Your child's breakthrough starts here: Play-Based ABA Therapy in Milwaukee, WI

Evidence-based early intervention delivered by caring clinicians in a warm, child-friendly environment, with insurance support and quick start times.

✓ Accepting Medicaid & most insurances

✓ Start within 2 – 4 weeks

✓ Full-day programs available

If your child was recently diagnosed with autism, you're probably feeling...

Uncertain

Drowning in appointments, evaluations, and conflicting advice.

Overwhelmed

Daily meltdowns, communication struggles, and isolation.

Stuck

Waitlists everywhere, your child can’t wait 6-12 months for help.

We understand. And we’re here to walk alongside you.

ABA Therapy That Works for Real Families

We help children build communication, social skills, and independence through play-based ABA therapy, delivered by clinicians who truly know your child.

Full-day care that replaces daycare for ages 2 – 6.

Our center-based ABA program offers up to 40 hours per week in a warm, play-based environment, not a clinical setting.

Children learn through play, routines, and peer interaction, with programs designed by BCBAs and one-on-one support from Behavior Technicians.

Highlights:

Full-day structured schedule
15 – 20% BCBA supervision
Speech therapy & parent training on-site

Support without disrupting your child’s day.

We provide ABA therapy directly in your child’s daycare or preschool so they can stay with peers while receiving individualized support.

Therapists help children follow routines, participate in groups, communicate with teachers, and build social skills, right where those skills matter most.

Benefits:

Real-time classroom support
Collaboration with teachers
No schedule juggling

We focus on skills that help your child succeed in everyday life.

Communication & Social Skills:

Asking for needs
Playing and taking turns
Participating in groups

Daily Living & Independence:

Dressing, toileting, hygiene
Following routines

Emotional & Safety Skills:

Managing big feelings
Handling transitions
Staying safe in public

Every program is individualized around your child and family.

You’re part of the team, and we make it manageable.

What we ask:

Join parent training sessions
Practice simple strategies at home
Communicate openly with your team

What we don’t expect:

Perfection
Rigid routines
You to do this alone

We adapt therapy to fit real families.

Still not sure which option is right for your child?

Will Our Insurance Cover This?

The short answer: Yes, almost always. ABA therapy is covered under most Wisconsin insurance plans, including Medicaid (BadgerCare).

How the Insurance Process Works

We handle everything for you: • Verify benefits • Submit pre-authorization • Explain costs upfront No paperwork stress. No surprise bills.

Need Help Understanding Insurance?

That’s what our billing team is for. Call +1 920-393-8320 and we’ll explain your benefits in plain English.

Insurances We Accept

At Ignite Child Development Services, we believe every child deserves access to high-quality ABA therapy. We accept a wide range of insurance plans and work directly with providers to verify benefits and minimize out-of-pocket costs. Our team handles the paperwork so you can focus on what matters most, your child’s progress.

What Does Therapy Actually Look Like?

Here’s what a typical full day looks like for your child at our Eau Claire center.

Morning Drop-Off (8:30 AM)

You’re greeted by name. Your child’s therapist is ready with a favorite toy, and your child actually wants to be here.

Morning Session (9:00 – 12:00)

Learning happens through play. Building blocks, taking turns, asking for help, and fewer meltdowns because your child now has better ways to communicate.

Lunch & Social Time (12:00 – 1:00)

Snack time becomes social time. Your child practices requesting food, sitting with peers, and communicating with support from therapists.

Afternoon Play-Based Learning (1:00 – 4:00)

Therapy follows your child’s interests, outside play, art, games, or movement, while building motor skills, patience, and independence.

BCBA Support Throughout the Day

Your child’s BCBA observes, adjusts programs, and tracks progress so you see real, measurable growth.

Pick-Up (4:30 PM)

You receive a quick win from the day and detailed session notes, plus guidance you can use at home during real routines.

Ready to Start?
Here's Exactly What Happens Next

1. Call Us or Submit the Form Below

You'll talk to a real human (not a voicemail) within 24 hours. We'll ask about your child, answer your questions, and verify your insurance benefits.

2. Schedule a Comprehensive Assessment

Our BCBA observes your child at play and sits down with you to understand your concerns, using this assessment to create a fully personalized care plan.

3. We Handle the Insurance Paperwork

While you wait for insurance authorization (typically 2-6 weeks), we're doing all the heavy lifting, submitting paperwork, following up with your insurance company, keeping you updated.

4. Your Child Starts Therapy

We match your child with their team and start immediately. You receive regular updates, parent training, and direct BCBA access. No waitlists. No confusion. Just clear steps forward.

Why Families Choose Ignite: Milwaukee, WI

Families choose Ignite for our compassionate, family-centered care and evidence-based practices, dedicated to helping every child thrive.

Individualized, Child-Centered Programs
Highly Trained Clinicians
Support Across All Environments
Strong Collaboration
Flexible, Accessible Services
Focus on Long-Term Success

Our Location

Address: 1021 W National Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53204

Call us today: +1414-401-6009

Email: intake@ignitedevelopment.org

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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.

Your First Contact: The Ignite Difference

Jenna Riley

Intake Coordinator

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.

The Team Behind Your Child’s Therapy

BCBA

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.

Victoria Oliversen, M.S., BCBA, LBA

Director of Autism Services: Milwaukee Region

Victoria is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst who earned her Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis from St. Cloud State University and became board certified in 2018. She has over nine years of experience working with clients ages 2 – 18. Victoria is committed to providing compassionate, progressive, and evidence-based care, with expertise in communication, social and play skills, school-based interventions, anxiety support, and behavior reduction. In her free time, she enjoys painting, drawing, and other creative pursuits.