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Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention for children and young adults.

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Dakota Autism Center

Dakota Autism Center is a center-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program for young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Our centers are run in a preschool-like setting and our programs are designed to assist with social communication, emotional regulation, school readiness, and transitioning skills.

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331 2nd Ave S,
Suite 436 Minneapolis, MN 55401

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Parent and child learning together — ABA therapy serving Hopkins
Serving Hopkins, MN

ABA Therapy in Hopkins, MN — Personalized Care for Your Child

Families in Hopkins, MN deserve autism therapy that fits seamlessly into their lives. Dakota Autism Center provides ABA therapy and EIDBI services for children in the Hopkins area — with options for structured center-based programming at our Minneapolis location or personalized in-home sessions right in your Hopkins neighborhood.

Center & in-home options
~10 miles west from our center
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Parent and child learning together — ABA therapy serving Hopkins
Our Services

ABA therapy services available to Hopkins families

Dakota Autism Center offers multiple pathways to care — choose the setting that works best for your child and family.

Center-Based ABA Therapy

Structured therapy in a preschool-like clinical environment designed for social growth, communication, and school readiness.

Learn more

In-Home ABA Therapy

Evidence-based, 1:1 behavioral support delivered in the comfort and familiarity of your own home.

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EIDBI Services

Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention for children covered by Minnesota Medical Assistance.

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Hopkins Community

Serving Hopkins families with culturally responsive ABA therapy

Every family's journey is unique. Here's how Dakota Autism Center supports the Hopkins community.

Distance

~10 miles west from our center

Nearby Areas

St. Louis Park, Minnetonka, Golden Valley, Edina, Eden Prairie

Zip Codes Served

55305, 55343

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Hopkins is a close-knit community of roughly 19,000 residents sitting at the crossroads of several major west-metro suburbs. Known for its walkable downtown, Raspberry Festival tradition, and strong sense of community, Hopkins offers families a small-town feel with easy access to Twin Cities resources. Dakota Autism Center is proud to extend our services to this welcoming community.

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Hopkins Public Schools (ISD 270) serves a diverse student body, and many families here are navigating special education plans, IEPs, and therapy coordination simultaneously. Our BCBAs work collaboratively with school teams when appropriate, ensuring that the skills your child develops in ABA therapy carry over to the classroom and playground. We understand the transition points Hopkins families face — from early childhood programs into elementary school and beyond.

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With convenient access via Highway 7 and Excelsior Boulevard, getting to our Minneapolis center is straightforward for Hopkins families. For those who prefer home-based support, our in-home ABA team serves Hopkins and surrounding neighborhoods, bringing therapy to the environment where your child is most comfortable.

Get in Touch

Help your child thrive with ABA therapy.

Complete our online interest form to get matched with a center. We will be in touch soon to discuss your child's unique needs and how we can support your family.

Call Us

Mon-Fri from 8am to 5pm.

(612) 284-5382

Email Us

We'll respond within 24 hours.

info@dakotaautismcenter.com
Our Location

Visit our Minneapolis center — ~10 miles west from Hopkins

Our Minneapolis headquarters serves as the hub for all Dakota Autism Center programs. Hopkins families can access center-based ABA therapy here or choose in-home services delivered directly to your neighborhood.

Address

331 2nd Ave S, Suite 436
Minneapolis, MN 55401

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Office Hours

Monday – Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Phone

(612) 284-5382

Email

info@dakotaautismcenter.com

Hopkins ABA Therapy FAQ

Questions Hopkins families ask about ABA therapy

Answers to the most common questions from families in Hopkins and surrounding areas like St. Louis Park, Minnetonka, Golden Valley.

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Yes. Hopkins is well within our in-home service area. Our RBTs travel to Hopkins homes regularly and provide consistent, scheduled sessions focused on your child's individualized goals.

Our Minneapolis center is about 10 miles east of Hopkins. Most families take Highway 7 east to I-394, which leads directly into downtown Minneapolis — roughly a 15–20 minute drive depending on traffic.

When families request it, our BCBAs can collaborate with school teams to support skill generalization. While we are not a school-based provider, we can align therapy goals with your child's IEP or educational plan to reinforce consistency across settings.

EIDBI (Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention) is a Minnesota Medical Assistance benefit that covers comprehensive early intervention services. Yes, Hopkins families enrolled in Medical Assistance can access EIDBI through Dakota Autism Center.

After you submit an intake form, our team typically responds within one business day. From there, the timeline depends on insurance authorization and scheduling — but most families begin services within 2–4 weeks of completing intake.