ABA Therapy in Atlantic County, NJ
From Hammonton to the shore, Atlantic County families get BCBA-led ABA at home and in the community, with our Cherry Hill center a straight shot up the Expressway.
Innovative ABA serves Atlantic County, NJ, with in-home, school and community ABA and parent training. Our only center is in Cherry Hill, about 31 miles from Mays Landing, so most families start at home; western towns like Hammonton are closer and sometimes add center visits. Call (732) 691-1299 for a free consultation.
Clinically reviewed by Charles Knoppel, BCBA · Updated October 2026
At a glance
| Nearest center | 1939 NJ-70, Cherry Hill - about 31 miles from Mays Landing |
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| County seat | Mays Landing (Hamilton Township) |
| Programs | In-home first, plus school, community & parent training |
| Ages | Toddlers through school-age children |
| Insurance | Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Tricare, UnitedHealthcare & most major plans; free benefits check |
| Clinical lead | Charles Knoppel, BCBA |
Does your ABA program reach Atlantic County?
Yes. Atlantic County stretches from farm towns like Hammonton and Buena on its western side to Atlantic City and the island communities on the shore. Mays Landing, the county seat, is about 31 miles from our center at 1939 NJ-70 in Cherry Hill. That distance means most Atlantic County families start with in-home ABA therapy, with our team coming to you.
The Atlantic City Expressway and Route 30 both run from the shore toward Camden County, and Route 73 heads north from the Hammonton area toward Route 70, close to our center. For families on the western side of the county, that makes occasional center visits for assessments, parent meetings or social skills groups more realistic.
For shore-area families in Egg Harbor Township, Galloway, Absecon or the barrier island towns, the Garden State Parkway and Route 9 lead to the Expressway, but daily travel to Cherry Hill is rarely practical. We plan around that honestly.
Inland and shore families often have different days. Western Atlantic County towns are spread out among farms and the Pinelands, while shore towns are dense and busy, especially in summer. Your BCBA will plan around your real routine, including school schedules, work shifts and seasonal changes.
How do our ABA programs fit Atlantic County families?
The right mix depends on whether you live inland or near the shore:
In-home weeks usually include several RBT sessions, regular BCBA supervision and parent training. For families near Route 73 who can travel, a day or two at the center can add peer practice that is hard to recreate at home. One treatment plan covers every setting, so goals and data line up.
- In-Home ABA Therapythe starting point for most of the county; in-home ABA builds communication, routines and safety skills where your child lives.
- Full-Day Center-Based ABAfull-day center-based ABA is sometimes a fit for western county families near Route 73 or the Expressway, but most shore families choose home-based care.
- ABA Therapy for Childrenour ABA therapy for children starts with an assessment, uses reinforcement to teach new skills and tracks data every session.
- Early Intervention ABAearly-stage support gives toddlers play-based ABA at home and fits around NJ Early Intervention visits.
- School & Community-Based ABAschool and community ABA helps your child use skills at school and in busy places, from the boardwalk to the grocery store.
- Parent Training & Supportparent training teaches you to keep strategies going on days between sessions, including during busy summer seasons.
- Social Skills Developmentsocial skills groups meet at our Cherry Hill center for families able to make the trip.
How does Early Intervention lead to an IEP in Atlantic County?
New Jersey's Early Intervention System, run by the NJ Department of Health, serves children from birth to age 3. ABA can work alongside EI services, and we are glad to coordinate with your service coordinator.
At age 3, your school district's Child Study Team evaluates your child for special education and, if eligible, writes an IEP. Atlantic County has many separate K-8 districts that send students to regional high schools, so your child may move between districts as they grow. With your permission, our BCBA can share skills assessment results, progress data and behavior plans to help each new team understand your child quickly.
If your child is older and was never evaluated, a written request to your district starts the Child Study Team process. Insurance-funded ABA can begin at the same time, once your child has a diagnosis and an authorized plan.
Does insurance cover ABA therapy in Atlantic County?
Often, yes. New Jersey's 2009 autism insurance mandate requires many state-regulated health plans to cover medically necessary behavioral interventions such as ABA. Many large employers in the region self-fund their health plans, and those follow federal rules instead, so coverage can vary. We check your benefits for free.
