Immediate Enrollment for Young Children at Woburn ABA Therapy Center

Woburn, United States - March 11, 2026 / First Steps Developmental Services /

First Steps Developmental Services Announces Immediate Enrollment for Children Ages Birth Through 6

WOBURN, MA - March 2026 - For families in the greater Boston area facing a new autism diagnosis, one of the most challenging aspects is the waiting period. The waitlists for quality ABA therapy can extend for months, sometimes even longer, while the crucial developmental window identified by researchers continues to close.

First Steps Developmental Services, a center-based ABA therapy center located at 18 Commerce Way in Woburn, is excited to announce that it is now accepting enrollments, with no waiting list in place. Families with children from birth to age 6 can initiate the intake process right away.

"Every week a child spends waiting is a week of potential growth that doesn't happen," said Jarrod Scalzo, MSEd, BCBA, LABA, Founder and CEO of First Steps Developmental Services. "We established this center to eliminate that barrier. Families who reach out today can begin the process as soon as this week."

A Center Designed by a Caregiver, for Caregivers

Scalzo brings over 20 years of experience in autism education to First Steps Developmental Services, which he founded with a mission deeply rooted in both personal conviction and professional expertise. As a parent himself, Scalzo holds a Master's degree in Severe Needs Special Education from Simmons University and has dedicated his career to working in clinical and educational environments, mentoring professionals and developing evidence-based programs for young children with autism and developmental delays.

"I understand what it feels like to be a parent trying to determine the best next step," Scalzo remarked. "First Steps was established by caregivers, for caregivers. Our role is to equip families with the knowledge, tools, and support they need to progress confidently - starting from day one."

What Families Can Anticipate

First Steps Developmental Services provides both full-day and half-day programs, each structured around a dedicated 1:1 therapist for every child. The programming is tailored and play-based, incorporating three core daily activities: circle time focused on the calendar, weather, and peer social interaction; one-on-one therapy sessions targeting each child's unique goals; and tactile, kinesthetic group activities designed to enhance communication, peer interaction, and a variety of educational and developmental skills.

The center features two clinical therapy spaces - the Discovery Room and the Explorers Room - that are designed to feel inviting and child-centered rather than clinical, with vibrant, engaging environments specifically created for early learning.

Family involvement is a fundamental aspect of the program. Parent and caregiver coaching is integrated into the model, ensuring that the skills children develop at the center are reinforced and extended at home.

Insurance and Accessibility

First Steps Developmental Services is currently in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Tufts Health Plan, Harvard Pilgrim, Aetna, Cigna/Evernorth, and Carelon, with United Healthcare in the process of being added. Massachusetts law mandates insurance coverage for ABA therapy for children with an autism diagnosis. The First Steps team collaborates directly with families to verify benefits and assist with the enrollment process before any decisions are required.

A complimentary 30-minute parent support call is available for families who are uncertain about where to start - no commitment to services is necessary.

About First Steps Developmental Services

First Steps Developmental Services is a center-based ABA therapy program in Woburn, Massachusetts, dedicated to serving children from birth through age 6 with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, and related needs. Founded by Jarrod Scalzo, MSEd, BCBA, LABA, the center offers individualized, play-based therapy through a 1:1 model with a clinical team that includes Board Certified Behavior Analysts and early childhood specialists. First Steps proudly serves families from Woburn, Winchester, Burlington, Wilmington, Lexington, Arlington, and Andover, as well as other communities in Middlesex and Essex Counties.

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Contact Information:

First Steps Developmental Services

18 Commerce Way, Suite 1500
Woburn, MA 01801
United States

Jarrod Scalzo
+1 (781) 460-9756
https://firststepsds.com

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