ABA Therapy in East Hartford, CT

Specialized Autism Care Serving the Hartford Metropolitan Area

Expert ABA Support for Children in East Hartford

Every child deserves an environment where they can develop new skills with confidence and consistency. Through CCSN's nearby Glastonbury clinic, children from East Hartford receive individualized, evidence-based autism services in a purpose-built clinical setting that encourages meaningful learning and developmental growth. Therapy is guided by Board Certified Behavior Analysts who design personalized treatment plans focused on communication, social interaction, adaptive behavior, and everyday independence.

With dedicated therapy spaces, ongoing progress monitoring, and a collaborative approach that includes families throughout the treatment process, ABA therapy in East Hartford, CT helps children build practical skills that extend beyond the clinic. CCSN remains committed to providing accessible, high-quality care that supports children and families across East Hartford as they work toward lasting developmental success.

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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 | East Hartford

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

Co-Executive Director


The Center for Children with Special Needs | East Hartford

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

Children with diagnosed autism spectrum disorder, suspected developmental delays, or neurodevelopmental conditions qualify for our services. Initial evaluations determine diagnostic criteria and appropriate services. Some families access services through insurance, others through school-based special education funding, and some pay privately.

Initial visits involve intake paperwork and clinical interviewing. Parents describe developmental history, current skills and challenges, family dynamics, and treatment goals. Our clinicians conduct behavioral observations seeing how your child responds to structured interactions and new adults. This information forms the foundation for individualized treatment planning. We discuss insurance, costs, and scheduling during these appointments.

Absolutely. Many families balance school attendance with ABA services. We schedule treatments around school hours, providing before-school, after-school, or weekend appointments. Some children receive limited clinic services while benefiting from school-based special education.

Yes, our team treats children with autism and comorbid anxiety, ADHD, intellectual disability, speech and language disorders, and other developmental conditions. Our comprehensive approach addresses all relevant conditions through integrated treatment. Our psychologists specialize in differential diagnosis ensuring accurate identification of all contributing conditions. Treatment plans address each child's full clinical presentation.

All our clinicians maintain appropriate licensure and credentials. Board Certified Behavior Analysts hold current BCBA or BCBA-D certifications. Speech-language pathologists hold state licensure as SLPs. Occupational therapists maintain state licensure and professional certifications. Psychologists hold doctoral degrees in clinical psychology and state credentials.

Treatment duration varies based on individual goals, symptom severity, and response to intervention. Some children benefit from short-term intensive services addressing specific skills, while others continue treatment across multiple years. We establish specific, measurable goals and monitor progress using data collection. Regular progress reviews help families determine whether to continue, modify, or conclude treatment.

Our team provides transition support services helping children prepare for preschool-to-kindergarten, elementary-to-middle school, and middle-to-high school transitions. We work with school teams during transition planning meetings and provide skill-building services targeting transition challenges.