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Creekside Academy
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A preschool-inspired setting for communication, social skills, pre-academic learning, and independence.
Creekside Academy
Orchid Academy provides early learning ABA therapy at Creekside Academy in Issaquah, at 600 NW Gilman Blvd, Building E, weekdays from 9:00 to 6:00.
Helping children with autism build communication, independence, and confidence through compassionate, evidence-based ABA therapy. Creekside Academy specializes in early learning, providing ABA therapy in a preschool-inspired environment where learners practice communication, social skills, pre-academic learning, and independence needed for future success in school.
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Call (425) 699-7164Orchid Academy provides in-academy ABA therapy in Issaquah, Washington, at 600 NW Gilman Blvd, Bldg E, Issaquah, WA 98027. Contact Orchid Academy in Issaquah:
600 NW Gilman Blvd, Building E, Issaquah



Our purposefully designed classrooms provide learners with opportunities to practice classroom routines, group participation, communication, and independence in a supportive ABA environment.
Since 2017, we've created a structured, preschool-inspired environment where learners build the communication, social, pre-academic, and independence skills needed for success in school and beyond. Through individualized ABA therapy, engaging learning experiences, and meaningful opportunities to practice new skills, every day is designed to help children grow with confidence.
Creekside Academy opened in 2022 at 600 NW Gilman Blvd, Building E, Issaquah, WA 98027. It is an in-academy program for children ages 2–15.
Services at this location include ABA therapy, speech language pathology, occupational therapy, and parent training. Clinical Supervisor Jess Rueda, MEd, BCBA, LBA, has 11 years in the field. Her work includes PEERS social skills groups, parent training, student supervision, and social-emotional learning facilitation. Dr. Christy Warner, BCBA-D, LBA, is Executive Director of Clinical Services for Creekside, Maple Street, and East Wenatchee.
Hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00–6:00. Call (425) 663-2841.
Orchid's other Issaquah academy is Maple Street Academy at 1375 NW Mall St, Suite 4, also ZIP 98027. Maple Street focuses on school readiness. Creekside focuses on early learning. Both currently report no waitlist.
Looking for a different fit? Compare this program with Maple Street Academy's school readiness ABA program in Issaquah .
Orchid Academy also provides in-home ABA therapy for families who need support with routines, communication, and daily living skills where those moments happen. If home-based care is a better fit than an academy day right now, the team can talk through both options with you.
Talk about in-home ABA →Both academies serve children ages 2–15, Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The difference is the learning setting and the goals your child is working toward.
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A preschool-inspired setting for communication, social skills, pre-academic learning, and independence.
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Creekside Academy
600 NW Gilman Blvd, Bldg E, Issaquah, WA 98027
Orchid Academy is in network with Premera Blue Cross, Regence, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Aetna, Medicaid (Washington Apple Health), Molina Healthcare, Asuris Northwest Health, Personify Health, TRICARE.
Not sure if your plan is covered? Our team is happy to verify your benefits and explain your coverage before services begin - at no cost to you!
We know insurance can feel overwhelming. Our team will verify your benefits, answer your questions, and help you understand your coverage before services begin.
Verify My Insurance →Call (425) 699-7164 to check your plan, or compare carriers in the insurance guide.
Insurance participation varies by location and individual plan. Contact our team to confirm your specific benefits at hope@orchidacademy.com.
Because we are committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards in ABA, we do not ask current families to provide testimonials. The reflections shared here come from families who have graduated from our programs and chose to share their experiences after services concluded.
“When our child first started, we had concerns about their ability to acquire essential life skills, communicate effectively, and engage with the world around them.”
“The progress throughout this program has been nothing short of remarkable.”
“Today marks a momentous occasion in our child’s journey as they graduate from the ABA program after years of dedicated effort and support.”
“We are leaving this program with a sense of optimism and confidence about our child’s future.”
“It’s not just the ABA techniques and interventions that have made a difference; it’s the genuine care, empathy, belief, and understanding that every member of your team has shown.”
Care in Issaquah connects to Orchid's wider programs, and to sister sites across Washington.
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Carriers, authorizations, and what plans usually cover.
District Child Find, early intervention, and ABA at the two academies.
How Creekside and Maple Street differ, plus testing and school next steps.
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Find out how our expert team can support your child’s journey:
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A member of the Orchid Academy care team will call you back within 24 hours to talk through next steps. Prefer to talk now?
Call (425) 699-7164