10 Best ABA Therapy Providers in Washington, DC (2026)
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Gold Standard ABA
ListedGold Standard ABA provides in-home ABA therapy for children with autism across Silver Spring, Wheaton, and Montgomery County. Care is built around an individualized, BCBA-supervised plan and delivered one-on-one in the home, with parent training and autism assessment available. The focus is on communication, social skills, and independence in everyday settings.
- In-home
- Medicaid
- Parent training
Helping Hands Family
ListedHelping Hands Family offers one-to-one, center-based ABA therapy at its South Baltimore clinic for children approximately ages 2 through 6. Individual learning blocks are paired with small-group play and classroom-like routines to support communication, behavior, social participation, independence, and kindergarten readiness. The Little Hands day program provides an extended daytime schedule with peer activities layered into individualized care.
- Center-based
- Early childhood ABA
- School-readiness support
Helping Hands Family
ListedHelping Hands Family provides personalized ABA therapy for children aged 2 to 6 in Lanham, MD. Our dedicated approach focuses on understanding each child's unique needs, creating tailored treatment plans that aim to improve communication, enhance social skills, and build independence. With a strong emphasis on early intervention, our experienced team works collaboratively with families, ensuring that every child has the support they need to thrive before entering kindergarten. At our center, we utilize a child-led, play-based learning approach, transforming therapy into engaging activities that promote skill development in a safe and nurturing environment. Our goal is to empower children affected by autism through compassionate and effective treatment, guiding them toward meaningful and lifelong success.
- Medicaid
- Child-led Learning
- Positive Reinforcement
- Individualized Treatment Plans
Helping Hands Family
ListedHelping Hands Family offers personalized ABA therapy services in Bowie, MD, aimed at enriching the lives of children with autism aged 2 to 6. Our engaging therapy clinics provide a nurturing environment where children can thrive through tailored, play-based programs. Each child benefits from individualized attention, blending one-on-one lessons with interactive group activities, designed to promote developmental growth and joy in learning. Our evidence-based approach focuses on improving communication, behavior, and social skills using methods that are child-led and adaptive to their unique abilities. With a commitment to family collaboration, we ensure open communication with parents at every step of the therapy process. Our empowering strategies aim not only to enhance outcomes for children but also offer valuable support and insights for families to integrate ABA principles into daily routines. We understand the importance of creating a positive and encouraging atmosphere, fostering a love for learning that lasts a lifetime.
- Center-based
- In-home
- Developmental Support
Helping Hands Family
ListedHelping Hands Family's Gaithersburg clinic offers center-based ABA for ages 2 to 6 with goals around communication, regulation, peer play, and routines that match preschool or kindergarten. One-to-one blocks alternate with small-group practice in the same building. A BCBA supervises each plan. Enrollment can confirm whether your policy matches the Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Highmark, or UnitedHealthcare contracts billed most often. Other Maryland clinics, including Baltimore-area sites, give you continuity if you move counties.
- Center-based
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Early Childhood ABA
Helping Hands Family
ListedHelping Hands Family offers compassionate Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy in North Bethesda, MD, for children ages 2 to 6 diagnosed with autism. Our dedicated team of Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) collaborates with families to create personalized therapy plans tailored to each child's unique needs. We focus on essential skills such as motor development, functional communication, and behavioral modification through a blend of fun activities and positive reinforcement. We recognize that family involvement is key to successful outcomes. Parents are encouraged to be active participants in the therapy journey, helping integrate learned skills into daily routines for maximum effectiveness. With our nurturing approach and focus on early intervention, we aim to foster significant improvements in cognitive function, socialization, and communication for all our young clients engaged in ABA therapy.
- In-person
- Telehealth
- Early intervention

Proud Moments ABA - Woodbridge
ListedProud Moments ABA - Woodbridge offers center-based ABA therapy in Woodbridge, VA for children with autism spectrum disorder and related developmental needs. The center serves families across Prince William County, including Woodbridge, Dale City, Lake Ridge, Manassas, and Lorton, with a structured clinic environment built for communication, social skills, behavior support, and daily independence. Each child’s care plan is individualized after assessment and guided by Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Licensed Behavior Analysts. Services include one-to-one ABA therapy, social skills groups, caregiver collaboration, parent training, and ongoing progress monitoring so families can carry therapy goals into everyday routines. The Woodbridge center is open Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM and accepts Medicaid plus several major insurance plans. Families comparing ABA therapy providers near Woodbridge can use the intake process to discuss availability, coverage, clinical fit, and next steps with the Proud Moments ABA team.
- Center-based
- Medicaid
- Communication Skills
- Social skills

Shining Star Clinic
ListedOur Silver Spring clinic provides one-to-one, center-based ABA for children with autism. BCBAs develop individualized programs focused on communication, social skills, and independence, and parents take part in the work so strategies carry into home routines. The clinic serves families in Montgomery County. Maryland Medicaid is accepted.
- Center-based
- Medicaid
Planning guides
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