At Verbal Beginnings, supporting a child’s health means looking at the whole picture, including well, let’s face it: Going to the bathroom. Why GI Health Matters Children we serve at Verbal Beginnings can often experience overlapping needs: autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing differences, food allergies, and gastrointestinal conditions. In our feeding clinic, Healthy Beginnings, one…
Behind the Scenes of Verbal Beginnings Academy At Verbal Beginnings, our mission has always been simple and powerful: Changing Lives. One Child at a Time. One Professional at a Time. For over a decade, that mission has guided every decision we make, from the therapy programs we build for the children and families we serve…
Every April the world observes World Autism Acceptance Day (April 2nd) and Autism Acceptance Month. But where did these observances come from and how has the perception of autism evolved over time? Well, what better opportunity than now to do a little throwback on where we’ve come from… and where we’re going! Over time, understanding…
Is your child just picky, or is something more going on? Ben Sarcia, BCBA, Director of Healthy Beginnings, explains the difference between picky eating and food selectivity and how understanding that distinction can help families know when to seek support. When we talk about feeding challenges, I’m not a fan of the word “picky.” Picky…
Every great skill starts with a strong foundation — and social skills are no different. Our Social Beginnings early beginner curriculum is thoughtfully designed to help children build the essential social skills they need to grow their confidence and build connections. Through fun, structured, and meaningful experiences, children learn how to interact with peers in…
At Verbal Beginnings, we believe growth happens one meaningful step at a time. Our Social Beginnings elementary curriculum is designed to help children feel confident and prepared as they navigate school routines, peer interactions, and social expectations—building the skills they need to succeed in the classroom and beyond. This program helps children move from learning…
Ben Sarcia is a clinician at Verbal Beginnings and leads our Healthy Beginnings feeding therapy program. He works closely with children and families who face challenges with selective eating. Ben is also working on his doctoral dissertation, which focuses on making the first steps of feeding therapy less stressful and more supportive for children. In…
At Social Beginnings, summer isn’t just about the sun and fun—it’s about building confidence, independence, and real-world readiness. Our Teen Summer Curriculum is intentionally designed to help teens practice the job and life skills they’ll need well beyond the classroom, all in a fun, supportive environment. Throughout the program, teens work on essential skills like…
We’re excited to share more about our newest Verbal Beginnings ABA Therapy Center opening in Chantilly in Spring 2026. Today’s blog post is a quick FAQ with a little more detail about our new center. We hope our Chantilly team can support your child and family this spring! Where is the new Chantilly center located?…
At Verbal Beginnings, growth often starts with a single spark—an experience, a mentor, or a moment that affirms you’re exactly where you’re meant to be. In this interview, we sit down with one of our dynamic clinical leaders to explore her journey from discovering ABA during a college internship to becoming a Clinical Director guiding…
Summer brings a shift in routine—for kids and families alike. School schedules pause, days feel longer, and parents start looking for ABA-based summer programming options that are both a fit for their child and schedule. At Verbal Beginnings, we see summer as more than a break—it’s an opportunity. To share more about what makes our…
Verbal Beginnings is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work® for 2026. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Verbal Beginnings. This year, 80% of employees stated that Verbal Beginnings is a Great Place To Work – 23 points higher than the average U.S.…