psychologist (HSPP), and you’ll receive a formal diagnosis and written report you can use for insurance or Medicaid.
We bring in-home ABA therapy and autism services to families across Merrillville and Ross Township in Lake County, including neighborhoods like Independence Hill, Lincoln Village, Lottaville, Turkey Creek Meadows, and West Merrillville. We also serve the surrounding Northwest Indiana communities, including Crown Point, Schererville, Hobart, Griffith, Highland, and Munster. If you’re in or around Merrillville, reach out, we’ll let you know how we can support your family.
Indiana’s autism insurance mandate requires most state-regulated health plans to cover ABA therapy. Many plans and Indiana Medicaid cover ABA. We verify your benefits and explain any costs before services begin. We accept most major plans, including Aetna, Anthem BCBS, Optum, Cigna, and MHS, as well as Indiana Medicaid.
We start with a warm, welcoming conversation to understand your family’s needs, concerns, and hopes.
Our clinicians take the time to get to know your child’s strengths, needs, and full developmental profile.
We build a care plan tailored to your child’s needs and your family’s goals.
We provide continuous support and progress monitoring as your child grows toward the goals that matter most to your family.
B Above provides in-home ABA therapy and autism diagnostic evaluations for families across Northwest Indiana, including Merrillville, Gary, Hobart, Crown Point, Highland, and the rest of Lake County. Instead of driving to a center, your child’s sessions happen at home, at school, or in the community, supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Families in Porter County can visit our Portage page.
B Above accepts Indiana Medicaid for ABA therapy. For children under 21, Indiana Medicaid covers medically necessary ABA through the EPSDT benefit. Many private plans cover ABA too. We verify your benefits and explain any costs before services begin, and our team handles prior authorization during intake.
Start with a few questions for each provider:
The right fit depends on your child, your schedule, and how you want therapy to work.
B Above delivers in-home ABA therapy throughout Merrillville, Gary, Hobart, Lake Station, Griffith, and surrounding Lake County communities. A BCBA designs your child’s program, and a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) works with your child during the routines where skills matter most, like mealtimes, play, and getting ready for school.
Center-based ABA happens at a clinic on a set schedule, which some children benefit from for structure and peer practice. In-home ABA brings therapy to where your child already spends the day, so parents can take part directly and skills are practiced in real settings. Many Lake County families choose in-home ABA to avoid daily commutes. We’re happy to talk through which setting fits your child.
Often, yes. With your permission and the school’s agreement, our team can work alongside teachers and staff so the skills your child is building carry over into the classroom. We support children and teens, including school-age students.
Yes. Indiana’s First Steps program provides early intervention services for children from birth to age 3 who have developmental delays. ABA therapy can also begin at a young age once a child has a medical autism diagnosis. If you’re noticing signs, our licensed clinical psychologist (HSPP) can complete an evaluation, and we’ll help you understand your options.
For insurance-covered ABA, yes. A school evaluation through Merrillville Community School Corporation can support an IEP, but it isn’t a medical diagnosis. At B Above, every evaluation is completed by a licensed clinical psychologist (HSPP), and you’ll receive a formal diagnosis and written report you can use for insurance or Medicaid.
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