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Areas of Specialty

Telehealth Direct Services

In Home & Telehealth Direct Services

  Cygnus Consulting's team of BCBAs, Psychologists, SLPs and RBTs collaborate to provide direct care therapy services to children facing developmental and behavioral challenges with a progressive ABA therapy approach. Our aim is to encourage positive, adaptive behavior and independence by reinforcing positive behaviors and teaching functional life skills that can assist in promoting independence. We personalize our therapy sessions to the specific needs of each child and prioritize the growth and development of the children in our care.


Sometimes there are obstacles to coming into a center or a clinical treatment setting, but help is still available. Our Clinicians and Behavioral Technicians or Registered Behavioral Technicians can meet you over a HIPAA compliant connection provided remotely using telecommunications technology, such as video conferencing, allowing families and individuals to access healthcare from anywhere. 

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a type of therapy that helps people accept their thoughts and feelings, even when they’re difficult, rather than trying to fight or avoid them. The goal of ACT is to help individuals live a more meaningful life by focusing on their values and committing to actions that align with those values. It encourages psychological flexibility, meaning people learn to adapt and cope with life’s challenges in a healthy way, while still making progress toward their goals.


Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured type of therapy that focuses on how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. CBT helps people recognize and change negative or unhelpful thinking patterns that may be causing emotional distress or leading to harmful behaviors. The idea is that by changing the way we think, we can improve how we feel and act in different situations. CBT is often used to treat issues like anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching practical strategies to better manage emotions and behaviors.


Cygnus Consulting can provide mental health therapy through our Board Certified Psychologists and BCBAs for parents/couples, children, teenagers and young adults. Our  BCBAs can provide ACT and our Psychologists can provide CBT & ACT. 

Areas of Specialty

Feeding Disorders

  

Behavior Analysts use a personalized approach to help people who have difficulty eating. They start by observing eating behaviors during mealtime, such as the types and amounts of food consumed and eating pace, and then develop a step-by-step plan to modify these behaviors. The plan may include rewarding positive eating habits, gradually introducing new foods, or making changes to the feeding environment. The goal is to help the individual develop healthy and positive feeding habits that can be sustained over the long term. By using this approach, Cygnus Consulting can help individuals overcome feeding difficulties and improve their overall quality of life.


*All feeding consults require a referral and clearance from a Pediatrician (for children & teens)*

Areas of Specialty

Sleep Disorders

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a type of therapy that can be very helpful for people with sleep disorders. ABA therapists use scientific methods to understand how a person's behavior affects their sleep, and then create a treatment plan to help improve their sleep habits. This might include things like creating a relaxing bedtime routine, teaching relaxation techniques, and adjusting the person's sleep schedule. By using ABA, people with sleep disorders can learn new behaviors and habits that will help them get the restful sleep they need to feel their best. 


*All sleep consults require a referral and clearance from a Pediatrician (for children & teens) or a Family Practice MD (for adults & teens) first before Cygnus can assist*

Areas of Specialty

CANVAS Behavioral Analytic Art Curriculum

CANVAS BEHAVIORAL ANALYTIC ART CURRICULUM is a program designed by artist Natasha Bouchillon, M.S, BCBA that uses art to teach social skills and improve behavior. It is based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), which is a way of understanding and changing behavior. 


This program is designed to help children to young adults learn important skills like communication, problem-solving, and teamwork through the use of art activities. With CANVAS BEHAVIORAL ANALYTIC ART CURRICULUM, students can have fun and express themselves creatively while also learning valuable skills that will help them succeed in school and in life. 

Frequently Asked Questions About the ADOs-2 & Autism Testing

Please reach us at  (248) 537-2516 or (248) 325-8988 if you cannot find an answer to your question. All inquiries & scheduling for the ADOS-2, must have a referral from a Medical Doctor, Psychologist or a Pediatrician. 

The ADOS-2, or Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, is similar to a standardized test that helps doctors figure out if someone might have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It was made by experts who know a lot about Autism, and it's used by professionals like psychologists to check for signs of Autism in people of different ages.


During an ADOS-2 test, the person being evaluated, called the participant, and the examiner do various activities together. These activities are designed to see how the person communicates and interacts with others. The test looks at things like social skills, how they talk and play, and if they have any repetitive behaviors. There are different versions of the test for different age groups, making it versatile for different situations.


The results of the ADOS-2 help doctors understand if the observed behaviors match up with what is typically seen in people with autism. It's an important part of the process to figure out if someone has autism or not, but it's not the only thing doctors look at. The ADOS-2 is part of a bigger picture that includes talking with the person and their family, checking their developmental history, and using other tests to get a full understanding.

