ABA Practice Incubator

Start Your ABA Clinic with Confidence, and Grow It with Expert Support

Launching your own ABA practice is exciting, but it’s also overwhelming. From state filings and payer credentialing to HR, payroll, and billing systems, there are countless moving parts to get right. Too many BCBAs burn out before they even open their doors, or they launch with gaps that slow down growth and profitability.

That’s why we created the ABA Practice Incubator. It’s not a franchise. It’s not just consulting. It’s a proven, expert-led program that helps you launch your own ABA clinic the right way, while we continue handling the business side as you grow.

👉 Your clinic. Your brand. Your ownership. With our expertise behind you.

What is the ABA Practice Incubator?

The Incubator is your step-by-step pathway to opening, and scaling, an ABA clinic. We guide you through the entire setup, remove the admin burden, and stay with you long-term to keep your practice running smoothly.

Unlike franchises, you keep 100% ownership and control. Unlike consultants, we don’t disappear after launch. We’re your ongoing partner in making the business side of ABA simple, scalable, and stress-free.

Who’s It For?

The ABA Practice Incubator is designed for clinicians and future practice owners who want to start strong and grow with confidence. It’s the right fit if you are:

  • A BCBA ready to open your own clinic but unsure how to handle state filings, credentialing, and business operations.

  • An ABA professional who wants independence without the restrictions of a franchise model.

  • A first-time business owner looking for a proven system and experienced team to guide you through launch and beyond.

  • A clinician who wants to focus on care while trusted experts manage HR, billing, and compliance.

If you’re passionate about ABA and want to build a practice that’s profitable, sustainable, and fully yours, the Incubator was built for you.

How It Works

We’ve structured the Incubator around three key phases:

1. Planning & Setup

  • State filings and compliance paperwork

  • Payer credentialing and contracting

  • HR policies, manuals, and payroll setup

  • Practice management software customized to your workflows

2. Clinic Launch

  • Staff onboarding and training support

  • First client onboarding processes

  • System checks to ensure billing and payroll run smoothly

3. Ongoing Support

  • We continue to manage HR, billing, and accounting

  • Ongoing credentialing and compliance renewals

  • Financial reporting and growth insights

  • Integrated software that ties it all together

  • Access to seasoned BCBAs for questions

How the ABA Practice Incubator Compares

Feature / Model VG Soft ABA Practice Incubator Franchise Consultant DIY (On Your Own)
Ownership ✅ 100% yours, full control ❌ Limited, bound to franchisor ✅ Yours ✅ Yours
Upfront Costs ✅ No extra cost from us 💰 Large franchise fee + ongoing royalties 💰 High hourly/project fees ❌ Hidden costs & trial-and-error
Ongoing Support ✅ Full admin support (HR, billing, accounting, compliance) ✅ Some, but tied to franchisor rules ❌ Ends after engagement ❌ None
Revenue Model 📈 % of revenue (aligned with your growth) ❌ Royalties (franchise always gets paid) ❌ Fixed fees (misaligned incentives) ❌ All on you
ABA-Specific Expertise ✅ Delivered by professionals who’ve built ABA practices ❌ Generic franchise systems ⚠️ Varies widely ❌ None
Practice Management Software ✅ Integrated, ABA-specific software ⚠️ Often generic or locked-in vendor ❌ Typically none ❌ You must research & implement
Flexibility ✅ Tailored to your goals, scalable as you grow ❌ Must follow franchise rules ⚠️ Depends on consultant ❌ You figure it out
Track Record ✅ Helped BCBAs grow into multi-site, profitable practices ⚠️ Franchise-dependent ⚠️ Individual-based ❌ High risk of mistakes
Mentorship ✅ Unlimited access to seasoned, successful BCBAs for real-time questions and advice ⚠️ Often limited support ❌ Typically none ❌ Only if you have existing relationships

Why Choose VG Soft’s Incubator

You won’t find another program like this in ABA. Here’s why:

  • Proven experience: Our team has helped BCBAs start from scratch and grow into thriving, profitable practices.

  • ABA-specific expertise: We know the unique challenges of ABA - ratios, payers, authorizations, documentation - not generic healthcare.

  • Technology + people: Our practice management software is built by and for ABA professionals, and our experts remain directly involved in improving it.

  • True partnership: We align our success with yours through a percentage-of-revenue model, no royalties, no franchise strings, no one-size-fits-all.

  • Access to seasoned mentors: Get support from accomplished, successful BCBAs who are available to answer questions and provide guidance whenever you need it.

Pricing Model

We keep it simple and aligned with your goals: Ongoing revenue share, a percentage of collections, so we grow only when you do.

No franchise royalties. No lock-in. No wasted hours trying to manage it all yourself.

What You Could Earn

Working as a BCBA vs Owning a Micro Practice with Us

Traditional BCBA (W-2 role)

According to ZipRecruiter, the average BCBA salary in the U.S. is about $89,075 per year, which breaks down to roughly $7,400 per month or $1,700 per week. Even experienced BCBAs working in traditional roles typically earn in the $74,000 to $90,500 range.

$89,000

Micro ABA Practice with VG Soft

Under our Incubator model, a BCBA who owns and operates a micro practice—managing three RBTs with our startup support, software, and ongoing admin—can expect take-home earnings around $150,000 per year.

$150,000

And that micro-practice example is just the starting point, what many owners see in their first year. Most of our practices grow to at least three times that size, and from there the sky’s the limit. How far you take it is entirely up to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to do before applying to the incubator?
Nothing. We’ll guide you through every step if you’re just starting out. If you’ve already begun, that’s fine too—we’ll meet you where you are and help you move forward.

How does VG Soft make money from the incubator?
We only make money when you do. Our model is based on taking a small percentage of your practice’s revenue, with no upfront investment required.

Does VG Soft own part of my company, like a franchise?
No. You own 100% of your practice. It’s your company, not ours.

What experience does VG Soft have in starting ABA practices?
We’ve helped multiple ABA practices grow from the ground up to millions in annual revenue. Along the way, we’ve learned what works (and what doesn’t), so you can avoid costly mistakes and hit the ground running.

Does VG Soft help with more than HR and billing?
Yes. We support every aspect of building and running a practice: clinical guidance, company culture, hiring, client acquisition, and more. Whatever you need, we have resources and expertise to back you up.

What if I decide not to continue with VG Soft?
You can cancel anytime. There are no long-term contracts, no lock-ins, and you keep full ownership of everything you’ve built.

Why does VG Soft offer these services instead of running its own practices?
Because owner-operators care more. We believe practices thrive when led by dedicated owners, not hired managers. By combining technology with expert support, we can empower many practices at once without each one needing a large administrative staff.

Don’t Wait, Apply Now to Secure Your Spot!

The Incubator has very limited availability, and spots fill quickly. If you’re ready to launch your ABA practice with expert guidance and support, submit your application today to be considered.