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We’re accepting new clients in St. Albans, Vermont!

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Address:

5 Lemnah Dr, Suite 1, St. Albans, VT 05478

Setting:

Center-based

Ages:

2-6 Years

Autism Care Partners accepts most insurance providers

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ACP accepts most commercial and Medicaid insurance providers in the Northeast states we work in. All 50 US states mandate insurance coverage for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) diagnosis and treatment, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, though the specific coverage details and restrictions vary by state. Our passionate team is ready to discuss the intake and insurance verification process with you. Give us a call at 800-679-3609 or email us at Welcome@AutismCarePartners.com  

Who will you be working with on Team St. Albans?

Micaela Gagne Ballard (Family Liaison).

Micaela Gagne Ballard

Family Liaison

Born and raised in Vermont, Micaela’s experience spans both human and veterinary medicine where she has had the privilege of supporting patients and their families. She takes pride in offering a welcoming, organized and comfortable environment where everyone feels respected and supported.

Melyssa Sweet, PsyD

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Sweet is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Vermont and a nationally certified school Psychologist. In 2021, she earned her Psy.D. in School Psychology from The State University of New York at Albany with a focus in children and families, psychological assessment, and learning. Dr. Sweet joined Autism Care Partners in the spring of 2024, where she specializes in the assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Dr. Melyssa Sweet (Licensed Clinical Psychologist).
Jeremy Bushey (Speech-Language Pathologist).

Jeremy Bushey, MS, CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

Jeremy earned his master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Emerson College in 2018. He has experience working with school-aged students with a variety of communication needs. He values building strong and meaningful relationships with learners and their families. He believes in using child-led, play-based therapy approaches to support learners’ language and communication skills.

Shelbi Dufrane, MS OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Shelbi is a licensed and board-certified Occupational Therapist. She graduated from Clarkson University with her master’s degree in Occupational Therapy in Potsdam, NY. Shelbi has previous experience in pediatrics, working on a multidisciplinary team to assess clients for diagnoses including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and ADHD. She also provided outpatient services to children who have received a diagnosis within the clinic, addressing various sensory and fine motor needs. Her passion for putting the “fun” in “functional” is the driving force behind her play-based approach to interventions. Shelbi strives to be innovative and provide services that are highly individualized- tailored specifically to each client’s areas for growth and interests.

Shelbi Dufrane (Occupational Therapist).

Let’s get in touch!

We’re accepting new clients at our Auburn, MA center on Randolph St! Give us a call at 800-679-3609 or complete our contact form to start chatting with our compassionate team to review our center-based ABA, Speech, and OT services for children 2-6 years old. We can’t wait to hear from you!

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Grow your career with Team ACP!

Our team is grounded in clinical excellence, driven by a collaborative spirit, and guided by optimism and hope for every child’s future. We foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and heard, and we hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards in everything we do.

Have questions about joining Team ACP? Contact Recruiting@AutismCarePartners.com today!

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