We accept most major plans, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Tricare and UnitedHealthcare, and we help with insurance authorization. Public programs can also cover ABA in general, and we can talk through options with you.
After the benefits check, your BCBA completes an assessment at home, writes a treatment plan with measurable goals and recommended hours, and we request authorization. Regular sessions begin once it is approved, and your BCBA reviews data and updates goals as your child grows.
Which Atlantic County towns do you serve?
We serve families in Hammonton, Buena, Mullica Township, Egg Harbor City, Hamilton Township and Mays Landing, Egg Harbor Township, Galloway, Absecon, Pleasantville, Somers Point, Northfield, Linwood, Atlantic City, Ventnor, Margate and nearby communities. Families farther south may also want our Cape May County page.
In-home availability varies by town and season, so contact us and ask about current openings near you.
If you live near the Cape May County line, or split the year between a shore home and somewhere else, tell us. We will plan around where your child actually spends the week and be clear about which services we can provide there.
ABA programs for Atlantic County
Full-Day Center-Based ABA
Structured, full-day programming at our Cherry Hill center, with school-readiness built in.
Learn more →ABA Therapy for Children
One-on-one, play-based ABA that builds communication, social and daily-living skills.
Learn more →In-Home ABA Therapy
Therapy in your home, where routines like meals, bedtime and play happen.
Learn more →Early Intervention ABA
Support for toddlers and preschoolers during the years skills grow fastest.
Learn more →School & Community-Based ABA
Help carrying skills into classrooms, playgrounds, stores and outings.
Learn more →Social Skills Development
Turn-taking, conversation, play and friendship skills, practiced with peers.
Learn more →Feeding Therapy (ABA)
Help with picky eating, food selectivity and mealtime behavior, coordinated with your child's doctors.
Learn more →Innovative ABA – Cherry Hill, NJ
Innovative ABA
1939 NJ-70
Cherry Hill Township, NJ 08003
(732) 691-1299
Open 24 hours, 7 days a week
On Route 70 on the east side of Cherry Hill, near the Marlton line. Center-based care happens here; our in-home and community team travels across South Jersey and the Philadelphia area.
Charles Knoppel, BCBA
Clinical Director — Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Charles leads our clinical team and oversees every child’s treatment plan. He reviewed this page for clinical accuracy in October 2026. Meet our team →
Frequently asked questions
Do you have a center in Atlantic County?
No. Our only center is at 1939 NJ-70 in Cherry Hill, about 31 miles from Mays Landing. In Atlantic County we provide in-home, school and community ABA plus parent training. Some western county families also visit the center for groups or assessments.
Is Hammonton close enough for center-based ABA?
Sometimes. Hammonton is on the western edge of Atlantic County, and Route 73 and the Atlantic City Expressway lead toward Cherry Hill. Whether a center schedule works depends on your child's stamina and your routine. Your BCBA will help you decide between center, home or a mix.
Can in-home ABA continue during the summer season?
Yes. ABA is a year-round program, and summer is often a great time to build skills while school is out. Schedules can shift around family plans, and parent training helps keep strategies going during busy weeks. Ask about summer availability in your town.
What does a first in-home ABA session look like?
Your BCBA visits to observe your child, talk with you and run a skills assessment. That information becomes a written treatment plan with clear goals. Your RBT then starts regular sessions, using play and daily routines, while the BCBA reviews data and adjusts the plan.
Do you work with school districts in Atlantic County?
We can, with your permission and the district's agreement. Our BCBA can share data with the Child Study Team and attend IEP meetings, and our school and community-based ABA program can support your child's skills in the classroom. ABA and school services are separate but work best together.
How do we start ABA from Atlantic County?
Call (732) 691-1299 or use our contact page for a free consultation. We check your benefits for free, help with authorization and schedule a skills assessment at home. We often have openings and can start quickly; ask about current availability.
Can sessions fit around shift work or irregular schedules?
We try to. Many Atlantic County parents work early, late or seasonal shifts. In-home sessions can often be scheduled around school and work, though available times depend on therapist schedules in your area. Tell us your routine during the consultation and we will be honest about what we can offer.
ABA for Atlantic County, from inland to the shore
Ask about in-home openings in your town and get a free benefits check. Call (732) 691-1299.