The ADOS-2, or Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, is a diagnostic tool calibrated for diverse age groups, ensuring precision in identifying Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) across the developmental spectrum. Picture it as a sophisticated instrument with different modules, each finely tuned to the unique needs and capabilities of toddlers, children, adolescents, and adults.


Consider the ADOS-2 as a nuanced lens applied during an evaluation. For a toddler, the focus might be on early social interactions, while for a teenager, it could involve more complex social scenarios. The test adapts to the linguistic and cognitive levels of each age bracket, recognizing that the way a toddler engages with the world is vastly different from how a teenager does.


This tailored approach enhances the sensitivity of the ADOS-2, ensuring that the assessment is age-appropriate and capable of capturing the subtleties of behavior indicative of ASD. Essentially, it's a sophisticated means of ensuring that the assessment is finely tuned to the unique developmental nuances of each individual, offering a comprehensive and accurate understanding of their social communication and behavioral traits.

In order to determine if the ADOS-2 is covered by your insurance, your insurance will need to be contacted to see if the ADOS-2 will be covered. If it is, please have your insurance contact us or provide us with some information that it has been approved for testing through our agency. 

If you do not have access to medical coverage through your insurance company for testing for the ADOS, Cygnus will still be able to test for Autism. If it is not covered, we will typically charge between $1000-2500, depending on the age range and type of ADOS-2 we will be using. We will require a non-refundable deposit in advance of 50% of the cost of the test to be paid at the time of scheduling and all testing must be scheduled 30 days in advance. 


The typical observation that is needed is between 30 min to 1 hour in length. 

Please contact Katie Schabel, our Office Manager, for scheduling for the ADOS-2 and she will obtain your initial information and pass it along to one of our BCBAs and she can be contacted at (248) 537-2516 or (248) 325-8988. The Psychologist that will be possibly assigned to perform the testing, will then contact you and complete an initial pre-screen to determine the type of ADOS-2 that will be used and schedule a day to be able to meet with you or the individual that is being tested. 


The typical observation that is needed is typically 1 hour in length, so please ensure to book enough time to allow you to be have as accurate of observation as possible for your results during your clinical review later of the results. 

Yes, BCBAs can test and complete the report for the ADOS-2, however, it will need to be reviewed and signed off to provide an official diagnosis by either a PhD or LLP level Psychologist or a MD to agree with the results of the observation from the BCBA. 

Frequently Asked Questions For Parents

Please reach us at (248) 537-2516 or (248) 325-8988 if you have any further questions! 

When you have been approved by your insurance to have ABA services (Medicaid or/& private), we can complete an assessment to evaluate what would best fit your family and child and submit to your insurance to have hours approved for treatment. If you are a parent that is not interested In Home ABA treatment or any other treatment services and would like to still have a Clinician work with you, you can also just focus on Parent Consultation primarily. Cygnus wants to be progressive and flexible with what fits your family and child on an individual basis.


For Psychology, most insurance plans do not need an authorization for treatment. Please reach out to our office number to schedule an intake for an appointment with one of our Psychologists. 


SLP services typically need a authorization for services. If you need SLP treatment, contact us at the number listed below and someone from our office will contact your insurance information to see if you need a preapproval from your insurance company.  


Please reach us at  (248) 537-2516 or (248) 325-8988. 

Please see the Insurance FAQ section. 

If you are a parent or guardian that is contacting Cygnus for an educational consult and during your time with us you believe as a parent that your child would possibly benefit from having a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) or a Behavioral Technician (BT) with them during school hours to help reduce the chances of them being expelled or suspended and to help reinforce any skills that their school team and you are trying to teach them, you are welcome to discuss this with us as an option for us to place a RBT or BT with them during school hours and will meet with you and your school IEP team to discuss this and the possible benefits for this. We can even discuss if it is possible to have the school district help offset the costs for this placement, if needed.  

FAQ About Speech & Language Therapy (SLP)

Please reach us at in the Contact section if you have any further questions! 

No, you do not have to have any ABA or Mental Health treatment to receive access treatment through our SLPs. If you are a parent or an adult that only specifically needs Speech & Language Therapy, please feel free to contact us about being referred to our SLP Maria Lee, to be able to start receiving services through her. If Maria sees that your child or yourself may benefit from ABA or mental health therapy in addition to SLP, you will be referred to one of our BCBAs or Psychologists after Maria speaks to you about her observations and the possible benefit from ABA or mental health services and if you are in agreement for ABA or mental health services. 


Yes, Maria will be able to see you for an SLP assessment if that is only needed.

All the Clinicians at Cygnus Consulting ensure that we speak regularly with each other to make sure that we integrate treatment at all times. Coordination between the BCBA & the SLP is critical to the overall treatment for the individual that is receiving services from us. To do anything less, goes against our mission and vision for our agency.

