Milwaukee · Walker's Point
We accept Medicaid and all major insurance plans, and we’ll walk you through your coverage before anything begins. We take the time to know your child, by name, by personality, by what makes them light up, so their plan is built around who they are.
Accepting Medicaid & most insurances
Immediate openings available
Part- and full-day programs available
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You're not alone
If you’re reading this at midnight after another hard day, you’re not alone. Whether you just received a diagnosis, you’re waiting for one, or you simply know your child needs more support than they’re getting, we understand the exhaustion, the guilt, and the hope that brought you here.
Our Milwaukee center provides early intervention ABA therapy, integrated speech therapy, in-school support, and parent and caregiver training, right here in the neighborhood, for children ages 2 and up. We serve one of Milwaukee’s most diverse communities, and we built this location to remove the barriers that keep families from getting help. We accept Medicaid and all major insurance plans, and our team handles benefits and authorizations for you.
Your child’s personality, interests, and voice aren’t things to “fix.” They’re strengths we build on while we help your family find its footing.
Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), affects how a child communicates, connects with others, and experiences the world, and it looks different in every child. It occurs across every community, in about 1 in 31 children in the U.S. today. A diagnosis isn’t the end of a story; it’s the start of understanding your child more fully.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a research-backed approach that helps children build communication, social, and daily living skills, not by changing who they are, but by giving them tools to thrive as themselves.
Every session is delivered one-on-one, never in a group.
Here’s the truth: not all ABA looks the same. Ignite’s approach is play-based and naturalistic; therapy happens through the games, routines, and moments your child already loves, led by their interests, not a rigid script. That’s a deliberate difference from the table-based, compliance-driven model some larger providers still use.
What ABA builds
Words, signs, devices, whatever gets your child heard
Playing, sharing, and making friends
Dressing, eating, toileting, and self-care routines
Naming big feelings and moving through them
Reducing tantrums and aggression by teaching what to do instead
Children learn best when they’re interested, engaged, and supported. Our one-on-one, play-based ABA therapy helps children ages 2 and up build communication, social, and everyday skills. Each child’s plan starts with their strengths, interests, and needs, with early intervention as our primary focus.
Communication helps children share what they need, connect with others, and take part in everyday life. At Walker’s Point, speech therapy is integrated into ABA programming so communication goals become part of your child’s learning and play.
Support can continue when your child starts school. In-school ABA helps children work on individualized skills in the setting where they use them, including classroom routines, communication, and connecting with others. Services depend on your child’s needs, school coordination, and insurance authorization.
You know your child in ways no one else does. We work with parents and caregivers to understand what’s helping, talk through challenges, and practice strategies that fit your family’s routines. It’s a chance to ask questions and feel more confident supporting your child beyond therapy.
Children and families sometimes need space to work through emotions, stress, and challenges beyond ABA goals. Walker’s Point also offers mental health therapy for clients and their families. Our team can help you explore whether this service fits the support you’re looking for.
Occupational therapy is coming soon to Walker’s Point. Contact our team for updates on availability.
Diagnostic services are coming soon to Walker’s Point. Contact our team for updates on availability.
Every plan is built around your child’s interests, not a standardized protocol, with supervision ratios well above the industry norm (15–20% vs. the typical 10%). Wisconsin-based and mission-driven, not backed by a private equity firm chasing scale.
What to expect
During your consultation, we’ll discuss your child’s strengths and challenges, answer all your questions, explain our services, and verify your insurance benefits, all at no cost to you.
Before we write a single goal, we spend time observing, listening, and learning what makes your child them: what they love, what’s hard, what a good day looks like.
Your family’s goals, not just clinical ones, shape the plan. You’ll help set what progress means for your child.
Sessions happen through play, in a 1:1 setting, led by trained therapists supervised closely by a BCBA, with you involved every step through parent training.
Data is collected every session and reviewed regularly with you: no surprises, no jargon, just honest updates on how your child is growing.
As skills stick, we scale back support thoughtfully, helping your child use what they’ve learned everywhere: home, school, the park.
When your child is thriving in their natural environment, that’s not goodbye. It’s the outcome we were working toward together.
Our center is designed to feel less like a clinic and more like a place your child wants to be: warm, playful spaces built for exploration, not compliance.
Meet your Milwaukee team
Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) design and oversee your child’s therapy program. They create individualized plans, supervise therapists, and partner with you through training and progress updates.
At Ignite, BCBAs provide 15 – 20% supervision, double the industry standard, for faster, more personalized care.
Your first contact
When you call Ignite, you won’t navigate automated menus or leave another voicemail that may or may not get returned. You’ll hear a warm, welcoming voice ready to listen.
That voice belongs to Jenna, our intake coordinator. She understands the questions you’re asking because she’s lived them alongside other families just like yours.
