Therapy hours are determined based on the individual needs of the child and the recommendations outlined in their treatment plan.

The specifics will be discussed during the intake and planning process. We do not have a minimum hour requirement.

We provide a clinical recommendation that is tailored to your child and family.

Thrive provides services to individuals across a broad age range, focusing on early intervention and ongoing developmental support. 

 We serve clients who range from birth to 21 years old. here

Thrive emphasizes respectful, individualized care that honors each client's unique strengths and needs. Interventions are designed to support developmental goals without compromising the individual’s self-identity.

Staff members are trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Trauma Informed Care, and Assent-Based Procedures as part of our focus on neuro-affirming care.

At Thrive our teams are led by either a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Specialist in Naturalistic Developmental Behavior Intervention.

At many ABA practices, team leaders only provide indirect, intermittent supervision to their interventionist team. At Thrive, our clinicians also provide direct therapy hours to your child, connect with parents on an ongoing basis, and collaborate with key adults in the child’s life.  This provides regular access to clinician-level support.

The team leader is responsible for creating and maintaining Behavior Support Plans, training interventionists, supervising therapy sessions, and monitoring data to ensure progress. They work closely with families to set meaningful goals and adapt interventions as needed.

While Thrive specializes in autism, autism, we also support neurodiverse individuals with developmental and/or behavioral challenges.

An autism diagnosis is not required to receive services with Thrive.

Thrive takes a collaborative, family-centered approach. Teaching occurs in mutually enjoyable relationships and natural play or daily routines, and incorporates interdisciplinary expertise.  

In contrast to some ABA practices, Thrive guides all programming from a deep understanding of child and human development.

Interventions focus on functional and meaningful outcomes, with the latest research guiding our interventions. We dedicate ourselves to an assent and values-based approach to therapy that works on goals identified by individuals and their families.

Thrive currently operates in-person services in Denver, CO and the Roaring Fork Valley including Aspen, Carbondale, and Glenwood Springs, CO and nearby communities.

Thrive Denver: 3501 Blake Street, Denver, CO 80205
Thrive Aspen: 109 Aspen Airport Business Center, Aspen, CO 81611

Phone: (303) 304-6819
Fax: 720-491-1076

If you live outside of these areas but are interested in exploring service options, please feel free to contact us.

Thrive has 2 ESDM certified trainers and multiple ESDM certified therapists on staff.

The ESDM service model is the foundation for our approach to therapy at Thrive and all staff members receive specific training to ensure high standards in delivering this evidence-based approach.

Regular parent involvement is critical to our approach. Thrive includes parents in team meetings, direct coaching, and training to help families generalize teaching strategies into everyday routines. Families are encouraged to collaborate with the therapy team so we can provide services that match your family values and expectations.

Yes, Thrive provides services in schools and community settings when appropriate, ensuring interventions align with the client’s natural environments.