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ABA therapy for autism in Maryland

We show up like family

At Admire ABA, we go above and beyond to help children with autism thrive. Our team offers personalized ABA therapy in Maryland with the dedication and heart your family deserves.

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You’re not in this alone - An ABA provider you can count on

Starting ABA therapy is a big step for your family, and we don't take your trust lightly. We're always here, ready to listen, adjust, and advocate for what's best.

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What we offer

Our autism therapy services

Every family in Maryland is different. Every child is different. We build our services around that.

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In-Home ABA Therapy

Home is where your child feels most like themselves — so that’s where we start. Our therapists come to you across Maryland, working in the space where learning feels natural and safe. Sessions happen in real moments: mealtime, getting dressed, playing with a sibling. Skills build where life actually happens.
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Diagnostic Services

Not sure where to start? We can help with that too. We guide Maryland families through the autism evaluation process — explaining what to expect, connecting you with the right clinicians in the state, and making sure you have what you need to take the next step. A diagnosis isn’t the end of the story. It’s the beginning of getting the right support.
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School Advocacy

Your child deserves the right support at school — and getting there can feel like a fight. We stand with Maryland families through IEP meetings, evaluations, and conversations with teachers and administrators. Whether your child attends school in Baltimore, Rockville, Silver Spring, or anywhere in between, you shouldn’t have to navigate the system alone.
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Parent Training

Therapy is most powerful when it doesn’t stop when we leave. We work closely with Maryland families to share the strategies, language, and tools your child’s team uses — so you can respond with confidence in the moments that catch you off guard. You know your child better than anyone. We help you use that.
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Daycare-Based ABA Therapy

Your child is already spending their day at a Maryland daycare — so why not bring therapy there? Our daycare-based ABA embeds skilled support into the environment your child is already in, working alongside caregivers to target social skills, communication, and daily routines in real time. No extra trips. No disruption to your schedule. Just steady, consistent progress.

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Weekend ABA Therapy

Maryland families are busy. We know that. For families who can’t fit therapy into the weekday routine, we offer weekend ABA sessions that work around school, work, and everything else on your plate. Your child’s progress shouldn’t depend on when you can get there. We make it flexible, on purpose.
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Early Intervention

The earlier we start, the more doors we can open. Our early intervention services are available to Maryland families with young children — often between 18 months and 5 years — at the point in development when the brain is most ready to grow. We work intensively and keep the focus on the skills that shape everything else: communication, connection, and independence.
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Community-Based ABA Therapy

The grocery store. The playground. The library. These are the places life gets challenging — and the places where real growth happens. Our community-based ABA therapy serves families across Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, Howard County, and beyond, building confidence and skills where they’re needed most.
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BCBA Supervision & Ongoing Assessment

Every child at Admire ABA has a Board Certified Behavior Analyst overseeing their care. Maryland families can count on regular check-ins, data-driven progress tracking, and treatment plans that grow alongside your child. If something isn’t working, we adjust. If your child is ready for more, we’re already planning the next step.

From Baltimore to Bethesda, from Hagerstown to the Eastern Shore — if your family is in Maryland, we’re here for you.

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What we offer

Insurance coverage for ABA therapy

Admire ABA is in network with Maryland Medicaid and CareFirst, so families covered by those plans can begin ABA therapy with their benefits verified upfront.

In network:
Don’t see your insurance? Don’t count yourself out.
We work with many other commercial plans, and coverage is often possible with the right approvals. Reach out and we’ll look into your specific plan, walk you through your options, and handle the benefits check for you. You’ll know exactly what’s covered before therapy begins.
Other commercial plans welcome. Let’s talk about yours.
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How ABA helps

Every child with autism has different challenges—whether it’s buttoning a shirt, expressing their needs, or connecting with friends. Through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), we break each skill into small, manageable steps, using evidence-based strategies to reinforce positive behaviors until they become second nature.

What Maryland Families Are Saying

Everyday skills. Everyday wins.

