The #1 Mistake ABA Providers Make With Their Finances
Running an ABA practice is no small feat. Between managing therapists, scheduling clients, and dealing with payer delays, bookkeeping often lands at the bottom of the to-do list.
And that’s the mistake.
The #1 financial mistake ABA providers make is treating bookkeeping as an afterthought.
Why This Matters
When your books are inaccurate or outdated:
Cash flow becomes a guessing game. You don’t know when money is coming in or how long you can cover payroll.
Compliance risks increase. Incorrect reporting can trigger IRS headaches or missed state filing requirements.
Growth stalls. Without reliable numbers, you can’t make confident decisions about hiring, expansion, or new programs.
Put simply: if you don’t know your numbers, you don’t really know your business.
The Fix: Consistency Over Perfection
The good news is you don’t need a finance degree to get this right. What you need is consistent, accurate bookkeeping.
That means:
Weekly transaction entry & categorization. Don’t let months pile up.
Monthly reconciliations. Make sure your bank, credit card, and payroll records actually match your books.
Review sessions. Take 30 minutes each month to look at your financial statements (or better, sit with your bookkeeper/advisor).
The Payoff
When your books are current and clean, you:
Pay staff and vendors without stress.
Spot cash crunches before they hit.
Make confident growth decisions with real data.
Your mission is helping clients. Don’t let sloppy books derail that mission. Treat your finances like another therapy session: structured, consistent, and intentional.
Ready to stop guessing and start leading with clarity? Reach out and let’s make your numbers work for you — not against you.
