Comprehensive Autism Therapy in Elkridge, MD
Changing lives.
Comprehensive
Early Intervention Autism Services
Compassionate Care
through Effective Treatment.
At Verbal Beginnings, we utilize the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to support children in reaching their full potential! Our passionate clinicians develop personalized treatment plans that cater to each child’s specific needs, helping families see real growth and meaningful milestones.
For over a decade, our goal has been to drive lasting, positive change by equipping children with essential skills for success. And our journey is far from over! With ongoing expansion, we’re committed to bringing high-quality support to even more families who need it.
Learn About Our Services
At Verbal Beginnings, we recognize that every child is unique, which is why our therapy programs are tailored to fit their specific needs! From early intervention and feeding therapy to social skills development, our dedicated team is here to guide and support your child’s progress at every stage.
Center-Based ABA Therapy
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy helps children develop important skills like talking, making friends, and completing everyday tasks, all in a fun and supportive way. It’s especially effective for children with autism, as it focuses on teaching new behaviors and reducing challenges that might make learning or socializing harder. ABA therapy gives kids the tools they need to grow, learn, and thrive at their own pace.
Early Beginnings
We believe that working with children with autism and other developmental disabilities in the earliest years (ages 1.5 – 6 years old) needs to focus on strong foundations that impact the whole self. For us this means all of the early skills like language, communication, independent play, and social skills.By structuring our program around these foundation elements, children are set up for success both in the classroom and out.
Social Beginnings
Social Beginnings is a social skills for kids program exclusive to Verbal Beginnings that provides therapeutic opportunities for children to learn and develop social skills with their peers. The curriculum behind the fun is research-driven and provides the opportunity for clinicians to monitor your child’s progress during their time in the group. Groups meet weekly throughout the year in various locations around Maryland and children are matched with peers of similar age and skill level. Group sizes are small and are led by highly experienced BCBAs and Registered Behavior Technicians.
Healthy Beginnings
Healthy Beginnings is Verbal Beginnings’ specialized feeding therapy program, designed to support children facing picky eating habits or other feeding challenges. Through individualized therapy plans, our team works closely with families to help children build positive relationships with food, improve their eating habits, and ensure they are meeting their nutritional needs. With a focus on empowering both children and their caregivers, Healthy Beginnings aims to make mealtime a positive and successful experience for everyone.
About Verbal Beginnings
Verbal Beginnings applies the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to help children unlock their full potential. Our experienced clinicians use customized teaching strategies to promote meaningful growth, creating a lasting impact for both children and their families.
For over ten years, our mission has been to create positive change by ensuring every child gets the support they need to thrive. As we continue to grow, we remain dedicated to delivering outstanding care and making a difference in the lives of even more children and families every day!
We Accept Most Major Insurance
A Commitment to Quality Care
Verbal Beginnings is an accredited provider of ABA therapy
Our Columbia Location
Our Columbia, MD Center
Verbal Beginnings’ Columbia, MD center provides high-quality autism therapy in a convenient location at 7090 Samuel Morse Drive. Families from Elkridge will find easy access to our center, situated in the Columbia Gateway Drive business district. Whether traveling from Route 175, Snowden River Parkway, or I-95, reaching us is simple and stress-free.
With ample parking and a welcoming, spacious lobby, our center is surrounded by great dining and shopping options. If you’re arriving via Route 175 or Snowden River Parkway, take the exit for Columbia Gateway Drive and follow it to the far end of the loop, where you’ll find Samuel Morse Drive. Stop by today to see how our team can help support your child’s growth and development!
FAQ
Do we have a waiting list?
We do not have a waitlist because we do not want families waiting for services. If you contact us and we do not have availability in your area at that time, we will provide you resources to help you find providers who are available in your area. We are always recruiting and training new talent, so feel free to check back and see if availability has opened up after some time.
Do we use the VB-MAPP and/or provide VB instruction?
Yes! The majority of our therapists utilize the VB-MAPP assessment to assess children with deficits in the area of communication. The assessment is then used to create the communication goals needed and VB instruction is utilized to teach those skills. Learn more about the VB-MAPP here.
What does the process of beginning services look like?
View our ABA Therapy Process page for a detailed guide.
How long do children typically need ABA therapy?
This is really determined on a child-by-child basis and cannot be determined by anyone but the BCBA and treatment team working with your child. ABA is an ongoing therapy that can change and grow with your child to cater to their ever-changing needs as they continue to grow older.
What services do you provide in-center at Columbia?
Healthy Beginnings, Early Beginnings, Social Beginnings, Speech Therapy, and Occupational Therapy.