August is just around the corner, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to announce that Verbal Beginnings is bringing center-based ABA therapy services to Lanham, Maryland! We know so many families in the Prince George’s County area have been waiting for a convenient local option, and we can’t wait to be part of your community.…
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…
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?…
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.…
Join Us for a Sensory-Friendly Trunk or Treat at the Columbia Center! Get ready for a fun-filled day at Verbal Beginnings’ annual Sensory-Friendly Trunk or Treat, happening on October 26th from 11 AM to 2 PM at our Columbia Center. This event is designed to create a safe and enjoyable environment for children of all…
Today’s post is written by Talent Acquisition Specialist, Tia Johnson, and tackles some of the most common questions (answers) about becoming an RBT. Check it out! First Things First… What is an RBT? A Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is a credentialed professional who practices Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) under the close, ongoing supervision of a…
What drives us at Verbal Beginnings? Seeing lives changed. Seeing kids and families change. Seeing ourselves change. This is what motivates us and what pushes us on to make better programs, to become better people, and ultimately, make the world a better place. If you somehow missed it, this spring we celebrated the grand opening…
People from all around the world recognize April as the “month of blue,” specifically, Autism Awareness Month. It’s a vital time to raise general public knowledge about autism, rally the community for positive change, and inform some pre-held beliefs about autism that may not be true. To close out this special month of awareness and…
Verbal Beginnings recently had the opportunity to be a sponsor at the Women in Behavioral Analysis (WIBA) Conference in Nashville, TN. This is the third year the conference has taken place and it proved to be a big success. ABA professionals from around the nation were able to come together and collaborate through a shared…
Verbal Beginnings is excited to announce the grand opening of the NEW Verbal Beginnings Center located just ½ mile away from our current center on Columbia Gateway Drive in Columbia, Maryland. We will stick to the same philosophy of improving the quality of life for children with developmental disabilities through top-notch care, now just with a…
You log in to your portal. Click over to your test results. You take a deep breath and… You passed! Congratulations rockstar, you can now add “BCBA” to the end of your name because you are officially board certified. It’s a great feeling and reflects all the hard work that you’ve put in. But now…
For parents of children with autism, Verbal Beginnings Center offers hope. Created in 2016 the program offers Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy in a center-based environment. ABA Therapy is a successful method of helping children diagnosed with autism to overcome many of their challenges and is particularly successful when you begin providing services to children…