Key Takeaway Points:

• Actify ABA serves families across multiple Maryland counties with in-home support for children and teens ages 2 to 21.
• Getting started with ABA therapy in Maryland is simpler than most parents expect.

Some version of “ABA therapy near me” has probably been Googled at some point over the last few months. Maybe at 11 pm after a particularly hard day. Most parents who eventually find their way to ABA therapy say the same thing: the first step was simpler than they imagined.

For Maryland parents trying to figure out where to begin, the process with Actify ABA is broken down here. The assessment, the intake, and getting connected with a team that will walk alongside your family are all covered below.

What Is an ABA Assessment?

Before any therapy begins, an evaluation is completed. The child evaluation used by ABA providers is not a test with right or wrong answers. It is a structured process designed to help your BCBA understand your child fully before treatment decisions are made.

A typical assessment can include the following: 

A parent interview is conducted: Your BCBA will sit with you to discuss your child’s developmental history, daily routines, and family priorities. Your observations carry real weight here. Nobody in that room knows your child better than you do.

Direct observation takes place: Through play and natural interaction, the therapist watches how your child communicates, handles transitions, and manages everyday tasks. Nothing about the process looks clinical from your child’s perspective.

Skill and preference assessments are completed: Your BCBA will complete several assessments with you or, if more convenient, provide them for you to complete on your own time.

Skill assessments are standardized tools that help identify where your child is developmentally across a variety of areas. Preference assessments help us determine what motivates your child by identifying their favorite activities, toys, foods, or other reinforcers.

The most effective ABA therapy is individualized. By understanding both your child’s current skills and what they genuinely enjoy, we can create meaningful learning opportunities that keep them engaged and motivated throughout therapy.

From all of that, a treatment plan is built by your BCBA. Goals reflect your child’s strengths, clinical needs, and your family’s priorities.

How Families Book ABA Therapy Through Actify

The first step is simple: reaching out. A call to 410-929-0988, an email to hello@actifyaba.com, or the contact form on the Contact Us page all work. The team walks families through every stage from there, including insurance verification, intake paperwork, and scheduling.

Insurance submissions are handled on your behalf by the administrative team. Actify ABA is in-network with all Maryland Medicaid providers. Most major insurance plans cover ABA therapy for children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis.

Once insurance and intake are confirmed, your child’s BCBA conducts a full assessment. A service level is recommended based on your child’s individual needs. Sessions are then scheduled around your family’s lifestyle, together with your BCBA.

How Long Will My Child Need Therapy?

No universal answer exists for children with autism. Duration depends on your child’s individual needs, current skill set, and progress over time.

A transition and discharge plan is created by the clinical team during intake. That plan is revisited regularly as goals are met and new ones are introduced. Progress, timelines, and expectations are communicated clearly throughout.

What an In-Home ABA Session Looks Like With Actify

For Maryland families, therapy with Actify ABA is delivered at home (or in certain circumstances, it can take place in your child’s daycare setting). That detail matters more than people often realize at first. When a skill is learned in the environment where your child lives, the transfer process is already done. Progress shows up at the kitchen table, during the bedtime routine, and in the moments that used to be the hardest.

During a typical in-home session, a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) works directly with your child under BCBA supervision. Sessions generally run between two and five hours, several days per week, depending on your child’s recommended hours.

Goals may cover communication practice, daily living independence, handling frustrating or unexpected situations, and reducing behaviors that interfere with everyday life.

We also encourage parent collaboration at every stage. Regular contact with your BCBA is built into our process. Parents will have full visibility into goals, and progress and communication will be maintained throughout your child’s time with us. 

Where Actify ABA Serves Maryland Families

Services are currently provided across Montgomery County, Howard County, Anne Arundel County, Baltimore County, Prince George’s County, Frederick County, and Queen Anne’s County.

Families searching for Montgomery County ABA providers or exploring Maryland autism programs along the Baltimore corridor or in the Prince George’s area are encouraged to reach out to us for in-home ABA services or any questions.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Does my child need an autism diagnosis to start ABA therapy?

Most insurance plans require an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis to cover ABA therapy. ABA has also shown positive outcomes for children with ADHD, ODD, OCD, and other behavioral concerns. For children without a formal diagnosis, options can be discussed directly with our team.

2. What happens after reaching out to Actify ABA?

No commitment is required by reaching out. Questions are welcome, and our team is happy to help families think through whether ABA is the right fit before any decisions are made.

3. How is an ABA assessment scheduled in Maryland with Actify ABA?

You simply have to reach out to start the process by contacting us at 410-929-0988, emailing us at hello@actifyaba.com, or filling out the Contact Form on our website. After reaching out, insurance verification, intake, and assessment scheduling are all handled from there.

4. Will parents be involved in therapy?

Yes. Regular BCBA meetings are included, along with involvement in goal-setting and parent training designed to reinforce progress between sessions.

5. What happens when a session needs to be rescheduled?

Scheduling changes can be discussed directly with our care team, who understands the need for flexibility.