About Autism & Behavior Services
Autism & Behavior Services (ABS) is a locally owned and operated ABA therapy provider in Chattanooga, Tennessee, founded in 2008 by Dr. Laura Forkum, BCBA-D, LBA. As one of the few BCBA-D-owned ABA clinics in the area, ABS delivers center-based 1:1 therapy, functional behavior assessments, parent and caregiver training, school district consultation, and workshops using evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis principles. The organization emphasizes a neurodiversity-affirming, assent-based clinical model with no corporate bureaucracy and a small, collaborative team environment.
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Transparency Score
8.0
out of 10
Above typicalDirectory median 6.0Higher than 79% of ABA companies on CertifyndABA
- Pay 2 of 3 points
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- Not found: Pay listed for more than one role
- Leadership 2.5 of 2.5 points
- Found: Leadership named
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- Services & work settings 2.5 of 2.5 points
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- Accreditation 1 of 2 points
- Not found: Recognized accreditation (BHCOE, Joint Commission, CARF)
- Found: Other certifications listed
Quick Stats
Employee Sentiment5.0/10