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Ages served
Ages 0-12
Service format
In-Home · In-Center
Payment
3 plans listed
About Positive Development
Positive Development offers a neuro-affirming, play-based approach to autism therapy in Bethesda and the surrounding Maryland suburbs of Washington, using its Developmental Relationship-Based Intervention (DRBI) model rather than traditional high-hour ABA. Care centers on the parent-child relationship and typically involves fewer weekly hours, with in-center occupational, speech, and mental health therapy and virtual diagnostic evaluations also available. Positive Development accepts Aetna, Anthem, and CareFirst in select Maryland, DC, and Virginia areas.
Services and care options
Services
- Developmental Therapy
- Diagnostic Evaluation
- Parent Training
Session formats
- In-Home
- In-Center
- Telehealth
Needs and conditions supported
- Autism
Payment
Insurance and payment
Please confirm current benefits and eligibility directly before booking.
- Aetna
- Anthem
- CareFirst
Where we serve
Service areas and locations
Areas served
Bethesda
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