Colorado Springs nonprofit
Where Kids Learnto be Kids
Helping children with disabilities develop the skills that allow them to navigate day-to-day interactions using research-based and data-driven interventions.
Begin the Journey
Not sure where to start? We can help determine the next steps in your child’s journey to getting the help you both need for a more fulfilling and happier life.
Worried about funding? Learn about how the Andersen Scholarship could help your family.
First: Call to schedule your free tour
Schedule your free informational tour to see if PlayDate Behavioral is right for your child by calling (719) 465-3989
Next: Fill out the Intake Packet
Before your appointment, please print and fill out our Intake Packet.
Download Your Intake PacketThen: Bring your paperwork
Be sure to bring the Completed Intake Packet, Insurance card, and Diagnosis Paperwork to your appointment.
How PlayDate helps
Individual Therapy
Focused therapy for children of all ages
Our qualified staff works one-on-one with children from birth to 18 years old using ABA services to develop skills and goals across all domains, including behavior, communication, academics, and social.
Social Skills
Providing an opportunity to practice and generalize social skills
We offer a range of group therapy opportunities to provide children of all ages, with opportunities to interact with other children, learn critical social skills, and just have fun.
Respite Level Therapeutic Care
Receive the assistance and encouragement you need
Respite-level therapeutic care is the provision of short-term, temporary relief to those caring for children with disabilities when they cannot be properly supervised by a neighbor or in a traditional daycare setting.
Educational Support
Discover the help or training your child needs to excel
We help your child get the support and education they deserve. With extended School Year, School Consultant and Training for Professionals, and Educational Placement.
Why Choose PlayDate Behavioral Interventions?
PlayDate Behavioral Interventions is a nonprofit organization providing a full spectrum of applied behavioral interventions to children with disabilities, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy, Community Connector, Pediatric Personal Care (PPC), Educational Placement and Respite Care.
Our Activities and Staff can Accommodate Individuals with...
- Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) Devices
- Picture Exchange Communication Systems (PECS)
- Food Allergies & Special Diets (including GFCF)
- Physical Limitations
- G-tubes or Feeding Aversions
- Challenging Behaviors (specializing in aggression)
- Medication Needs
- Sign Language
What is Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) refers to a collection of strategies based on the application of operant learning principles to real life problems. The science of ABA encompasses a variety of methods such as Discrete Trial Teaching (DTT), Verbal Behavior (VB), and Natural Environment Teaching (NET). All areas of ABA are research-based and data-driven.
These methods are used for a variety of reasons, including the acquisition of communication, increasing appropriate behavior, improving self-help skills, pre-academic/academic skills, and socialization skills. Clients receiving ABA therapy can be assured that they are receiving some of the best researched and effective treatments available for children with developmental disabilities, including those with autism.
Award-Winning Care, Backed by Our Community!
We are thrilled to be chosen for the Sprouts Farmers Market Healthy Communities Foundation Grant!
This generous gift helps boost our mission to provide high-quality interventions to children with autism and other disabilities while educating the community, regardless of the family’s ability to pay for services.
We are excited about the opportunities this grant will provide and are committed to utilizing these resources effectively to make a positive impact. Thank you once again for your trust and partnership in fostering healthier communities.
We are proud to announce that PlayDate Behavioral Interventions has been recognized as a 2026 BusinessRate Best of Award Winner in the Child Health Care Center category in Colorado Springs! This recognition, based on Google Reviews, reflects the trust and support of the families we serve. We are incredibly grateful to our wonderful families and dedicated team for helping us achieve this honor. Thank you for allowing us to make a positive difference in the lives of children and families in our community!
Ways to be part of PlayDate
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Everything we do is based on donations from our community. Your generous donations go toward helping children become stronger, happier kids.
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At PlayDate, we understand the importance of creating an inclusive and supportive environment for all children, including those with special needs.