ABA therapy · Brooklyn, NYA special place to blossom.
Elderberry Learning Center is a family owned and operated center on Highlawn Avenue, offering ABA therapy, social skills groups, play-based groups and speech therapy for children.
About the center
Quality care, from our family to yours.
Elderberry Learning Center is family owned and operated. The team includes Board Certified Behavior Analysts, a Speech Language Pathologist and a Family Coordinator who keeps families and staff connected.
Programs run in small groups at the center on Highlawn Avenue, and ABA services are also offered at home. In their Google reviews, families describe the space as warm, welcoming, clean and organized.
- Small groupsAfter-school ABA groups have a maximum of 5 students per group.
- At the center or at homeCenter-based programs in Brooklyn, plus home-based ABA adapted to a family's routines.
- Insurance or private payThe center names the plans it accepts and offers private pay options.
Inside the center
A look inside.
Inside the center at 136 Highlawn Ave.
Programs
Programs, by who they are for.
Six services, described the way the center describes them. Call to talk through which one fits your child.
For Ages 0 to 5, all abilities
Inclusion Play-Based Groups
Small groups led by licensed special education teachers and behavior analysts. Sessions focus on developing essential skills through music, play, socialization and early academic concepts.
- Small groups
- At the center
For Children with ASD
Social Skills Groups
Led by Licensed Psychologists, Special Education Teachers and Behavior Analysts. These groups focus on building the confidence and skills necessary for socialization.
- Grouped by age, 2 to 21
- Weekly times below
For Students with an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis
After-School ABA Therapy
A center-based after-school program run in small groups, with a maximum of 5 students per group. It runs Monday through Friday and can be covered by your health insurance.
- Maximum 5 students per group
- Monday through Friday
For Children and families, at home
Home-Based ABA Services
Personalized therapy sessions in the child's natural environment, aimed at teaching skills and reducing harmful behaviors. Sessions can be adapted to the child's and family's daily routines or schedule.
- In your home
- Adapted to your routines
For Children, at the center
Center-Based Speech Therapy
Speech therapy at the center on Highlawn Avenue. Covered by Aetna insurance, with private pay options also available.
- Covered by Aetna
- Private pay available
For Schools and classroom staff
Professional Consultation
The center's BCBAs observe and give feedback on specific students, or on class-wide and school-wide learning environments. They provide a plan for improvement and meet with responsible staff for training and mentoring as needed.
- Student, class or school level
- Staff training and mentoring
Weekly schedule
Social Skills Group times.
Groups are organized by age. Sessions are covered by your insurance, or by private pay at $60 for each 45 minute session.
Looking for a day or time that is not listed? Email the center.
Monday
- 4 PMAges 9 to 14
- 5 PMAges 5 to 8
- 6 PMAges 15 to 21
Saturday
- 10:30 AMAges 2 to 6
- 2 PMAges 4 to 8
Times and rate as posted on the center's class schedule page, checked October 2026. Call to confirm current openings.
Insurance and payment
Insurance the center accepts.
Coverage depends on your specific plan, so call to confirm yours before a first visit.
Call (917) 914-5267
Aetna
Cigna
Emblem Health
GHI
Meritain Health
Brighton Health Plan Solutions
1199SEIU
New York State Medical Indemnity Fund- Anthem BCBS
- The Empire Plan
Private pay options
For families who do not have insurance coverage, or who prefer another way to pay, the center offers private pay options. Contact the center to learn about private pay rates and flexible payment plans.
The team
The people your family will meet.
Jenna Zirino-Elder
M.S.Ed. BCBA LBA
Behavior Analyst
Jenna is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, as well as a Licensed Special and General Education Teacher. With more than 15 years in the field, she has extensive experience in the classroom, with home based services, respite services and adult services.
Waleed Elder
M.S.Ed. BCBA LBA
Behavior Analyst
Waleed began his journey in the field of Special Education in 2016 as a 1:1 paraprofessional in a 6:1:3 classroom for school aged children. Since then, he has worked as a behavior intervention specialist and clinical supervisor, and obtained his board certification and NYS licensure as a Behavior Analyst.
Kimberly Davis
M.S. CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist
Kim is a Speech Language Pathologist who has been practicing for over 19 years. She has worked with children of all ages across many settings, from schools to clinics and everything in between.
Betsy Fridman
B.A.
Family Coordinator
Betsy helps families stay connected with the staff, shares resources and ensures communication is easy and clear.
Credentials as the center states them.
Events
Events at the center.
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Google reviews
Rated 5.0 on Google, from 21 reviews.
Immediately after the initial consultation at The Elderberry Learning Center, we knew that this is the right place for our child. The center is well run and the entire staff goes above and beyond to make you feel as if you’re their sole priority. They balance intelligence and clarity on delicate matters and execute structural plans with efficiency. Cannot speak highly enough of Elderberry!
RobGoogle review Jenna and Waleed are amazing. My daughter and I had a great interaction with them and they followed up her evaluation with a very detailed plan that I hope will help us manage our daughters behaviors. Their center is a child's dream! All the toys are awesome and kept very clean and organized. Jenna and Waleed both have a very calm and welcoming demeanor and are so easy to talk to! I highly recommend them!
HibaGoogle review I am very happy that I found this learning center , and have sent my son to there . Jenna and Waleed are very professional , patient and knowledgeable . They create the learning center a warm and welcoming environment for kids , my son is very happy to go there everyday and he is more comfortable playing with other kids , taking turns and expressing himself . I highly recommend for any parents who are looking for the learning center for their kids, this is not only learning center but it is well structured , fun and keeping kids engaged.
WendyGoogle review
Hours and location
Find the center on Highlawn Avenue.
Hours
Open now Closes at 7 PM
| Monday | 11:30 AM to 7 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM to 7 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM to 7 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM to 7 PM |
| FridayToday | 11:30 AM to 7 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 6 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours as listed on Google Maps, October 2026. Holiday hours can differ, so call ahead.
Start with a conversation.
Call the center, or complete its interest form. The form asks about your child's needs so the team can work out which services will support them.