Able Autism Expands Into Houston as Franchise Network Continues to Grow

The expanding therapy brand enters the Houston market; announces new proprietary platform, CognixHealth.

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, September 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Able Autism Therapy, a Georgia-based provider of customized therapy services for children with developmental needs, has announced its expansion into the Clear Lake/Webster area of Houston, marking another step in the company’s continued growth through franchising.

For Able Autism founder Idris Demirci, the move into the Houston area represents more than another market on the company’s growth map.

“We are very excited to expand to Houston. There is a huge need in the Houston area, and we cannot wait to serve the community there,” Demirci said. “We also hope this location will help us expedite our footprint in Houston and, on a larger scale, throughout Texas.”

The new Clear Lake/Webster location will provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services designed to help children with autism develop meaningful skills and reach their fullest potential. Future Clinic Director and Managing Partner Stephanie Lugo-Velez will oversee clinical operations and serve as a primary contact for referral partners and families, while Franchise Partner and Community Relations lead Alvaro Montelongo Jr. will focus on community outreach and site selection.

The company currently has seven locations, including two corporate-owned centers and five franchise locations. Texas remains a primary focus for the company’s next stage of development, says Demirci, with additional opportunities planned for the state as well as Tennessee, Colorado, Arizona, and Nebraska.

Supporting that expansion is CognixHealth, a proprietary system created by Able Autism to bring several administrative and practice-management functions into one platform.

CognixHealth includes practice management, claims processing, eligibility checks, and data collection capabilities. For franchise partners, the system provides another layer of operational infrastructure as they establish and manage their locations, while helping the broader organization maintain consistency as the network expands.

“We believe this platform is a big differentiator for us,” added Demirci.

CognixHealth is one part of the support available to franchise partners, who also receive training, marketing strategies, an established operating model, and exclusive territory rights. As Able Autism continues to develop new markets, the company utilizes Atlanta-based firm Franchise Marketing Systems (FMS) to connect with prospective franchisees.

The company is seeking qualified individuals to bring its therapy model to additional communities throughout the United States. Those interested in learning more about the Able Autism franchise opportunity can visit https://www.ableaba.com/franchise. Explore more details about CognixHealth at www.cognixhealth.com.

About Able Autism Therapy
Able Autism Therapy provides therapy services for children with developmental needs through individualized programs designed around each child’s needs and goals. The company’s services include applied behavior analysis (ABA), speech therapy, and occupational therapy.

Founded in 2021, Able Autism has expanded its presence through a combination of corporate-owned and franchised locations and continues to pursue growth in new markets. The company offers franchise opportunities for qualified individuals interested in operating an Able Autism location. To learn more, visit https://www.ableaba.com/ or https://www.ableaba.com/franchise. More information on the practice management platform CognixHealth can be found at www.cognixhealth.com.

Idris Demirci
Able Autism Therapy Services
info@ableaba.com
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