ABA Therapy in Manchester, CT

Personalized Center-Based ABA Services for Children with Autism

Supporting Manchester Families with Trusted ABA Therapy

Children thrive in environments that encourage consistency, engagement, and individualized support. That's why many families seeking ABA therapy in Manchester choose CCSN's nearby Glastonbury clinic, conveniently located just a short drive from Manchester.

The center features thoughtfully designed treatment spaces where children participate in one-on-one and structured learning activities that promote communication, social interaction, and everyday living skills. Every child receives a personalized treatment plan developed and supervised by Board Certified Behavior Analysts, ensuring therapy reflects their unique strengths, goals, and developmental progress.

Through ABA therapy in Manchester, CCSN delivers compassionate, evidence-based care that empowers children to build confidence, increase independence, and achieve meaningful outcomes while providing families throughout Manchester with trusted support close to home.

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Clinical Leadership


The Center for Children with Special Needs | Amy Bevins

Amy Bevins, M.Ed., BCBA

ABA Clinic Program Director, Farmington


The Center for Children with Special Needs | Autumn Henry

Autumn Henry, MS

Lead Administrative Specialist


The Center for Children with Special Needs | Cara Cappalli-Davey

Cara Cappalli-Davey, MSEd, BCBA

Consultation Director


The Center for Children with Special Needs | Colleen Suzio

Colleen Suzio, PhD, BCBA-D

Consultation Director


The Center for Children with Special Needs | Elizabeth Nulty

Elizabeth C. Nulty, PhD, BCBA-D

Organizational Compliance Director


The Center for Children with Special Needs | Hannah Shandra

Hannah Shandra, MS, BCBA

Consultation Director


The Center for Children with Special Needs | Khrysta Ortiz

Khrysta Ortiz, MS, BCBA

ABA Clinic Program Coordinator, Farmington


The Center for Children with Special Needs | Kristen Powers

Kristen Powers, OTD, OTR/L

Director of Occupational Therapy Services


The Center for Children with Special Needs | Manchester

Mark J. Palmieri, Psy. D, BCBA-D

Co-Executive Director


The Center for Children with Special Needs | Manchester

Michael D. Powers, Psy. D.

Co-Executive Director & Founder


The Center for Children with Special Needs | Tina Newman

Tina Newman, PhD

Director of Psychological Services

Frequently Asked Questions

CCSN's clinical team regularly tracks each child's progress through ongoing assessments and observations. Treatment strategies are adjusted as milestones are achieved to support continued learning and meaningful developmental growth.

Parents are valued members of the therapy team. We share progress updates, provide practical strategies, and encourage family involvement to help children apply new skills at home and in everyday situations.

ABA therapy focuses on helping children improve communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, daily living abilities, play skills, and positive behaviors that support greater independence across different environments.

Before services begin, we conduct a comprehensive evaluation that includes developmental history, behavioral observations, caregiver input, and standardized assessment tools when appropriate. This information guides the development of an individualized treatment plan.

Progress is tracked using objective data collected during every therapy session. Clinicians analyze performance trends, monitor skill acquisition, and evaluate behavioral outcomes to ensure treatment remains effective and goal-oriented.

Board Certified Behavior Analysts oversee treatment planning, supervise clinical staff, review data, conduct ongoing assessments, and modify intervention strategies to maintain high-quality, evidence-based care throughout the therapy process.

ABA programs are designed to be flexible. As children develop new skills or face different challenges, we update treatment objectives and intervention strategies to reflect their current developmental and behavioral needs.