Charlotte’s
Premier In-Home
ABA Team
Experience compassionate, success driven ABA therapy services built for Charlotte families. Within 24 hours of your call, a licensed BCBA or RBT will arrive, at home or online with a custom, evidence-driven plan designed just for your child. We work alongside Charlotte-Mecklenburg schools and community partners to weave therapy into your everyday life, turning simple moments into lasting progress.
Our Location
Kinfolk ABA
301 S McDowell Street
Suite 125-2049
Charlotte, NC 28204
Wheelchair accessible entrance & parking.
How We Cater To The Charlotte Community?
Holistic, Family-Centered Care
Our approach in Charlotte begins with you, the family. We build each care plan around your routines, goals, and the environments that matter most to your child. Whether that means equipping parents with aba strategies to enforce at home, supporting school readiness, or practicing real-life skills during a walk at Romare Bearden Park, every step is designed to fit naturally into your family’s life. We view parents and caregivers as essential partners, ensuring therapy is not just effective but empowering and sustainable for the whole household.
Truly Local Practitioners
Data-Driven Results
Our trained clinicians call Charlotte home, living and working in neighborhoods like Myers Park, SouthPark, Uptown, and beyond. They know the flow of daily life here, from morning drop-offs at Myers Park Elementary to quick afternoon errands around SouthPark Mall to the weekday bustle of Uptown’s business district. With that neighborhood-level insight, they tailor each therapy goal to your child’s real-world routines, helping them practice new skills in the very places they live and learn.
At Kinfolk ABA Charlotte, we pair precise digital tracking with a heartfelt focus on your family’s goals. Each session’s data on communication, adaptive skills, and social growth is recorded in clear charts and shared in progress reports, so you can see real gains in daily routines from morning drop-offs at Myers Park to afternoons in SouthPark. Together, we set goals tailored to your child, whether it’s smoother school transitions or more confident peer interactions, ensuring that every number reflects meaningful growth.
Tailored Programs for Every Age
Early Intervention (18 months–5 years)
Our early intervention program supports young learners during a critical window of brain development. We focus on building foundational skills in communication, joint attention, imitation, and play. Sessions are highly engaging and play-based, using techniques like natural environment teaching and discrete trial training to encourage language, social connection, and functional independence. Potty training, feeding, and early classroom readiness are often core components at this stage.
School-Age Therapy (6–18 years)
As children grow, so do their goals. For school-aged learners, we focus on supporting emotional regulation, academic readiness, and meaningful peer interactions. Therapy often includes social skills groups, executive functioning coaching (like coping with sensory challenges), and strategies for increasing independence at home and in school. For older children and teens, we also offer support with self-advocacy, vocational readiness, and transitions to middle school, high school, or beyond.
Strategic Partnerships Across Charlotte, NC
School District Collaboration: We coordinate closely with school teams across Charlotte (the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) district), to provide seamless support between home and classroom. This includes working on IEP goals, behavior intervention planning, and generalization of social skills, with schools such as Elizabeth Traditional Elementary, Beverly Woods Elementary, and Charlotte Lab School.
Pediatric and Therapy Providers: Our Charlotte team partners with leading local healthcare providers such as Novant Health Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics and Atrium Health Levine Children’s to ensure care continuity. Our collaborations span across numerous pediatric clinics, speech and occupational therapy practices, and developmental specialists.
Diagnostic and Early Intervention Referrals: For families beginning or navigating the diagnostic process, we connect you with trusted local providers to make sure evaluations and follow-up care happen without delay. That includes working with specialists at TEACCH Charlotte and coordinating services through the Children’s Developmental Services Agency (CDSA) and much more.
Charlotte Clinic Supervisor:
Vanessa Alger, BCBA
As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with seven years of experience, Vanessa Alger leads our Charlotte team with expertise and compassion. She collaborates closely with families and local schools to design targeted ABA plans that help each child build communication and daily living skills. Aside from her BCBA work, Vanessa speaks at regional autism conferences and mentors new clinicians, sharing insights that keep our practice aligned with the latest research. Her thoughtful leadership ensures that every family in Charlotte feels confident and supported from their very first session.
Happy Families in Charlotte
FAQs: What Charlotte Parents Ask
Is ABA therapy covered by Medicaid in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, ABA therapy is covered by North Carolina Medicaid, and that includes families living in the Charlotte area. We work with Medicaid plans like Healthy Blue, AmeriHealth Caritas, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, and WellCare. If you’re unsure whether your child qualifies, our team can help you understand your benefits and walk you through the approval process.
What autism-friendly events or programs are available in Charlotte, NC?
Charlotte is home to a number of inclusive, sensory-friendly activities that many of our families enjoy. We regularly recommend and refer to programs like Sensory Friendly Films at AMC Concord Mills, adaptive swim lessons through Mecklenburg County Parks & Rec, and interactive exhibits at Discovery Place. Our trained therapists assist your child through these outings and ensure they receive the ultimate experience they deserve. We also share updates about seasonal events and local groups with parents, such as Autism Charlotte and The Arc of Mecklenburg County.
Does Kinfolk provide ABA therapy during CMS breaks and teacher workdays?
Yes, we offer in-home or telehealth ABA therapy service sessions throughout the year, including during Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) breaks, teacher workdays, and holidays. These times are often a great opportunity to increase therapy hours or introduce new skills during hours your child regularly attends school like managing lunch and snack time or regulating naptime.
Is there a waitlist hfor ABA therapy in Charlotte, NC?
Waitlist times for ABA therapy in Charlotte can vary depending on your location and service needs. Some areas like South Charlotte and Huntersville may have higher demand. However, we don’t believe families should wait to begin care. No matter the volume, we always start support right away, whether through caregiver coaching, part-time sessions, or behavior consultation; so your child receives meaningful help from day one.
Does Kinfolk offer ABA therapy in nearby cities like Concord, Gastonia, or Fort Mill?
Yes, in addition to serving families in Charlotte, we also provide ABA therapy in surrounding areas like Concord, Gastonia, Matthews, Indian Trail, and Fort Mill, SC. Availability may vary by location, so we recommend contacting us to confirm current openings near you.
Visit or Contact Us
Kinfolk ABA
Location: 301 S McDowell Street, Suite 125-2049 Charlotte, NC 28204
Phone: 1-980-249-4010
