Helping Hands Family | Bethesda

  • Updated 3 weeks ago
  • Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
  • ABA Therapy
  • Parent Support
  • Parent Training
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About Helping Hands Family | Bethesda

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About Helping Hands Family | Bethesda

At Helping Hands Family, we provide personalized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy services for children diagnosed with autism. Our child-led, in-clinic and in-home therapy programs are tailored to the individual needs of each child. We strive to make a positive impact on each child and family, helping to improve communication, behavior, play, motor skills and social skills. Our experienced and dedicated team of professionals are committed to giving your child the best possible chance to reach their fullest potential.

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When is online therapy a better fit than in-person?
Online therapy is ideal if you:
  • have a busy or changing schedule,
  • live far from providers or have limited transport,
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  • travel frequently or split time between locations.
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Services

Working hours

Closed

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Monday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday

    9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday

    Closed all day
  • Sunday

    Closed all day
  • Local time

    02/18/2026 9:35 pm

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Company Management

Julie Meter, Clinical Director
  • Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
  • Master of Science (M.S.) Criminal Justice and Behavior Analysis at Saint Joseph’s University; Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Public Relations and Psychology at Penn State University

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At Helping Hands Family in Bethesda, we recognize the importance of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and the incredible impact it can have on a person’s life. ABA therapy is rooted in the science of learning and behavior and is designed to help individuals learn communication skills, social skills, and daily living skills while also addressing problematic or challenging behaviors. At Helping Hands Family, our primary goal is to help our clients attain independence and reduce harmful behaviors through our ABA therapy services. If you’re curious to learn more about ABA therapy and how it can benefit you or a loved one, we invite you to check out our complete guide to ABA therapy.
Contact Phone number is (484) 965-9966.
https://hhfamily.com

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