Why Work With ABA Building Blocks?
At ABA Building Blocks, we are the eHarmony of ABA. Rather than acting as a traditional brokerage firm focused solely on transactions, we specialize in connecting like-minded buyers and sellers who share similar values, goals, and visions for the future of their organizations.
Built on over two decades of hands-on experience in the ABA industry, our signature process is designed to help providers achieve maximum business valuation while securing the right long-term partner. We understand that selling an ABA company is about more than numbers—it’s about protecting the legacy you’ve built, supporting your staff, and ensuring continuity of care for the clients and families you serve.
That’s why our approach goes beyond financials. We focus on strategic matchmaking—carefully aligning buyers and sellers based on culture, clinical philosophy, growth strategy, and long-term vision. The right partnership can make all the difference, creating transitions that are not only successful, but sustainable for everyone involved.
Current Listings
Chicago Multidisciplinary Pediatric Provider
Operating since 2013, this clinic provides a combination of ABA, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and mental health services through a predominantly clinic-based model, with approximately 98% of services delivered in-center.
Utah Multi-Location ABA Practice
This company has been operating for more than 15 years and provides ABA services across three clinic locations. The platform currently serves 125+ active ABA clients, has 17 BCBAs, 100+ RBTs, and maintains a significant existing waitlist, creating meaningful capacity for continued growth.
Georgia Multi-Location ABA Practice with Separate Occupational Therapy Business
The company currently operates 4 clinic locations, serves 100+ active clients, and maintains an existing waitlist that supports immediate organic growth. The transaction also includes a separately structured occupational therapy (OT) business, offering buyers an opportunity to expand into a multidisciplinary care model.
Chicago ABA Practice
Founded in 2021, this clinician-led, center-based ABA provider specializes in early intervention for children under five and has built a strong reputation in the Chicago market. The Company operates a structured, group-based clinical model and is currently operating at full capacity, with demand significantly exceeding available treatment slots.
New Jersey / New York ABA Provider
Founded in 2008, the Company provides comprehensive Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services in New Jersey with a small client base in New York. The service delivery model combines 80% in-home and 20% school-based services, offering a full spectrum of behavioral health interventions for clients aged 0-21 years. The company has also recently launched an adult services program.
Why Acquire an ABA Practice?
The ABA therapy market is expected to grow at a 4.5% CAGR over the next 3-5 years. The top nine companies posted $547 million in revenue in 2019 alone, and are all for-profit organizations.
These top brands only represent an estimated 25% of the total market share in the ABA therapy market, leaving plenty of room for growth within the market.
Growth Opportunity
Acquiring an existing ABA practice can accelerate growth, access established client bases, and improve market positioning.
Market Advantage
Enter the ABA market quickly, capitalizing on existing reputation and client relationships.
Lower Risk
Acquiring an established practice offers a lower risk compared to starting from scratch, with existing infrastructure, staff, and reputation.
Interested in Buying an ABA Practice?
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FAQ
Look for strong client retention, consistent revenue growth, quality clinical outcomes, effective administrative systems, and positive relationships with insurance companies and the local community. The practice should have documented policies, procedures, and compliance measures in place.
Initial valuation and due diligence, letter of intent, comprehensive financial and operational review, purchase agreement negotiation, transition planning, and closing. Each step requires careful attention to both clinical and business aspects of the practice.
Typically 4-6 months from initial discussion to closing, though it can vary based on complexity, due diligence findings, and negotiations. Simple acquisitions might take 3 months, while more complex ones could extend beyond 6 months.
Purchase price (typically 3-6x EBITDA), transaction fees (legal, accounting, consulting), due diligence costs, licensing and regulatory compliance expenses, and potential renovation or equipment upgrade costs. Working capital will also be needed for post-acquisition operations.
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After all, purchasing a business is a monumental undertaking that isn’t to be taken for granted. Work with the professional business consultants with ABA Building Blocks to make sure you’re prepared to purchase a firm.