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ABA therapy in Sugar Land, TX
Gentle, play-based ABA therapy that helps your child shine
For children 18 months to 6 years. Every plan is designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and parents are part of every step.
- No waitlist right now
- Center-based and in-home
- We reply the same day
Why families choose us
Care that feels like play, backed by science
ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) is an evidence-based way to build communication, social and everyday skills. We keep it warm, child-led and fun.
Plans built around your child
A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) assesses your child's strengths and designs goals that fit your family.
Play-based and child-led
Learning happens through toys, games and daily routines, following your child's interests at a gentle pace.
Parents as partners
You're welcome to watch sessions, and parent coaching helps you carry progress into everyday life at home.
Our services
Therapy where your child feels most at home
Center-based ABA
One-on-one sessions in our calm Sugar Land clinic, with space to practice play, routines and social skills.
In-home ABA
Therapy in your home in Sugar Land and nearby areas, built around the routines your child knows best.
We also help with: Early intervention · Communication · Social skills · Daily living · School readiness · Parent coaching
Inside a session
What a play-based session feels like
Every child’s plan is different, but most sessions follow a gentle rhythm. Tap through to see it.
1. Hello & settle in
2. Learn through play
3. Breaks & big feelings
4. Celebrate & share
1. Hello & settle in
We start where your child is. A familiar greeting, a favorite toy or song, and a few minutes to feel comfortable. No rushing, no pressure.
2. Learn through play
Goals hide inside the fun. Building towers, pretend play and simple games become chances to ask for help, take turns, follow a step or try a new word. Every try earns praise and a reward your child loves.
3. Breaks & big feelings
Calm is a skill too. Movement breaks, quiet corners and gentle coaching help your child learn to wait, cope with change and handle big feelings in safe, small steps.
4. Celebrate & share
Every small win counts. We wrap up with something your child enjoys, then share with you what went well and one idea to try at home.
Getting started
Four simple steps to your first session
1
Free consultation
Tell us about your child and ask anything. No pressure.
2
We check your benefits
We verify your insurance and explain your coverage.
3
Assessment with a BCBA
A relaxed, play-based visit to learn your child’s strengths.
4
Therapy begins
Your child’s personalized plan starts, with you alongside.
Our team
Led by a Clinical Director who puts families first
Every child’s program is designed and overseen by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and delivered one-on-one by trained Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs). We keep families informed, involved and welcome.
Dr. Shahid Hasnain
Clinical Director, Gentle Stars ABA
Oversees every child's program and works side by side with families.
18 mo–6 yrs
Ages we serve
1 : 1
Therapist to child in every session
Same day
Replies during office hours
No waitlist
Welcoming new families now
Questions parents ask
Good questions, honest answers
Can’t find what you need? Call or text us at (832) 387-9401.
Many plans do. We are in-network with Aetna, UnitedHealthcare and Cigna and work with most major insurance plans in Texas, and we verify your specific benefits for you.
Most insurance plans require a diagnosis for ABA coverage. If your child does not have one yet, call us and we will help you understand your next steps.
Your first visit is a relaxed get-to-know-you meeting. You’ll meet your child’s Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and talk about your child’s strengths, your daily routines and your goals, while your child plays and explores. The full assessment usually takes one to three visits of about an hour to an hour and a half. Please bring your child’s insurance card, the autism diagnosis report, and any recent evaluations, therapy reports or school plans. Afterward, your BCBA walks you through the results and a personalized plan.
Every child’s plan is different. After the assessment, your BCBA recommends a schedule based on your child’s needs and your family’s routine. For young children, plans often range from about 10–25 hours a week for focused goals to 25–40 hours a week for more comprehensive support, split into shorter sessions that suit your child’s energy. Your insurance approval also plays a part.
Very! Parents are always welcome to watch sessions, and parent coaching is part of every child’s program, so you’ll learn strategies to support progress at home.
Ready to talk about your child?
A free consultation is the easiest first step. We’ll answer your questions and check your insurance for you.
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