Helping Children with Autism Thrive – One Step at a Time

Compassionate, evidence-based ABA therapy for children ages 2 up until their 19th birthday across Missouri AND Kansas!

About Family First Center for Autism & Child Development

Family First Center for Autism & Child Development is dedicated to helping children thrive. We provide compassionate, evidence-based services tailored to each child’s unique strengths and needs, supporting growth in communication, behavior, and daily living skills.

Our credentialed team works with parents/caregivers to create a collaborative, encouraging environment where children can build confidence and reach milestones.

Tour our Home!

Kansas City Office

Our Kansas City center was expanded just two years ago to provide even more opportunities for children to learn, play, and grow. In addition to spacious therapy areas and an indoor play space, our center features a secure, gated backyard where children can practice social skills through play and structured activities. We also offer dedicated life-skills areas, including a tooth-brushing station and laundry room, helping children build independence and confidence in everyday routines.

Manhattan Office

Exciting things are happening at our Manhattan location! We are currently in the process of relocating to a larger facility to better serve the growing needs of children and families in the area. Our expanded space will allow us to provide even more opportunities for learning, play, and individualized therapy. Stay tuned—more details are coming soon!.

Leavenworth Office

Our Leavenworth center features a spacious life-skills kitchen designed to help children build independence while having fun. This welcoming space provides opportunities to prepare simple meals, participate in group activities, and practice important social skills like teamwork, communication, and sharing with peers in a supportive environment.

Liberty Office

As our largest center, the Liberty location offers plenty of space for children to learn, grow, and thrive. Its expansive gym provides endless opportunities to practice important social skills like initiating play, taking turns, cooperative play, and building friendships in a fun, active environment.

Employment

Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) Application

Insurance & Billing

From out-of-pocket maximums to in-network covered benefits, understanding your health insurance policy can be overwhelming! Depending on your health insurance policy, ABA therapy may be a covered benefit.  If you are unsure if your health insurance policy covers ABA therapy, just give us a call and we can help you! We are credentialed to provide services with many health insurance companies including Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Health Care, Tricare, Cerner, Cigna, Aetna, Humana, and more! We also accept MO Medicaid insurance. If we aren’t credentialed with your insurance company, please let us know and we would be happy to help!

Our Simple 3-Step Process

We’ve designed our process to be simple, clear, and collaborative.

01

Find the Location

Explore our convenient locations and choose the center that best fits your family’s needs and daily routine.

02

Meet our Team

Connect with our caring professionals to learn more about our approach and how we support your child’s development.

03

Join the Waitlist

Secure your spot by joining our waitlist, and we’ll keep you informed every step of the way as we prepare to welcome your family.