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Verbal Beginnings | Columbia

  • Updated 3 weeks ago
  • 7175 Columbia Gateway Dr, Columbia, MD 21046
  • ABA Therapy
  • Diagnostic Evaluations
  • Early Intervention
  • Occupational Therapy

About Verbal Beginnings | Columbia

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About Verbal Beginnings | Columbia

Verbal Beginnings is an early intervention Autism center that provides comprehensive services to children between the ages of 1-5. We use Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) intervention and supplement it with Speech and Language and Occupational Therapy, all provided by licensed professionals. Our center-based environment offers a tailored learning experience for each child, with 30-40 hours of instruction per week. We strive to foster Kindergarten Readiness through small group, large group, and 1:1 instruction, as well as enrichment activities. We offer both full day and half day options for families. At Verbal Beginnings, our mission is to help children reach their fullest potential and gain the skills necessary for success.

Is online therapy actually effective?
Research shows that for many issues—such as anxiety, depression, stress and relationship difficulties—online therapy can be just as effective as in-person sessions. What often matters most is finding a therapist you connect with and staying consistent over time.
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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,
  • prefer the privacy and comfort of your own space,
  • travel frequently or split time between locations.
For many people, this flexibility is what makes it possible to actually stay in therapy.
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Is online therapy private and secure?
Reputable online therapy platforms use encrypted connections and secure apps that are designed for confidential healthcare communication. Sessions are held in a private space of your choosing, which can feel safer than a public waiting room.
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How do costs compare with in-person therapy?
Online therapy can sometimes be more affordable overall: there are no travel costs, less time away from work or family, and many platforms offer predictable weekly pricing. The value often comes from being able to attend regularly without extra friction.
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Services

Working hours

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Closed all day

  • 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

    02/21/2026 1:26 pm

Languages

  • English

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At Verbal Beginnings in Columbia, we understand the importance of speech therapy for children, especially those with autism. Our team of speech therapists can help children learn communication skills such as responding to questions, starting and ending conversations, changing topics, and understanding body language. Early intervention is key for language development, so it’s important to get your child started in speech therapy as soon as possible. If your child is having difficulty speaking, they may be quiet, say only a few words, or not speaking at all. Learn more about speech therapy and how Verbal Beginnings in Columbia can help your child with our complete guide.
At Verbal Beginnings, our Columbia-based speech therapists specialize in helping children communicate effectively across all environments. We use a variety of methods, including gestures, simple signs, verbal speech, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) to help children improve their nonverbal skills, form speech in a clearer way, communicate thoughts and feelings clearly, understand and respond to questions, discern facial expressions and their corresponding emotions, notice and understand body language, and improve feeding and swallowing. Stuttering is also something our speech therapists can help with.
At Verbal Beginnings in Columbia, we provide ABA therapy, or Applied Behavior Analysis, to help children and adults learn to improve their communication, social, and daily living skills. Our goal is to use ABA principles to teach skills to promote independence and reduce problem behaviors. Learn more about ABA therapy from our guide, which covers everything you need to know.
Contact Phone number is (855) 866-9893.
http://www.verbalbeginnings.com

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