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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a multifaceted neurodevelopmental condition that affects an estimated 1 in 31 children in the United States. ASD frequently co-occurs with a wide range of developmental, emotional, sensory, and medical conditions necessitating a multifaceted and coordinated approach to care. In this paper, we describe the programmatic evaluation of a transformation of an applied behavior analysis (ABA) focused multidisciplinary therapy clinic into an interdisciplinary ASD therapy center. Using a quality improvement Plan-Do-Study-Act framework, we outline our process for building integrated teams, cultivating interdisciplinary collaboration, and enhancing respect among disciplines. Results indicated improved respect and collaboration among disciplines (ABA, speech, occupational, mental health therapists and psychologists) over the course of three years. By sharing practical strategies and lessons learned, this paper aims to support other ASD treatment providers, clinic leaders, and health systems in reimagining how interdisciplinary collaboration can advance outcomes for autistic children and their families.
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Published in Behavior Analysis in Practice, 2026.
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McCary, L. M., & Hoehne, K. G. (2026). A Programmatic Evaluation of Interdisciplinary Collaboration at a Center-Based Organization. Behavior Analysis in Practice.https://doi.org/10.1007/s40617-026-01175-z