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Communication

Stating needs, asking questions,
connecting with others

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Motor skills

Writing, tying shoes, catching
a ball

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Daily living

Dressing independently,
managing routines, personal care

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Regulation

Identifying feelings, calming
down, managing transitions

How progress actually happens

We talk about your child — whether they have a diagnosis, or if you need to get one. We check insurance coverage, answer your questions, and make sure the first steps feel clear and supported.

Our Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) assesses how your child moves through the world — what challenges them, what lights them up, and what supports their growth.

Our experienced team partners with you to design a therapy plan that fits your life — your routines, your child’s rhythm, and your family’s goals.

Therapy begins, steady and personal. We celebrate progress, adjust when needed, and stay close as new milestones take shape.

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ABA therapy across Maryland

Wherever you are in Maryland, quality ABA therapy should be within reach. Our team supports children and families in communities throughout the state, meeting them at home, at school, in daycare, and out in the places where everyday life happens. Find your community below to learn how Admire ABA can support your child close to home.

What growth feels like

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“She asked a friend to play — and they did!”

We’ve been working on that one sentence for months. Totally worth it.

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“She tried a new food.”

She always turns away. This time, she opened her mouth.

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"He told his cousin, ‘I need a break.’”

He’s learning to speak up instead of shutting down.

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“She made it through a grocery trip without a meltdown.”

Bright lights, noise, and all.

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“She’s joining conversations at dinner now.”

For the first time, we’re hearing what she thinks.

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“He’s calmer. We’re calmer.”

The whole house feels lighter.

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“He waved goodbye to his therapist.”

Before, he used to run off. Now he pauses, smiles, and waves first.

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Getting started with ABA therapy in Maryland

We make the first steps simple, so you can focus on your child.

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Step 1: Reach Out

Call us or send a message. We will answer your questions and walk you through what to expect, with no pressure.

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Step 2: Verify your coverage

We check your insurance benefits and handle the paperwork, so you know what is covered before anything begins.

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Step 3: Initial assessment

A BCBA meets your child, gets to know their strengths and needs, and builds a personalized treatment plan.

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Step 4: Begin therapy

Your child starts ABA therapy in the setting that fits your family, with regular progress tracking and check-ins along the way.

Frequently asked questions about ABA therapy in Maryland

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based therapy that helps children with autism build skills in communication, social interaction, daily living, and emotional regulation. It breaks each skill into small, manageable steps and uses positive reinforcement to encourage progress, with goals built around your child’s strengths and needs.

Admire ABA is in network with Maryland Medicaid and CareFirst, so families on those plans can begin therapy with their benefits verified upfront. We also work with many other commercial plans on a case-by-case basis, depending on your coverage and approval. Just reach out and we will check your specific plan for you.

Most insurance plans require an autism diagnosis to authorize ABA therapy. If your child does not have one yet, that is okay. Admire ABA offers diagnostic services, so we can walk you through the evaluation process, help you understand what to expect, and get you to the next step without sending you elsewhere.

We meet your child where they are most comfortable. Admire ABA offers in-home, daycare-based, and community-based ABA therapy across Maryland, so skills are built in the real settings where your child lives and learns.

It depends on your child’s individual needs. Many children benefit from somewhere between 10 and 25 hours per week, and your BCBA recommends a specific number based on your child’s goals and what insurance authorizes.

Every child’s care is overseen by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Your BCBA assesses your child, designs the treatment plan, and adjusts it over time, with regular check-ins and data-driven progress tracking along the way.

Once your coverage is approved and the initial assessment is complete, most families begin within a few weeks. We move as quickly as we can to match your child with the right therapist.

We work with children and young people from early childhood through age 21. That includes early intervention for the youngest children, often starting around 18 months, when early support can make a meaningful difference. Reach out and we will talk through what is right for your child.

Whatever your child needs, we find the way to make it happen.

Get in touch with a team that never gives up.

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