Autism Services in Monroeville, PA
Information
Hours
- Monday through Friday: 8:30AM-6PM
- Saturday: 8AM-2PM
- Sunday: By Appointment Only

Lauren Wagner, M.S., BCBA, LBS
Education
- Bachelors Degree in Human Development with a minor in Psychology at Bowling Green State University
- Masters of Science (M.S.) Psychology with a Applied Behavior Analysis concentration at Purdue University
Experience
- Years of Experience: 9





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Caring Autism Therapy in Monroeville, PA
Our autism services in Monroeville, PA help children with autism build confidence, develop new skills, and thrive —one step at a time. Our Helping Hands Family clinical team uses Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to achieve meaningful growth for both your child and your family. We make our ABA therapy personalized to your child based on:
- Strengths
- Needs
- Interests
- Motivations
Our autism treatment is warm and playful, because our ABA therapy incorporates:
- Play-Based Learning – We use your child’s natural interests and fun activities to create engaging learning experiences.
- Child-Led Sessions – ABA therapy is guided by your child’s choices and interests to keep therapy motivating and meaningful.
- Positive Reinforcement – We encourage progress by rewarding helpful behaviors and celebrating achievements.
Our approach creates a fun, stress-free environment where learning feels natural.
Our individualized autism treatment plans ensure your child’s learning has the proper pace, style, and goals. Learning life skills and positive behaviors can take time, but our dedicated team makes every session engaging with interactive games, consistent support, and encouragement.
Through individualized ABA therapy, we empower children to reach their full potential—while making the journey enjoyable for everyone involved. Our treatment can help your child improve in:
- Expressing needs and desires more effectively
- Improving motor skills and coordination
- Responding to situations with appropriate behaviors
- Learning how to solve problems independently
- Finding an improved quality of life

ABA Therapy Can Be Covered by Insurance
Since they are medically prescribed and provided by licensed professionals, Helping Hands Family’s ABA therapy services in Monroeville are covered by most insurance plans.
Not sure where to start? Our Care Coordination Team is here to help by:
- Walking you through the intake process.
- Explaining what documentation you need.
- Helping you explore diagnostic providers and insurance options
The documents you’ll need for starting ABA therapy with Helping Hands Family are:
- A doctor’s prescription
- A diagnostic report for autism
- Front and back image of your insurance card
Why Choose ABA Therapy?
ABA therapy is a proven approach that helps children with autism learn new skills, build independence, and improve everyday behaviors. ABA therapy is endorsed by:
- The US Surgeon General
- American Psychological Association
ABA therapy works by breaking down skills into small, manageable steps and teaching them through repetition, positive reinforcement, and structured play. At our autism clinic in Monroeville, PA, we use ABA to support your child’s growth in communication, social interaction, and daily routines.
Benefits of ABA therapy include:
- Stronger communication and language skills
- Improved focus, listening, and following directions
- Greater confidence in social settings
- More independence with everyday tasks
- Reduction of challenging behaviors

Discover How ABA Therapy Can Support Your Family
At Helping Hands Family, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. From your first call, we work to make the intake process simple and stress-free. Our team offers ongoing parent education and helpful resources so you can feel confident and informed about your child’s autism diagnosis and the benefits of ABA therapy.
If your further away from Monroeville, we have ABA therapy in Mount Lebanon and proudly serve families throughout Allegheny County. As demand grows, we continue expanding our clinic locations to bring personalized, high-quality autism services to more communities across Pennsylvania.
Ready to get started? Our Care Coordination Team is here to answer your questions and help you begin services. Contact us today to register and take the first step toward meaningful growth for your child.
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*We also have out-of-network and private pay options. Contact us to verify your insurance benefits today!