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ABA Therapy Serving Dexter, Michigan

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Dexter is a close-knit town, and many families there want therapy that feels just as personal. Creating Brighter Futures provides individualized ABA therapy for children and teens ages 2 to 18 with autism and other developmental disabilities, with a Board Certified Behavior Analyst guiding every plan.

How Far Is Creating Brighter Futures From Dexter?

From downtown Dexter, our center at 4201 Varsity Drive in Ann Arbor is about 14 miles away, roughly 20 minutes without traffic. Take Baker Road south to I-94 east, exit at State Street, and follow Ellsworth Road to Varsity Drive.

With sessions that usually run 2 to 5 hours, the drive is part of the plan. We'll work with you on times that line up with school pickup, work schedules, and siblings' activities.

Dexter Community Schools and Your Child's IEP

Dexter Community Schools' special education department serves most students with disabilities in general education classrooms and uses each student's Individualized Education Program to set the type and amount of support. For babies and toddlers, Washtenaw ISD's Early On program provides a free evaluation for children under 3.

We help Dexter parents understand evaluations and IEP goals, speak up for the supports their child needs, and keep school and ABA working together.

Schools in Dexter

Dexter Community Schools groups its grades by building, from early childhood at Jenkins through Dexter High School:

Early childhood and elementary

Intermediate, middle, and high school

Dexter Community Schools students with significant disabilities can also be referred to High Point School, run by Washtenaw ISD in Ann Arbor.

Programs for Dexter Kids

For younger children, the Early Intervention Program (ages 2 to 8) works on communication, dressing, fine and gross motor skills, and getting ready for kindergarten and first grade. Older children and teens join the Junior & Adolescent Program (ages 8 to 18). Teens can also take part in our PEERS social skills groups, a 14-week program developed at UCLA.

Around Dexter

The Dexter Area Chamber of Commerce lists community traditions such as the Dexter Summer Festival, Music in the Park, Light Up Dexter, and Dexter Ice Fest. Short visits to familiar events can help a child practice the flexibility and waiting skills we work on in sessions.

Getting Started From Dexter

Schedule a free tour and consultation to see the center. We'll walk you through the autism evaluation if you need one and handle the insurance request with you. We are credentialed with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, and Priority Health. Have questions first? Our FAQ covers hours, session length, and more.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How long is the drive from Dexter to Creating Brighter Futures?
    About 20 minutes, or 14 miles, from downtown Dexter without traffic, by way of Baker Road and I-94 east.
  • Can my child keep their Dexter Community Schools services while doing ABA?
    Yes. ABA and school services often work side by side, and we help families coordinate goals and prepare for IEP meetings.
  • Do you offer speech or occupational therapy too?
    We don't offer those therapies directly, but we collaborate with outside providers and can recommend trusted local options.