ABA THERAPY · DENVER, COLORADO

BehaviorSpan - Denver

2111 S Dahlia St, Denver, CO 80222

About BehaviorSpan - Denver

BehaviorSpan offers center-based ABA therapy in Denver, Colorado. Its programs serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children. Insurance options include Medicaid (Health First Colorado). BehaviorSpan also lists early intervention.

BehaviorSpan is one of 19 ABA provider profiles in Denver on Colorado ABA. The details below cover how sessions work, who is served, insurance and what to expect when you reach out.

BehaviorSpan - Denver at a glance

Listed service: ABA therapy
Ages served: Toddler (Ages 1 - 3 years) · Preschooler (Ages 3 - 5 years) · School Age (Ages 5 - 6 years)
Care settings: Centers & Clinics
Insurance: Medicaid, Most major insurers, Private Insurance
Languages: Not listed
Medicaid: Accepted
Telehealth: Not available

Details come from the provider and can change. Confirm openings and coverage when you reach out. Suggest a correction.

Where sessions happen

BehaviorSpan - Denver offers one care setting. Here’s what each one means for your family.

Center-based ABA

Sessions happen at the provider’s location. Centers usually offer a structured space, learning materials and chances to practice skills alongside other children.

Ages served

BehaviorSpan - Denver serves these age ranges:

Toddler (Ages 1 - 3 years)
Preschooler (Ages 3 - 5 years)
School Age (Ages 5 - 6 years)

That covers toddlers (under 3), preschoolers (3–5), school-age children (6–12). Ask whether there are openings for your child’s age right now, since availability can differ by age group and setting.

Insurance and payment

BehaviorSpan accepts Medicaid. In Colorado, Medicaid is called Health First Colorado. Ask whether BehaviorSpan works with your specific plan and how authorization is handled.

Other plans and payment options

Most major insurers
Private Insurance

Before starting, ask the provider to verify your benefits. Many plans require an autism diagnosis and prior authorization for ABA, and your costs depend on your deductible, copays and plan rules.

Programs and extras

Early InterventionSupport for young children during key early-learning years, often starting with toddlers and preschoolers.
Intensive ABA

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Location and service area

BehaviorSpan - Denver lists its location as 2111 S Dahlia St, Denver, CO 80222.

Ask about the service area, parking and drop-off before your first visit. Compare all 19 ABA providers in Denver →

What’s changed for Colorado families

June 2026
Colorado now requires ABA providers to be licensed
HB26-1425, signed June 3, 2026, requires ABA providers to apply for professional licensure, with fingerprint-based background checks for providers and staff. It also sets up licensing for ABA facilities and requires a clinic facing a negative licensing action to notify the families it serves.
What to ask: Ask any provider whether it has applied for its Colorado ABA license.
Source: Colorado governor’s joint release on HB26-1425 ↗ (opens in a new tab)
February 2026
Federal audit flags Colorado Medicaid ABA billing
A U.S. Health and Human Services Inspector General audit (A-09-24-02004) found at least $77.8 million in improper fee-for-service Medicaid payments for children’s ABA in 2022 and 2023, tied to documentation, billing and credentialing problems. It recommends more guidance for providers and regular payment reviews.
What to ask: Expect more paperwork checks. Ask your provider how it documents sessions and supervision.
Source: HHS Office of Inspector General ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Late 2025
Proposed Medicaid rate cuts for pediatric behavioral therapy
The Governor’s 2026–27 budget proposal included reducing Medicaid reimbursement for pediatric behavioral therapies, including ABA. Families and providers rallied at the Capitol in November 2025, warning that some clinics could close.
What to ask: Ask providers whether rate changes have affected their openings or hours.
Source: Colorado Public Radio ↗ (opens in a new tab)

What to expect when you reach out

Most ABA providers follow similar steps. Confirm the exact process with BehaviorSpan - Denver.

Reach outContact BehaviorSpan by phone, through its website or with a request through Colorado ABA. Share your child’s age, your insurance and the days and times that could work.
Insurance checkThe provider usually verifies your benefits. Many plans require an autism diagnosis and prior authorization before ABA can start, so have your diagnostic report ready if you have one.
AssessmentA Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) typically meets your child and family to understand strengths, needs and goals.
Treatment planThe BCBA recommends goals, weekly hours and a setting. The plan is often sent to your insurer for approval.
Getting startedOnce approved, the provider schedules sessions and introduces your child’s team. Ask how parents take part from the start.

Questions to ask BehaviorSpan - Denver

Do you currently have openings for a child my child’s age? The listing covers toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Are you in network with my Health First Colorado plan, and how long does authorization usually take?
Where is your center, and what does a typical day look like there?
Is there a waitlist, and how long is it right now?
Have you applied for your Colorado ABA license under the 2026 licensing law (HB26-1425)?
How many hours per week do you usually recommend, and how are schedules set?
Who supervises my child’s program, and how often does the BCBA see my child?
How do parents and caregivers take part, and how will we see progress?

Guides for Colorado families

How Health First Colorado Covers ABA TherapyHow Health First Colorado covers ABA for kids 20 and under: prior authorization, what providers submit, what to do after a denial and the CES waiver.
In-Home or Center-Based ABA in Colorado: How to ChooseHow in-home, center-based and telehealth ABA differ for Colorado families, with questions to ask and live counts of providers offering each.
Colorado’s New ABA Licensing Law: What HB26-1425 Means for FamiliesColorado now requires ABA providers to apply for licensure. What HB26-1425 changes, what the 2026 federal audit found and what to ask providers.

BehaviorSpan - Denver: frequently asked questions

Does BehaviorSpan accept Medicaid?

Yes. BehaviorSpan accepts Medicaid (Health First Colorado). Confirm that it works with your specific plan and has current openings.

What insurance does BehaviorSpan accept?

BehaviorSpan accepts Medicaid (Health First Colorado), Most major insurers and Private Insurance. Coverage depends on your exact plan, so confirm with the provider and your insurer.

Does BehaviorSpan offer in-home ABA therapy?

In-home ABA isn’t listed. BehaviorSpan offers center-based services.

What ages does BehaviorSpan serve?

BehaviorSpan serves these age ranges: Toddler (Ages 1 - 3 years); Preschooler (Ages 3 - 5 years); School Age (Ages 5 - 6 years). Confirm current openings for your child’s age.

Does BehaviorSpan offer telehealth?

BehaviorSpan doesn’t offer telehealth.

Where is BehaviorSpan located?

BehaviorSpan lists its location as 2111 S Dahlia St, Denver, CO 80222. There are 18 other ABA provider profiles in Denver on Colorado ABA.

How do I get started with BehaviorSpan?

Contact BehaviorSpan directly through its website, or request information through Colorado ABA. It’s free, and we review requests before sharing them with any provider.