Personalized ABA therapy, delivered with heart
Innovative ABA provides warm, personalized ABA therapy for children with autism across New Jersey and Pennsylvania. We’re a close-knit team of compassionate professionals who treat every child — and every family — like our own.
Our mission: helping every child reach their full potential
Innovative ABA was founded on a simple belief: every child deserves personalized ABA therapy that meets them exactly where they are. As an Applied Behavior Analysis provider serving families across New Jersey and Pennsylvania, we help children with autism build communication, social, and daily-living skills through positive, individualized teaching — at home, in the community, and through everyday play.
We’re proud to be the personal alternative to large therapy centers. With hundreds of qualified therapists across two states, we match your child with the right person quickly, without the long waitlists families so often face. But what truly sets us apart is how we work once you’re with us: with genuine warmth, close communication, and a real focus on your child as an individual, not a case number.
Our team is experienced and multilingual — fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish — so families feel understood from the very first conversation. We see parents as partners, coaching and supporting you at every step so the progress your child makes carries over into school, home, and friendships for years to come. From your first call to every milestone along the way, our goal is to make this journey feel a little lighter, and a lot more hopeful.
The values behind every session
Compassion first
We lead with warmth and patience. Every child is met with kindness, and every family is treated like part of ours.
Truly personalized
No one-size-fits-all programs. Each plan is built around your child’s unique strengths, needs, and goals.
Experienced & multilingual
A skilled, caring team — fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish — so every family feels at home with us.
Care that fits your family’s real life
Great ABA therapy doesn’t happen in a vacuum. We design programs that work within your routines, your home, and your goals — and we keep you involved and informed at every step.
- Thoughtful assessmentWe start by getting to know your child and what matters most to your family.
- An individualized planA board-supervised program tailored to your child’s strengths, needs, and goals.
- Parent coaching & progressHands-on support and clear updates so the gains continue beyond each session.
Charles Knoppel, BCBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) & Clinical Director, Innovative ABA
Charles leads the clinical team at Innovative ABA, overseeing the quality and consistency of every child’s program. With a deep commitment to compassionate, evidence-based care, he makes sure each plan is individualized, family-centered, and built to help your child make real, lasting progress.
His philosophy is simple: treat every child like the only child, and partner closely with every family at every step of the journey.
- Oversees every individualized planEvidence-based programs tailored to each child.
- Leads our supervisors & therapistsGuiding consistent, high-quality care across NJ & PA.
- Family-first philosophyCompassion and partnership at the center of everything.
Why families across NJ & PA trust Innovative ABA
Innovative ABA was founded on a simple belief: every child deserves to be treated like the only child. We combine the warmth of a family-first practice with the clinical depth of an experienced team, so children with autism get care that is both genuinely compassionate and truly effective. From your very first call, you’ll feel the difference of a team that listens before it plans.
Our approach is built on evidence-based ABA therapy, individualized for each child and supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). We meet children where they are — at home, in school, and in the community — so the communication, social, and daily-living skills they build show up where they matter most. And because we have a large, caring team, families can begin without the long waitlists so common elsewhere.
We also know that progress is a partnership. Parents and caregivers are part of every plan, with hands-on coaching that turns everyday moments into opportunities to grow. Serving families throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania, our mission is to make the journey clear, supportive, and full of real, lasting wins for your child.
About Innovative ABA — frequently asked questions
What is ABA therapy?+
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based therapy that helps children with autism build communication, social, self-care, and daily-living skills, while reducing behaviors that get in the way of learning. Every program is individualized and supervised by a BCBA.
Where does Innovative ABA provide services?+
We serve families across New Jersey and Pennsylvania, providing in-home, school, and community-based ABA therapy so care fits naturally into your child’s life.
Do you accept insurance?+
Yes. We accept most major insurers including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Tricare, and UnitedHealthcare, and ABA is often covered for an autism diagnosis. We verify your benefits for free.
How quickly can my child start?+
Because we have a large team of caring therapists, most families can begin without a long wait. We move at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
Is a parent involved in therapy?+
Absolutely. Parent and caregiver coaching is built into our programs, so you gain the tools and confidence to support your child’s progress every day.
How do I get started?+
Call (732) 691-1299 or request a free consultation. We’ll listen, answer your questions, verify your insurance, and build a plan around your child.
Ready to get to know us?
Schedule a free, no-pressure consultation. We’ll answer your questions and help you take the next step toward ABA therapy that truly fits your family.