04/22/2026
Several new ABA therapy centers and schools, primarily focusing on center-based services, have opened or recently expanded in Massachusetts, particularly in the Sturbridge, Quincy, Springfield/Fall River, and Bedford areas as of late 2025/early 2026, offering, in some cases, immediate, no-waitlist opportunities. These locations focus on play-based learning and early intervention for children with autism.
The Stepping Stones Group
The Stepping Stones Group
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New and Recently Opened ABA Centers in MA
Sturbridge Learning Center (LEARN Behavioral) (Sturbridge, MA): Opened late 2025 at 179 Main Street, offering center-based, in-home, and early intervention for ages 2–12.
Bierman Autism Centers (Quincy & Bedford, MA): New location in Quincy (2300 Crown Colony Dr.) and a Bedford location offering center-based, play-led ABA therapy. They also introduced an "Evening Explorers" program for after-school.
Behavioral Health Network (BHN) (Springfield & Fall River, MA): New "Abilities Learning Centers" are now open with no waitlists for children under 21, offering in-center and in-home services.
InBloom Autism Services (Woburn, MA): Provides center-based care for children 18 months to 5 years at 12 Gill St.
The Stepping Stones Group (Various Locations): Recently expanded with centers in Wakefield, Brockton, and Danvers.
Butterfly Effects (Feeding Hills, MA): A new center is opening/has recently opened in Feeding Hills.
Bierman Autism Centers
Bierman Autism Centers
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Other Nearby Specialized Programs
The Darnell School (Hudson, MA): A year-round, DESE-approved program for students aged 9–22.
Pathways Academy (McLean Hospital): A specialized school for students ages 6–22 with autism and comorbid conditions.
McLean Hospital
McLean Hospital
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These providers typically offer early intervention, social skills groups, and parent training. Most also work with major health plans and MassHealth.
