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🌿 EIDBI Enrolled · Medicaid Accepted · Minneapolis, MN

Every Child Deserves to Flourish

Oasis Behavioral Center provides compassionate, evidence-based ABA therapy and EIDBI services for children and families living with autism spectrum disorder — right here in Minneapolis.

BCBA
Supervised Services
MA
Medicaid Accepted
6+
Languages Served
0–21
Ages Served
Why Families Choose Oasis
Minnesota DHS EIDBI Enrolled Provider
Licensed
All BCBAs hold valid MN Behavior Analyst License
Compliant
Medical Assistance & most insurance accepted
Covered
NETStudy 2.0 background checks — all staff
Verified
Culturally responsive care for all communities
Inclusive
Home, clinic, school, and telehealth options
Flexible
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MN DHS EIDBI Enrolled Provider
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BCBA-Supervised All Services
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NETStudy 2.0 Background Checks
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Medicaid / MA Accepted
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408 Cedar Ave S, Minneapolis MN 55454
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ABA
Evidence-Based

A Center Built on Compassion & Science

Oasis Behavioral Center Inc is a Minneapolis-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy practice enrolled with Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP) as an Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention (EIDBI) provider under Minnesota Statutes §256B.0949.

We believe every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential. Our team of licensed BCBAs, RBTs, and behavior technicians deliver individualized, data-driven therapy in homes, clinics, schools, and community settings across the Twin Cities metro area.

We serve the diverse communities of Minneapolis and the broader Twin Cities, with staff who speak multiple languages and understand the cultural needs of the families we serve — including our Somali, East African, Hispanic, and Southeast Asian communities.

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Evidence-Based ABA grounded in behavioral science
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Family-Centered Parents are partners in every plan
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Culturally Responsive Multilingual, inclusive care
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Data-Driven Progress tracked every session

Comprehensive EIDBI & ABA Services

DHS-approved treatment modalities delivered by qualified providers under Minnesota Statutes §256B.0949. All services require a DHS-approved service authorization.

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Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Data-driven, individualized behavior therapy to increase positive behaviors, develop communication and daily living skills, and reduce challenging behaviors. Delivered in 1:1 and group formats by BCBA-supervised RBTs.

DHS Approved BCBA Supervised All Ages
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In-Home ABA Therapy

Therapy delivered in the natural environment — your home. Therapists work directly with your child on daily routines, family interaction, and functional life skills in the setting where they live and learn most.

Home-Based Natural Environment Medicaid Covered
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Clinic-Based Therapy

Structured sessions at our Minneapolis clinic with dedicated therapy space, materials, and social interaction opportunities. Ideal for children who benefit from a consistent, distraction-reduced environment.

Minneapolis Clinic Structured Setting Social Skills
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School-Based ABA Support

Collaboration with school teams to support IEP goals, classroom behavior, and transition planning. Our BCBAs provide consultation, direct service, and staff training in school settings across the Minneapolis metro.

IEP Support BCBA Consult Staff Training
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Parent & Caregiver Training

Evidence-based parent training as required by Minnesota EIDBI guidelines. We equip families with the skills and strategies to support their child's progress between sessions and generalize skills to daily life.

EIDBI Required Naturalistic Teaching Ongoing Support
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Telehealth ABA Services

Flexible telehealth services for families who cannot attend in-person sessions. Approved for select EIDBI service codes under MN DHS guidelines. Great for parent training, BCBA supervision, and follow-up sessions.

MN DHS Approved HIPAA Secure Remote Access

EIDBI Eligibility in Minnesota

Under Minnesota Statutes §256B.0949, EIDBI services are available to eligible individuals through Medical Assistance and Minnesota Health Care Programs.

