ABA Therapy Built Around Your Child
Serving families throughout Dallas–Fort Worth with individualized, family-centered ABA therapy — at home, in the community, and alongside school. BCBA-owned. No waitlist. Fast insurance verification.
Why families trust A Gifted Journey
The everyday things you want to see change
Every plan is built around your child and your family's priorities. These are the areas families most often ask us to focus on first.
Communication
Building ways to be understood — words, signs, devices or gestures — so your child can ask for what they need instead of struggling to be heard.
Challenging behavior
Understanding what a behavior is communicating, then teaching a skill that works better for your child, so hard moments happen less often.
Daily independence
Dressing, mealtimes, bedtime, toileting and the routines that shape a family's whole day — practised at home, where they actually happen.
Social development
Playing alongside other children, taking turns, sharing and reading social cues — through activities your child genuinely enjoys.
School readiness
Sitting with a group, following instructions, coping with transitions and building the foundation for a smoother start to the school day.
Confidence at home
Parent training is part of the plan, so the strategies keep working after the session ends — not just while a therapist is in the room.
Progress looks different for every child. Your BCBA sets goals with you, measures them every session, and adjusts the plan as your child grows.
Five steps from first call to first session
There is no waitlist. We verify your benefits within 48 hours and most families complete assessment within one to two weeks.
Contact Us
A free consultation — tell us about your child and what you need.
Verify Benefits
We check your ABA coverage at no cost and explain what it means.
BCBA Assessment
A Board Certified Behavior Analyst meets your child and your family.
Personalized Treatment Plan
Goals written around your priorities, not a template.
Therapy Begins
One-to-one sessions start in your home and community.
Support built around where your child actually spends their day
Therapy at home, in the community and alongside school — delivered one-to-one and supervised by a BCBA.
In-Home ABA Therapy
One-to-one therapy in your child's most comfortable environment, building communication, routines, self-care and social interaction.
Parent & Caregiver Training
Practical, hands-on ABA techniques for communication, behavior and daily routines, so progress continues between sessions.
Social Skills & Emotional Learning
Turn-taking, sharing, emotional regulation and peer interaction taught through engaging, play-based activities.
Community Outing Training
Real-world practice in parks, stores and libraries — safety, social interaction and daily living where they'll actually be needed.
School Consultation & Advocacy
Partnering with teachers and administrators on classroom strategy, IEP consultation and staff training.
Training & Supervision
Supervision for aspiring BCBAs and training for RBTs — mentorship-driven, with an emphasis on ethical, hands-on practice.
A small practice, deliberately
Families come to us because they want to know the person leading their child's care — and to reach them when it matters.
Owned by a BCBA
Clinical decisions are made by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, not by a corporate office.
No waitlist
Assessment usually happens within one to two weeks of your benefits being verified.
Family comes first
Siblings, grandparents, teachers and caregivers are part of the plan, not an afterthought.
We handle the insurance
Verification, prior authorization, claims and appeals — you never fight your insurer alone.
Individualized, always
Every plan is written for one child. No template programs, no copy-and-paste goals.
Data every session
Progress is measured, reviewed with you, and the plan changes when the data says it should.
Jelisia Thompson, M.S., BCBA, LBA
Founder & Clinical Director
Jelisia is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in the state of Texas with over eight years of experience working with children diagnosed with ASD and other developmental disabilities.
She founded A Gifted Journey to build a practice where family comes first — always. She works directly with families to understand each child's needs and to create a learning environment built on trust, transparency and compassion.
Throughout her career she has supported families, teachers, paraprofessionals, daycare workers and professionals seeking to understand Applied Behavior Analysis and how it can change lives.
We work with most major Texas plans
Give us your insurance information and we verify your ABA benefits within 48 hours, at no cost to you.
In-network plans usually mean a lower cost share for your family. Where we are out of network we can still bill your out-of-network benefits — what you pay depends on your plan. A free benefits check confirms exactly what your own plan covers before anything begins, usually within 48 hours.
Serving families across Dallas–Fort Worth
We come to you — at home, out in the community, or alongside your child’s school team.
Nearby and not listed? Call (972) 379-9131 — we regularly serve surrounding DFW communities.
What families ask us first
Applied Behavior Analysis is an evidence-based therapy recommended by the U.S. Surgeon General for individuals with autism. It uses positive reinforcement to develop communication, social skills, daily living abilities and academic readiness. Every program is individualized to your child.
Most insurers require a formal ASD diagnosis. We connect you with trusted diagnostic partners in DFW and guide you through every step.
Comprehensive therapy is typically 25–40 hours per week; focused therapy is typically 10–15 hours per week. Your BCBA recommends the right fit after assessment.
Insurance is verified within 48 hours and assessment usually happens within one to two weeks. There is no waitlist.
Yes. Your BCBA teaches you practical ABA techniques for home — communication strategies, behavior management and daily routines.
One-to-one sessions with a trained therapist under BCBA supervision: structured teaching, play-based learning and positive reinforcement targeting your child's goals. Data is collected every session.
Let's find out what your plan covers
A free consultation, benefits verified within 48 hours, and a clear answer about what comes next — with no obligation.