An Autism Diagnosis Doesn't Come With a Roadmap. We Can Help.

Whether your child was recently diagnosed with autism or you are still working toward answers, the next steps are not always obvious. There is a lot of information out there and no clear map for where to begin. That is where we come in.

Talk to one of our team members who can help you figure out the next step.

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Autism Centers of Utah was founded by a family who has been through this same process. The easiest first step is a short conversation. Call us now, or have us call you back whenever works for you.

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You Don't Have to Figure This Out Alone

Autism Centers of Utah was founded by the Katari family after their son Blake was diagnosed with autism. That experience is the heart of everything we do. We are not just a therapy provider; we are a family who understands, from the inside, what these first weeks feel like.

When you call, you are not talking to a call center. You are talking to people who remember sitting where you are sitting now, and who can help you understand what your options actually are.

Wherever You Are, We'll Help You Find the Next Step

Families reach out to us at different points, and all of them are welcome:

Your child was just diagnosed. We can walk you through what a diagnosis means, how ABA therapy works, and how to begin, at your pace.
You suspect autism but don't have a diagnosis yet. We can help you understand what assessments may be appropriate and, in some cases, conduct an ADOS assessment. If a more comprehensive diagnostic evaluation is needed, we can help guide you toward the right specialists.
You're looking for a supportive place for your child during the day. If you have been searching for an autism daycare or preschool for a young child, our center-based ABA program may be exactly what you're picturing. More on that below.

Either way, one phone call can replace hours of searching. We will help you understand where you are and what a realistic next step looks like.

Why Families Choose Autism Centers of Utah

We provide comprehensive autism therapy services in a purpose-built facility designed to help children thrive.

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Family-founded Started by a family who lived the autism journey, not a national franchise
One of Utah's Largest Center-Based Facilities A 15,000 sq ft, purpose-built center in Sandy with an indoor playground, sensory spaces, and art and motor rooms
Everything Under One Roof ABA, plus speech, occupational, and feeding therapy as supportive services within your child's ABA program
Real Clinicians Individualized plans from Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), delivered by trained RBTs
Focused on Children Ages 2–12 With special attention to early intervention

Start Your Child's Journey

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What ABA Therapy Is, and Why Starting Early Matters

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is the most extensively researched intervention for autism and is recognized as the evidence-based, gold-standard treatment. It helps children build communication, social, and daily living skills, step by step, in a way tailored to each child.

Starting early matters. Research consistently shows that early, intensive intervention improves outcomes, and the window before age six, when the brain is most adaptable, tends to produce the greatest gains. Reaching out sooner, even just to ask questions, keeps your options open.

Looking for an Autism Daycare or Preschool?

Many families find us while searching for an "autism daycare" or "autism preschool" for a young child: a safe, structured place to spend the day while building skills. Here is the honest answer: we are a center-based ABA therapy provider, not a licensed daycare or preschool. But for many young children, our program is exactly what those parents were hoping to find.

At our 15,000 sq ft center in Sandy, your child spends structured days learning and growing across dedicated therapy, play, art, and motor spaces, guided by trained clinicians, with a plan built around them. For families weighing a daytime option for a newly diagnosed toddler or preschooler, a free welcome call is the quickest way to hear whether center-based ABA fits what you're looking for.

Our Sandy, Utah Facility

15,000 sq ft

Purpose-built for ABA therapy — one of the largest center-based facilities in Utah, with dedicated spaces designed around every part of a child's day.

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Full Indoor Playground

Turf Room

Art Room

Dedicated Lunch Space

Sensory Spaces

What Happens When You Call

The first step is a free welcome call: a relaxed conversation, not a commitment. We will listen, learn about your child, answer your questions, talk through insurance, and explain what getting started could look like. There is no pressure and no obligation. If it feels like a fit, we will help you take the next step. If not, you will still leave the call with a clearer picture of your options.

Insurance Made Simple

Autism Centers of Utah is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield and Utah Medicaid. If your child is covered by either, we can verify your benefits and help your family get started quickly.

Have a different plan? In some cases our team can help explore coverage through a single-case agreement or out-of-network arrangement. At this time we are unable to work with Tricare.

Common Questions

Does my child need an autism diagnosis first?

If your child already has a diagnosis, bringing that documentation helps us move forward more quickly. If not, our team can help guide you through the next steps and determine what assessments may be appropriate.

Can you diagnose autism?

In some cases we may be able to conduct an ADOS assessment to help families seeking a diagnosis. If a more comprehensive evaluation is needed, we can help guide you toward appropriate specialists.

What ages do you serve?

We primarily serve children ages 2 to 12. Exceptions may be considered depending on your child's individual needs.

Are you a daycare or preschool?

No. We are a center-based ABA therapy provider, not a licensed daycare or preschool. But many young children spend structured, full days at our Sandy center, learning and building skills with our clinical team. If you've been looking for a supportive daytime option after a diagnosis, a welcome call is the best way to see if it's a fit.

Is therapy covered by insurance?

Most major plans cover ABA therapy. We are in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield and Utah Medicaid, and we will verify your benefits before services begin.

Have more questions? Visit our FAQ page or contact us directly.

Let's Talk Whenever You're Ready

You do not need to have it all figured out before you reach out. A single conversation is often the fastest way to turn an overwhelming week into a clear next step. We are a family who understands the journey, and we would be honored to help with yours.