If you are primarily interested in only SLP therapy, please reach out to one of the following people & they will start the process for treatment through our SLP department:


  • Carol Potter, Clinical Director @ (248) 537-2516 or (248) 325-8988 or potterc@cygnusconsulting.net
  • Katherine Schabel, Operations Director @ (561) 281-2739 or schabelk@hotmail.com 

Direct Primary Care (DPC) at Cygnus Consulting

Affordable. Flexible. Transparent.

At Cygnus Consulting, we’re always looking for innovative ways to meet the needs of our clients. That’s why we’re proud to offer a Direct Primary Care (DPC) model—a flexible payment option designed to simplify access to our high-quality services, including Speech-Language Pathology (SLP), Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and Psychology.


  • DPC operates on a membership or subscription fee paid monthly, quarterly, or annually.
  • The fee covers specific services and direct access to the provider without insurance claims.
  • Focus on affordability and transparent pricing for families.

 

With DPC, you gain direct access to our expert clinicians while keeping your family’s care affordable and straightforward.


  • Skip the delays and stress of dealing with insurance preauthorizations.
  • Get the services you and your family need without waiting for approvals.
  • Monthly membership offers clear, upfront pricing with no hidden fees.
  • Pay-as-you-go options allow flexibility for families on a budget.

 

  • Insurance billing can be unpredictable due to claim denials, prior authorizations, and changes in coverage.
  • Under our DPC membership model:
  • You pay a flat monthly fee for therapy, progress monitoring, and parent training.
  • No surprises, no fluctuating costs.
  • For example:
    Monthly membership: $300–$500/month (based on your plan). Compared to insurance: Multiple co-pays or co-insurance for each session, which may total $1,000–$2,500/month for intensive ABA for example. 


  • Insurance providers often require lengthy preauthorization for ABA therapy, which can delay the care your child needs.
  • Our DPC model allows you to skip preauthorizations entirely and start services immediately.

Through Insurance:

  • High deductibles to meet before therapy is covered.
  • Co-pays or co-insurance for each session (e.g., $20–$50/session).
  • Delays due to preauthorization requirements.
  • Unpredictable costs if claims are denied or coverage changes.


With Cygnus Consulting DPC:

  • Flat monthly fee with no deductibles.
  • No preauthorization delays—start therapy when needed.
  • Transparent, predictable costs with discounted options for qualifying families.

 

  • Traditional Insurance Costs for Psychology or SLP (for example):
    • $50/session (co-pay) × 20 sessions/month = $1,000/month.
    • PLUS additional costs for parent training and assessments.


  • Cygnus Consulting DPC Membership:
    • $300–$500/month covers therapy, progress monitoring, and parent/family consultations.


                        Savings: $500–$700+ per month!


By choosing Direct Primary Care at Cygnus Consulting, families save money, reduce stress, and gain immediate access to high-quality ABA, SLP or Psychology services without the insurance hurdles. 

 

  • Choose a Membership Plan
  • Pay a flat monthly membership fee that covers your care needs, including therapy sessions and progress monitoring.
  • For qualifying individuals or families who meet Federal Poverty Level (FPL) guidelines, a pay-as-you-go option is available with discounted rates.
  • Access Comprehensive Services
  • Membership covers SLP, ABA, and Psychology services for children, teens, and young adults (up to age 25).
  • Includes diagnostic testing, such as the ADOS-2 (gold standard for Autism diagnosis).
  • No Insurance Hassles
  • Skip the delays and stress of insurance approvals.
  • Focus on care, not paperwork.

  • Predictable Costs: Know exactly what you’re paying each month.
  • Priority Access: Enjoy consistent, personalized care with priority scheduling.
  • Tailored Options: Flexible plans to meet the needs of individuals and families.
  • Comprehensive Services: Gain access to therapy, evaluations, and diagnostic testing in one place.

Monthly Membership:

  • Who is it for? Families or individuals seeking consistent care with predictable costs.
  • What’s included? Therapy sessions, progress monitoring, and priority scheduling.
  • Cost: Starting at $300/month.


Pay-As-You-Go (FPL):

  • Who is it for? Clients meeting Federal Poverty Level (FPL) guidelines.
  • What’s included? Discounted rates for therapy, evaluations, and diagnostic testing.
  • Cost: Rates are based on income and FPL guidelines.

 While we’re excited to offer DPC, we continue to accept private insurance, Medicaid or HSA/FSA for all services. Whether you prefer to use insurance or explore the flexibility of DPC, we’re here to support your family’s needs. 

 Discover how our Direct Primary Care model can work for your family.

 📞 Call us today at (248) 537-2516 or (248) 325-8988

FAQ About Insurances & Payment

Please reach us at in the Contact section if you have any further questions! 