Call us at 414-401-6009. You can ask your questions directly to Jenna, our intake coordinator.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Maddie is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who earned her Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis at Capella University and became board certified in 2026. Maddie has worked with children aged 2 to 10, focusing on early learners and creating a fun, playful learning environment. Outside of work, she enjoys being outside in nature, camping, and watching anime.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Mitchell began his ABA career as a Registered Behavior Technician in 2018 and became a BCBA and Licensed Behavior Analyst in Wisconsin in 2023 after earning his Master’s degree from St. Cloud State University. He has experience working with individuals ages 3–82 across home, clinic, and group home settings. Mitchell is passionate about promoting independence through functional communication, daily living skills, and caregiver education. In his free time, he enjoys camping, disc golfing, and hiking.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Trevor began his ABA career as an RBT in 2017 and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in 2021 after earning his Master’s degree from Ball State University. He practices in Milwaukee and is especially passionate about compassionate, client-centered treatment that honors both verbal and non-verbal communication. Outside of work, Trevor enjoys exploring Milwaukee’s restaurant scene, playing board games, and reading.
Clinic Director
Molly has worked in ABA and education since 2013, beginning her career as a Registered Behavior Technician. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Special Education and later became a BCBA after completing her Master’s in Special Education with a focus on ABA in 2022. Molly is passionate about functional, real-world ABA that builds independence and supports school readiness. Outside of work, she enjoys gardening, baking, and spending time with her family and animals.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Veronica is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who earned her Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis from Marquette University and became board certified in 2026. She has experience working with individuals ages 3–24 across home, clinic, and school settings. Veronica is passionate about creating therapeutic environments that foster meaningful connections through functional communication, social skills, and play-based learning. Outside of work, she enjoys playing music, creating artwork, and exploring nature.
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Mercedez is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who earned her Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis from Marquette University in 2025. She has experience working with individuals ages 3-7 in a clinic and school setting. Mercedez is passionate about promoting verbal and non verbal communication, social skills and play-based learning. Outside of work she enjoys being up north, reading, and baking.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Abby is a nationally certified Speech-Language Pathologist who earned her degrees from the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire and the University of Wisconsin–River Falls. She has experience treating a wide range of communication challenges and believes therapy should be engaging, playful, and individualized. Abby values collaboration with families and professionals to support meaningful progress. In her free time, she enjoys running, hiking, reading, and playing board games
Insurance
We accept Medicaid and BadgerCare, as well as all major commercial insurance plans, including Optum/UHC and Blue Cross Blue Shield, all common in the Milwaukee community.
Medicaid & BadgerCare
You do not need an autism diagnosis to get started. A prescription for ABA therapy from your child’s pediatrician is all it takes to begin the process.
Commercial / Private
A formal autism diagnosis is required before ABA therapy can be authorized. If your child doesn’t have a diagnosis yet, we’re happy to help connect you with the right resources to start that process.
Don’t see your insurance listed? We may still be able to help. Our team works with families to explore every available path to coverage. Reach out and we’ll walk through your options together.
Milwaukee’s near-south side is one of the city’s most diverse communities, and we built this center to be genuinely accessible to the families here, including families for whom English isn’t a first language. We know that getting here matters as much as what happens once you arrive, which is why we’re located at 1021 W National Ave, accessible to families across the near-south side.
Families choose Ignite for our compassionate, family-centered care and evidence-based practices, dedicated to helping every child thrive.
We know it’s hard to hope again, especially if you’ve been let down before.
✓ High-quality care you can trust (double BCBA supervision)
✓ Data-driven progress with fast adjustments
✓ You’re part of the team, not on the sidelines
✓ Most families start within weeks, not months
Early support gives children more opportunities to build communication, social, and everyday skills. Early intervention is our primary focus, and we serve children ages 2 and up, with support that can continue as they grow.
Let’s talk about what your child needs and how we can help.
No. With Medicaid or BadgerCare, a prescription for ABA therapy from your child’s pediatrician is all it takes to begin the process.
Yes. Commercial and private plans require a formal autism diagnosis before ABA therapy can be authorized. If your child doesn’t have a diagnosis yet, we’re happy to help connect you with the right resources to start that process.
We serve children ages 2 and up, with early intervention as our primary focus. Your child’s services are based on their individual needs, stage of development, and insurance coverage.
The length of therapy varies for each child. Children can continue in our center-based program until they begin school, then receive in-school and/or hybrid services if needed and if insurance allows. We review progress with your family and adjust support as your child grows.
Before we write a single goal, we spend time observing, listening, and learning what makes your child them: what they love, what’s hard, and what a good day looks like. Then we build a plan together with your family.
Yes. Our Walker’s Point team includes Spanish-speaking staff. Let us know your family’s preferred language when you reach out so we can help coordinate support.
We accept Medicaid and BadgerCare, as well as all major commercial plans, including Optum/UHC and Blue Cross Blue Shield. Reach out and our team will verify your benefits, explain your coverage in plain language, and manage the authorization paperwork for you.
You’ve read this far because you’re looking for the right fit, not just any provider. Let’s talk about what your family needs.
Parent Contact Form
Reaching out is a big step, and we’re glad you’re here. Fill out the short form to get started. It only takes a few minutes.
What happens next:
We’ll review your information to see if your child meets the initial criteria for our core programming.
Please keep an eye on your email (check spam, just in case) and voicemail in the days after you submit. We move quickly and don’t want to miss you.
