It is our mission to provide personalized, evidence-based ABA therapy that empowers children to make bigger strides toward a brighter future.
Our evidence-based ABA services are improving outcomes for children on the autism spectrum across the country.
We are changing what is possible for the individuals we work with, enriching their families and communities, and shifting perspectives toward greater understanding and acceptance of autism.
We believe that effective ABA therapy is built upon respect for your child’s individuality and supportive guidance for your family. We invest in a deep understanding of your child’s unique personality, strengths, and challenges and prioritize family involvement as a critical element of our success.
To make learning more enjoyable and effective, our skilled Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) design engaging, personalized treatment plans that resonate with your child’s interests. We work closely with you every step of the way, empowering parents and caregivers with the tools and strategies needed to reinforce skills at home.
By applying evidence-based ABA techniques with heartfelt understanding, we create a holistic support system that fosters your child’s growth and development.
Our methodology not only addresses behavioral challenges and life skills, but also emotional well-being, ensuring that each child feels valued and supported. By fostering a nurturing environment that celebrates every achievement, we empower children to build essential skills while developing the self-confidence and resilience they need to succeed.
At Brighter Strides ABA we don’t believe in penalty to inspire performance—we use only positive reinforcement techniques to achieve meaningful goals. We encourage desired behaviors by rewarding children for their achievements.
By celebrating even small successes, we not only boost a child’s confidence but also reinforce their willingness to engage in the process and try new things. This positivity focus fosters resilience and skill building that ultimately leads to greater independence and success with daily living activities, communication, and socialization.
By continuously striving for excellence and adapting our services to meet the unique needs of each community, we are proudly making a lasting impact on the lives of children with autism and their families across the nation.
As a result of our unwavering commitment to quality care and personalized support, we are now able to offer our ABA therapy services in 11 states. Though our numbers have expanded, our one goal remains the same. At each Brighter Strides ABA clinic, and within every home and school setting we work, our ABA therapy experts create a nurturing environment that empowers children to thrive.
The core values that inform our work inspire the positive outcomes that set us apart.
We honor each child’s individuality to ensure that every child feels valued and understood.
We respect the importance of focusing on a child’s strengths as well as their areas of need.
We build strong partnerships with our families, empowering them to become active participants in their child’s ABA therapy.
We embrace continuous learning to stay at the forefront of our field, apply best practices, and redefine what is possible with ABA.
We are passionate about what we do and how we can serve you best. By recruiting dedicated professionals who are leading the field, we ensure that your child receives the highest quality care and support.
Our highly trained and experienced team is united by a shared commitment to fostering your child’s growth and independence and supporting your family with the tools to create a loving, inclusive environment.
Brighter Strides ABA began with a desire to help one household struggling with their three children on the autism spectrum. In observing the family’s dynamics and patterns of behavior, the founders were both troubled and encouraged—they witnessed the extent of the family’s daily hardships, but also recognized the power of each child’s unique strengths, talents, and interests in meeting these challenges.
Inspired by these insights and a commitment to providing better outcomes for the autism community, they set out to model compassionate, results-oriented care—an inclusive approach to ABA therapy that mobilizes each child’s potential to address their individual needs and empowers the entire family with supportive guidance.
Starting in 2020 with a few families in Maryland, Brighter Strides ABA began providing highly individualized, ABA therapy tailored to each child’s personality, strengths, and goals. Our comprehensive approach to compassionate care quickly gained momentum within the autism community and fueled our growth.
Brighter Strides ABA now offers services in state-of-the-art clinics, in homes, and at schools across the country, empowering families nationwide with personalized ABA therapy programs that foster the growth and independence of neurodivergent children and youth. Today, our story continues in the successful outcomes of each individual, family, and community we serve.
Insurance acceptance varies by state.
Our impact is changing what is possible for the individuals we work with, enriching their families and communities, and shifting perspectives toward greater understanding and acceptance of autism.
We hope to answer your most common questions here, but encourage you to please reach out for more information.
Private health insurance providers are commonly mandated to include coverage for ABA services, but benefits do vary by state and depend on the specifics of your insurance plan. Providers may also require an official ASD diagnosis to approve coverage.
Brighter Strides ABA is in-network with most major insurance providers. Please contact us and a member of our administrative team will check your insurance eligibility and navigate the process for you.
Parents and guardians play a critical role in their child’s ABA therapy success. Research shows that parental involvement in therapy significantly improves outcomes. By sharing valuable insights about your child’s preferences, strengths, and challenges during our assessment and then actively participating in their therapy, you are an important factor in their progress.
Your support and encouragement during therapy sessions can help your child stay motivated and engaged in the work. With parental reinforcement of therapy techniques and strategies in daily life at home, children can better generalize their skills across different environments. Active parent participation is vital for consistent reinforcement of learned skills outside of therapy sessions.
Your BCBA will support you with parental coaching and communicate directly throughout your child’s program, but it is important to understand that parents and caregivers have an essential role in the process.
Interested in more support for your family? Learn more about our Family Training & Support programs designed to maximize effective parental and family involvement in ABA therapy.
Yes, depending on where you are located, we offer school-based ABA therapy that seamlessly integrates behavioral support and skill building with academic learning in the classroom. Learn more about our School-Based ABA Therapy
Have questions? Want to know more? We invite you to chat with a member of our team.
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