Behavioral Health Business July 22, 2024
Morgan Gonzales

Private equity-backed ABA Connect has acquired ABA Therapy of Houston, bringing its footprint to 12 facilities across Texas and Colorado.

The acquisition bolsters ABA Connect’s foothold in the greater Houston area, complementing its existing facility in nearby Katy, Texas. The company’s CEO, Jessie Smedley, called ABA Therapy of Houston a “natural addition.”

“In our early intervention service line, we are committed to providing therapy in naturalistic, playful environments to the children we serve,” Jessie Smedley, CEO of ABA Connect, said in a statement. “Partnering with ATH aligns well with our mission, vision, and values, maximizing the benefits for the children and families we serve in the Houston market.”

Founded in 2013, ABA Connect uses a play-based, early intervention-focused approach to...

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