ABA Therapy Serving Ypsilanti, Michigan
Ypsilanti sits right next door to our Ann Arbor center, close enough that daily ABA therapy doesn't have to take over your day. Creating Brighter Futures welcomes Ypsilanti children and teens ages 2 to 18 with autism and other developmental disabilities, with individualized plans designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
How Far Is Creating Brighter Futures From Ypsilanti?
Our center at 4201 Varsity Drive in Ann Arbor is about 6 miles from the center of Ypsilanti, roughly 12 minutes without traffic. The most common route is west on Michigan Avenue, then west on Ellsworth Road for most of the drive, and a quick turn onto Varsity Drive. Your map app may suggest I-94 depending on where in Ypsilanti you start.
ABA sessions typically run 2 to 5 hours, several days a week, so we plan drop-off and pickup times with you. Our hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Ypsilanti Schools and Your Child's IEP
In Ypsilanti Community Schools, special education runs from preschool through grade 12. The district says most students with disabilities are taught in general education classrooms, and each child's Individualized Education Program decides the type and amount of support. Families south of Ford Lake may be in Lincoln Consolidated Schools instead.
If your child is younger than 3, Washtenaw ISD's Early On program provides a free developmental evaluation. Whatever stage your child is at, our team can help you prepare for IEP meetings and coordinate therapy hours so school and ABA goals point the same direction.
Schools in Ypsilanti
Ypsilanti Community Schools runs early learning centers, elementary, K–8, middle, and high schools across the city and township. Here are its buildings, with links to each school’s page:
Early learning centers
Elementary schools
- Erickson Elementary
- Estabrook Elementary
- Holmes STEAM Elementary
- Ypsilanti International Elementary School
K–8 schools
Middle and high schools
Ypsilanti Community Schools students with significant disabilities can also be referred to High Point School, run by Washtenaw ISD in Ann Arbor.
ABA Programs for Ypsilanti Families
Younger children often start in our Early Intervention Program (ages 2 to 8), where we work on communication, play, toilet training, and getting ready for a classroom. Older kids and teens join the Junior & Adolescent Program (ages 8 to 18), which practices hygiene, adaptive skills, and pre-vocational skills in a center with its own kitchen and laundry room. Our group programs add small-group practice with peers.
Around Ypsilanti
The Ypsilanti District Library's Superior branch has hosted an ASL-friendly sensory storytime for young children, so its events calendar is worth watching. Each August, the free Ypsilanti Heritage Festival fills Riverside Park, Depot Town, and downtown; if crowds are hard for your child, quieter morning hours and a planned exit can make it easier to enjoy.
Your First Visit
Start with a free tour and consultation. You'll meet our team, see the rooms your child would use, and ask anything about how therapy works. If you don't have a diagnosis yet, we'll help you find an approved evaluation center, then handle the insurance request with you. Our Parent's Guide to ABA Therapy video is a good place to start.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How long is the drive from Ypsilanti to Creating Brighter Futures?
About 12 minutes, or 6 miles, from the center of Ypsilanti without traffic, mostly along Michigan Avenue and Ellsworth Road.
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Does ABA therapy replace my child's services at Ypsilanti Community Schools?
No. Many children receive school services and ABA at the same time. We help families coordinate the two and prepare for IEP meetings.
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Which insurance plans do you work with?
We are credentialed with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, and Priority Health. If your plan isn't listed, call us and we'll help you explore your options.
