About Us
Wave Family Services delivers evidence-based ABA therapy with a client-first approach. Founded on the belief that families deserve ethical, compassionate behavioral support.
Your Family's Progress Is Our Priority
Your Family's Progress Is Our Priority
Wave Family Services was founded on a simple principle: families deserve better. We saw too many ABA companies prioritizing profit over patient outcomes, cutting corners on quality care.
Wave Family Services was founded on a simple principle: families deserve better. We saw too many ABA companies prioritizing profit over patient outcomes, cutting corners on quality care.
Our team’s dedication ensures each child feels supported, valued, and inspired to explore the world around them with curiosity and confidence.
Our team’s dedication ensures each child feels supported, valued, and inspired to explore the world around them with curiosity and confidence.
Board Certified Behavior Analysts
Board Certified Behavior Analysts
Board Certified Behavior Analysts
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Years Combined Experience
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Years Combined Experience
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Years Combined Experience
Our Mission
To nurture growth, confidence, and joy through supportive, family-centered care. We believe that every moment can be meaningful, and we partner with families to create positive experiences that build lasting skills, stronger relationships, and brighter futures—one wave at a time.
Our Mission
To nurture growth, confidence, and joy through supportive, family-centered care. We believe that every moment can be meaningful, and we partner with families to create positive experiences that build lasting skills, stronger relationships, and brighter futures—one wave at a time.
Our Mission
To nurture growth, confidence, and joy through supportive, family-centered care. We believe that every moment can be meaningful, and we partner with families to create positive experiences that build lasting skills, stronger relationships, and brighter futures—one wave at a time.
Our Vision
A community where every child receives ethical, evidence-based behavioral support. Where families find genuine partnership, not just providers. Where clinical excellence and compassion create meaningful, lasting progress.
Our Vision
A community where every child receives ethical, evidence-based behavioral support. Where families find genuine partnership, not just providers. Where clinical excellence and compassion create meaningful, lasting progress.
Our Vision
A community where every child receives ethical, evidence-based behavioral support. Where families find genuine partnership, not just providers. Where clinical excellence and compassion create meaningful, lasting progress.
Our Foundational Values
We strive for the highest standards in everything we do.
Evidence-Based Practice
Proven ABA methods delivered by Board Certified Behavior Analysts.
Family Partnership
Parents are active partners, learning strategies to reinforce skills everywhere.
Ethics Over Profit
Your child's progress comes first. We deliver quality care without cutting corners.
Flexible Locations
Therapy in your home or community settings.
Individualized Plans
Treatment tailored to your child's unique strengths, needs, and goals.
Evidence-Based Practice
Proven ABA methods delivered by Board Certified Behavior Analysts.
Flexible Locations
Therapy in your home or community settings.
Family Partnership
Parents are active partners, learning strategies to reinforce skills everywhere.
Individualized Plans
Treatment tailored to your child's unique strengths, needs, and goals.
Ethics Over Profit
Your child's progress comes first. We deliver quality care without cutting corners.
Our TEAM
Meet Our Behavior Analysts
Meet Our Behavior Analysts
Wave's team of Board Certified Behavior Analysts brings clinical expertise and genuine care to every family we serve.
Maria Spells, MS, BCBA
Co-Founder & Clinical Director
Maria founded Wave to provide ethical, client-first ABA services. Her vision ensures every family receives the quality care they deserve.
Maria Spells, MS, BCBA
Co-Founder & Clinical Director
Maria founded Wave to provide ethical, client-first ABA services. Her vision ensures every family receives the quality care they deserve.
Sara Wickenheiser, MEd, BCBA
Co-Founder & Chief Financial Officer
Sara brings expertise in individualized treatment planning and family-centered behavioral support.
Sara Wickenheiser, MEd, BCBA
Co-Founder & Chief Financial Officer
Sara brings expertise in individualized treatment planning and family-centered behavioral support.
How we work
How we work
Behind the scenes, we rely on Raven Health — a trusted ABA platform that keeps our team organized, accountable, and focused on what matters most: your child's progress.
Behind the scenes, we rely on Raven Health — a trusted ABA platform that keeps our team organized, accountable, and focused on what matters most: your child's progress.
Your child's goals and progress are always organized and up to date — so when your team shares updates with you, the information is clear, accurate, and easy to understand.
Your child's goals and progress are always organized and up to date — so when your team shares updates with you, the information is clear, accurate, and easy to understand.
Ready to Get Started?
Schedule a free consultation to discuss how we can support your family's journey.
Ready to Get Started?
Schedule a free consultation to discuss how we can support your family's journey.
Ready to Get Started?
Schedule a free consultation to discuss how we can support your family's journey.