SessionABA vs CentralReach
Both platforms run ABA clinics. The difference is who you pay for, what's included, and how fast your team can ship a session note.
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Pricing at a glance
SessionABA
$300 / $600 / $900 per clinic / month — flat
All features included. No per-seat fees. Hire freely.
CentralReach
Per-user, custom-quoted (not publicly listed)
Public reviews and clinic budgets we've seen put a 10-clinician CentralReach plan at $1,000–$2,000/month after onboarding and module add-ons.
Why teams switch to SessionABA
Honest take — what CentralReach does well, and where SessionABA pulls ahead
What CentralReach does well:
- Largest install base in ABA — well-known to seasoned BCBAs.
- Mature library of legacy modules (assessments, learning trees).
- Public clinical academy with CEU content.
1Flat clinic pricing
SessionABA is $300, $600, or $900 per clinic per month — flat. CentralReach is quoted per-user; clinics with 10 clinicians commonly report $1,000–$2,000/month after add-ons. Hiring never raises your SessionABA bill.
2AI session notes built in
Session Scribe generates a compliant session note draft from the live session in under 5 minutes. CentralReach offers AI as a separately-priced add-on, not a core feature.
3EIDBI-ready out of the box
Native EIDBI billing grid, MN-ITS ready. Minnesota providers don't need a separate billing tool.
4Onboarding in days, not months
Most clinics complete migration in two weeks. CentralReach onboarding is typically a multi-month implementation project.
Feature matrix
SessionABA vs CentralReach, line by line
| Feature | SessionABA | CentralReach |
|---|---|---|
AI-assisted session notes Generated from live session data; BCBA reviews and signs. | Built-in | Add-on (CR Assist) |
8 data collection types | All included | Included |
Offline session mode | Native iOS/Android | Limited |
EIDBI billing grid | Native, MN-ITS ready | Not native — third-party add-on |
Built-in HIPAA telehealth | Included | Add-on |
Parent portal | Included at every plan | Included |
Pricing model | Flat per clinic | Per user / custom quote |
Hiring increases your bill | Never | Yes (per-seat) |
Contract / commitment | Month-to-month | Annual contract typical |
Comparison reflects publicly available information about CentralReach as of 2026. Some CentralReach features may be available as paid add-ons. Have we got something wrong? Tell us.
Common questions
Switching from CentralReach
Is SessionABA cheaper than CentralReach?+
For most clinics, yes. SessionABA's Clinic plan is $600/month flat for unlimited staff. CentralReach is per-user — a 10-clinician quote commonly lands between $1,000 and $2,000/month after add-ons. The savings grow as you hire.
Can I migrate my data from CentralReach?+
Yes. We will guide your migration during onboarding — clients, programs, authorizations, and historical session data. Most clinics complete the switch in two weeks.
Does SessionABA support EIDBI billing like CentralReach does?+
SessionABA has a native EIDBI billing grid — built in at every plan level, MN-ITS ready. CentralReach typically requires a third-party billing add-on for EIDBI.
Does SessionABA have AI session notes?+
Yes — Session Scribe is included at every plan level. It drafts a compliant session note from the live session in under 5 minutes. CentralReach's AI feature (CR Assist) is a separately-priced add-on.
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