  • Age: Under 21 Years EIDBI services are available to individuals from birth through age 21 who have a qualifying diagnosis.
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Diagnosis Must have a confirmed ASD diagnosis or related condition that establishes medical necessity for EIDBI services.
  • Comprehensive Multi-Disciplinary Evaluation (CMDE) A DHS-recognized CMDE must be completed to establish medical need and eligibility for services.
  • Enrolled in Minnesota Health Care Programs Must be enrolled in Medical Assistance (MA), MinnesotaCare, TEFRA, or other qualifying MN health care programs.
  • DHS-Approved Service Authorization Services begin only after a DHS-approved service authorization (SA) is issued. We help families navigate this process.
Not sure if your child qualifies? Contact us — our intake team will review your child's eligibility, insurance, and help you obtain the necessary evaluations and service authorizations at no cost to you.

We Accept Most Minnesota Health Plans

Medicaid / Medical Assistance
MN Health Care Programs (MHCP)
✓ Accepted
MinnesotaCare
MN Health Care Programs
✓ Accepted
BlueCross BlueShield
Blue Plus MN
✓ Accepted
HealthPartners
Commercial & MA Plans
✓ Accepted
UCare Minnesota
Managed Care
✓ Accepted
Hennepin Health
Hennepin County MA
✓ Accepted
Aetna / UHC
Commercial Plans
✓ Accepted
TEFRA Program
Children with Disabilities
✓ Accepted
Don't see your insurance? Call us at (612) 500-0521 — we verify benefits for every family at no charge and accept many additional plans. Self-pay sliding scale available.

Compliance & Licensing

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EIDBI Provider Enrollment

Oasis Behavioral Center Inc is enrolled as a Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP) provider to deliver Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention (EIDBI) services under Minnesota Statutes §256B.0949 and Minnesota Rules, part 9505.0195. We are pursuing provisional licensure as required by 2025 legislative changes through the DHS EIDBI Licensing process.

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Licensed Behavior Analysts

Effective January 1, 2025, all behavior analysts at Oasis hold a valid Minnesota Behavior Analyst License issued by the Minnesota Board of Psychology. Our BCBAs maintain BACB certification and comply with all state licensing requirements per the 2025 DHS EIDBI updates. License verification is available upon request through the MN Board of Psychology.

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Background Studies

All OBC staff and contractors complete background studies through NETStudy 2.0 as required by Minnesota state and federal law. Background studies are conducted through the DHS Background Studies division prior to any direct contact with clients. We comply with all applicable background study requirements for EIDBI providers.

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Treatment Modalities

Oasis uses only DHS-approved EIDBI treatment modalities per Minnesota law. We provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) as our primary modality. Effective 2025, we no longer utilize Play Project or Early Social Interaction (ESI) modalities per legislative changes. All treatment plans reflect current approved modalities only.

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Maltreatment Reporting

Oasis complies with mandatory maltreatment reporting requirements. Effective July 1, 2025, DHS Licensing is the lead investigative agency for alleged maltreatment in EIDBI programs. To report concerns: Under 18: DHS Licensing 651-431-6600. Ages 18–21: MAARC 1-844-880-1574.

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HIPAA & Privacy

We are fully HIPAA-compliant. All client health information is protected under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. We maintain a signed Business Associate Agreement (BAA) with all third-party vendors who may access PHI. Clients and guardians have the right to access their records, request amendments, and file complaints with the HHS Office for Civil Rights.

🏛️ Minnesota State Disclosure

Oasis Behavioral Center Inc is enrolled with Minnesota Health Care Programs (MHCP) as an EIDBI agency provider. Services are provided in accordance with Minnesota Statutes §256B.0949, Minnesota Rules part 9505.0195, and all applicable federal and state regulations governing Medical Assistance and EIDBI services. Provider qualifications, service authorizations, and billing practices comply with the EIDBI Benefit Policy Manual published by the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS). All clinical staff meet applicable provider qualifications including education, supervised experience, and certification/licensure requirements as defined by DHS. This organization is subject to DHS oversight, audit, and compliance review. Complaints regarding services may be directed to Minnesota DHS at 651-431-2700 or through the DHS website. To verify provider enrollment status, visit the MHCP Provider Directory.

Minnesota-Licensed Professionals

Our clinical team consists of Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) holding valid Minnesota Behavior Analyst Licenses, Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), and trained Behavior Technicians — all background-checked and credentialed through Minnesota Health Care Programs.