Cygnus Consulting takes various private insurances and Medicaid plans. We take the following insurance plans: 


  • Michigan Medicaid
  • Priority Health
  • Evernorth (Cigna) (diagnostic testing only)
  • BCBS of Michigan/Blue Care Network/Blue Care Complete 
  • UnitedHealth Care/United Behavioral Group 
  • Aetna
  • Humana
  • Sparrow
  • Magellan
  • Meridian of Michigan
  • McLaren Health Plan 
  • We also take HSA/FSA accounts


If you do not see your insurance listed above, please contact our Office & Billing Manager, Katherine Schabel at schabelk@hotmail.com or Carol Potter, Clinical Director at potterc@cygnusconsulting.net to assist you with that information or discuss if we can possibly provide Out of Network (OON) services for your family through your insurance plan. We can also be reached at (248) 537-2516 or (248) 325-8988. 

Yes, we will still take individuals and families for our services if they do not have insurance to cover payment. We typically will offer a sliding scale or private pay/fee for service. We also take HSA/FSA accounts or you can use the direct primary care (DPC) service. 

The Team

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Carol Potter, MA, CHMP, QMHP, QIDP, BCBA, LBA/Clinical Director (She/Her)

Carol has over 20 years' experience working with children, adolescents & young adults as a Clinician in both ABA as a BCBA and in the past within General Mental Health. Her primary specialty is within autism,  ADHD, Behavioral Sleep Disorders, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Vocational Soft Skills Training, OBM, ABA in Education and also has a clinical background in Trauma and Neglect within child and adolescent populations and severe problem behaviors in children, adolescents and young adults from ages 2-25. 


She also has experience in helping people with sleep & feeding disorders connected to Autism, ADHD and Mood Disorders, such as Bipolar Disorder. She also is able to provide testing and observation only for the ADOS-2 with PhD or MD support and diagnosis based on the report results. 


Finally, she was a part of a research team through UWM involving ABA, social justice and racial equity in K-12 schools and Curriculum Designer for University of Wisconsin's ABA and Racial Equity in Education Graduate Certificate program.


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Cathryn Brown-Mitchell, MS, BCBA, LBA/Clinical Director (She/Her)

 Cathryn Mitchell has over nine years of experience in the home, school, and community settings, working with adults with traumatic brain injuries, children with autism, and other developmental and neurological disorders. Cathryn earned her bachelor of science at Eastern Michigan University with a major in psychology and a minor in social work. She has extensive experience with psychological research and participated in an undergraduate research program. Once she completed her undergraduate degree, she then pursued her master's degree at Capella University with a major in psychology and a specialization in ABA. She specializes in serving ages 2–25 years with severe problem behaviors, early intervention, Autism, feeding issues, special education, and language building. Cathryn naturally connects with children and instantly fell in love with the field of ABA and the significant improvement in her clients' and their families’ quality of life.  

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Maria Lee, M.S. CCC-SLP/SLP Director (She/Her)

  

Maria Lee has been a certified Speech Language Pathologist since 2012. She graduated with a M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Emerson College in Boston,MA

Her special interests include autism, aphasia, apraxia of speech, and TBI. 

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Katherine Schabel, AAS/Operations, Billing & Human Resources Director (She/Her)

Katherine has over 16 years' experience working in customer service, operations, and relations. Her primary specialty is human resources & billing as she has always put the needs of others first. She also has experience working with children with Autism, ADHD and other behavioral disorders as a Licensed RBT. She is trained in CPR for adults, children, and infants. 


Katherine also has her Associate of Science Degree from Ultimate Medical Academy in Tampa, Florida. She has certifications in Medical billing and coding, and HR management. She is HIPAA Certified as well.

About our partnership with Study notes aba

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Study Notes ABA & Cygnus Consulting

 Study Notes ABA and Cygnus have joined in a partnership to provide study support for any future BCBAs that work for us, are interested in receiving clinical hours through Cygnus or are just looking for an affordable resource for study materials.
Our BCBAs stand by Study Notes as a testament to their ability to provide a comprehensive source to help with passing your exams and for ongoing CEUS for current BCBAs with highly interesting topics.
 

We at Cygnus Consulting thank want to thank Study Notes ABA for this partnership as we both help support and guide the next up & coming and current Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) BCBAs in our field. 


Thank you so much for your support & we appreciate you!

For Practicum Students

 If you are a student within ABA and need clinical hours towards your practicum, please reach out to one of our BCBAs to discuss how we can provide mentorship in person & over videoconferencing. 


We know as a team of BIPOC BCBAs and SLPs how important it is to ensure that future generations of ABA professionals seek representation and mentorship from a BCBA that they can identify with. 


If you are interested, please call us at (248) 537-2516. 

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