Your child's breakthrough starts here: Play-Based ABA Therapy in Madison, 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 Registered Behavior Technicians.
Highlights:
• Full-day structured schedule
• 15 - 20% BCBA supervision
• Speech therapy & parent training on-site
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?
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That’s what our billing team is for.
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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.
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.
BCBA Support Throughout the Day
Your child’s BCBA observes, adjusts programs, and tracks progress so you see real, measurable growth.
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.
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.
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
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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REGIONAL PARTNERS
Why Families Choose Ignite: Madison, WI
Families choose Ignite for our compassionate, family-centered care and evidence-based practices, dedicated to helping every child thrive.
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Individualized, Child-Centered Programs
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Highly Trained Clinicians
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Support Across All Environments
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Strong Collaboration
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Flexible, Accessible Services
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Focus on Long-Term Success
Your First Contact: The Ignite Difference
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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 920-393-8320. 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.
Sara Wagnitz, M.S., BCBA, LBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Sara has been in the field of ABA since 2017 and became a BCBA in 2021 after earning her Master’s degree in Professional Behavior Analysis from the Florida Institute of Technology. She has worked as a BCBA in Minneapolis and Seattle before joining the Ignite Madison team. Sara is passionate about building strong connections with her clients while providing trauma-informed, assent-based, neurodiversity-affirming care. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, farmers markets, rollerblading, and exploring local restaurants with her dog.
Mary Pierick, M.S.Ed
Director of Partnerships and Clinical Operations
Mary Pierick joined Ignite in 2021 and brings over 30 years of experience in early childhood education, special education, and teacher supervision. She holds degrees in Elementary Education and Special Education with a focus on autism and ABA, as well as a certificate in Infant, Early Childhood, and Family Mental Health. Mary has extensive experience supporting children with autism, developmental delays, and trauma, and is also a parent of a young adult with autism. She specializes in play-based learning, family collaboration, and coaching staff. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, walking, reading, and spending time with family.
Natalie Lasinski, M.A., BCBA, LBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Natalie began her ABA career as a behavior technician in 2019 and became a BCBA in 2025 after earning her Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis from Michigan State University. She has experience working with children ages 2 - 12 across clinic, home, and community settings. Natalie is passionate about compassionate, client-centered care and continuous learning. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, visiting coffee shops, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.
What If This Doesn’t Work for Us?
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