Staff Qualifications & Credentials
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Qualified Supervising Professional (QSP) BCBA / BCBA-D with valid MN Behavior Analyst License. Master's or Doctoral degree in behavior analysis or related field. Minimum 3 years supervised experience.
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Level I Provider (RBT / BT) Minimum 40-hour training in ABA. RBT certification or equivalent. NETStudy 2.0 background check. Direct supervision by BCBA.
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All Staff NETStudy 2.0 background study completed. Cultural responsiveness training per DHS EIDBI requirements. Annual continuing education and competency verification.
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Cultural Competency DHS-required Cultural Responsiveness in ASD Services training completed. Multilingual staff serving diverse Minneapolis communities.
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Clinical Director
BCBA · QSP
MN Licensed Behavior Analyst
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
MHCP EIDBI Provider
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Lead BCBA
BCBA · Level I Provider
MN Licensed Behavior Analyst
ABA Specialization
5+ Years EIDBI Experience
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RBT Team Lead
RBT · Behavior Technician
Registered Behavior Technician
NETStudy Verified
Bilingual — English / Somali
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Intake Coordinator
Administrative Staff
MHCP Billing Specialist
Insurance Verification
Multilingual Support

Join the Oasis Team — We're Hiring BCBAs & RBTs

We're growing and looking for passionate behavior analysts and therapists to serve Minneapolis families.

Getting Services is Simple

Our intake team handles the paperwork, insurance verification, and DHS service authorization — so you can focus on your child.

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Contact Us

Call, email, or complete our online client intake form. Our team responds within 1 business day to schedule a free consultation.

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Insurance Verification

We verify your child's insurance and MHCP benefits at no charge. We confirm EIDBI eligibility and coverage before anything begins.

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CMDE & Diagnosis

If your child hasn't had a Comprehensive Multi-Disciplinary Evaluation (CMDE), we connect you with DHS-recognized evaluators to establish medical necessity.

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Service Authorization

Our BCBA submits for a DHS-approved service authorization (SA). We handle all documentation and work with your managed care plan or fee-for-service MA.

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Therapy Begins

Once authorized, we match your child with a qualified therapist, develop an individualized treatment plan, and begin services on your schedule.

Serving All of Minneapolis

Minneapolis is one of the most diverse cities in the Midwest, home to large Somali, East African, Hispanic, Hmong, Karen, and other immigrant communities. Oasis Behavioral Center was founded with these families in mind.

We believe that language and cultural barriers should never prevent a child from receiving life-changing ABA therapy. Our team includes multilingual staff and we follow DHS's culturally responsive care guidelines to ensure every family feels seen, heard, and supported.

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English
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Somali
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Amharic
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Spanish
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Karen
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Vietnamese

Language interpreter services are available. MN DHS EIDBI-approved brochures available in English, Somali, Hmong, Spanish, Karen, Oromo, Russian, and Vietnamese upon request.

Twin Cities Metro Coverage

We serve families throughout the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metro area and surrounding communities.

Minneapolis
Primary Location
St. Paul
Service Area
Suburbs
In-Home Available
Service Locations
📍 Clinic: 408 Cedar Ave S STE 8, Minneapolis MN 55454
🏠 In-Home: Minneapolis, St. Paul, Bloomington, Brooklyn Park, Eden Prairie, Richfield, Edina, Minnetonka
🏫 School-Based: Minneapolis Public Schools & surrounding districts
💻 Telehealth: Available statewide in Minnesota
Contact & Hours
📞 Phone: (612) 500-0521
📧 Email: info@obevcenter.com
🌐 Web: obevcenter.com
🕐 Hours: Mon–Fri 8am–6pm · Sat 9am–2pm

Start Your Child's Journey Today

Our intake team is ready to help. Contact us for a free consultation, insurance verification, or any questions about EIDBI services for your child.

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Phone
Mon–Fri 8am–6pm · Sat 9am–2pm
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Email
We respond within 1 business day
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Address
408 Cedar Ave S STE 8
Minneapolis, MN 55454
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Client Intake Form
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Parent Portal
Progress questions, session changes, concerns
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