About
Verbal Beginnings is an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) company that promotes independence and improves the quality of life for children with developmental disabilities through a custom treatment approach based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. The practice serves children ages 2-18 diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Washington D.C. They offer various services, including ABA therapy, early intervention, in-home therapy, and center-based therapy. Verbal Beginnings has multiple locations, including Columbia, MD, and provides a supportive and resourceful environment for children and their families. The practice is committed to providing ongoing opportunities for professional growth and advancement, and their team of highly trained professionals is dedicated to delivering empirically-based ABA services.
Insurance & payment
Verbal Beginnings accepts Aetna, Cigna, Highmark Blue Shield, UPMC Health Plan, and UnitedHealthcare insurance plans.
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- UPMC Health Plan
- UnitedHealthcare
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
ABA Therapy
Verbal Beginnings provides ABA therapy to children ages 2-18 diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Washington D.C.
Early Intervention
The practice offers early intervention services designed to develop fundamental skills necessary to succeed in a classroom-based setting, peer interaction, and coordinated play.
In-Home Therapy
Verbal Beginnings provides home-based ABA therapy to families throughout Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Washington D.C.
Center-Based ABA Therapy
The practice offers center-based ABA therapy at their Verbal Beginnings Centers, which provide a highly effective and affordable ABA-based early intervention program that promotes socialization among peers.
Social Skills Program
The Social Beginnings program is a year-round social skills program designed to provide an engaging curriculum for each child's individual needs while being delivered in a group setting.
Feeding Program
The Healthy Beginnings program is a rigorous feeding program to expand variety of food and work on appropriate mealtime behavior.