Maryland Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist | Move Up ABA

ABA Therapy

A group of three teenagers laughing and having fun in front of a pink wall.
Adolescents with autism face a unique mix of challenges—and ABA therapy is uniquely equipped to help. Through targeted interventions, teens gain the tools to succeed at home, school, and beyond. One young man I supported had a tough time transitioning between classes and was often overwhelmed by n...
Autistic girl with pigtails smiling and painting at a chalkboard.
We hear it all the time: “Is my child too old for ABA therapy?” The honest answer? Age matters, but it’s not everything. I’ve worked with a 10-year-old who struggled with peer interactions and classroom transitions. In less than six months, he was confidently raising his hand, using calming ...
Does stimming mean you're neurodivergent?
The world of neurodiversity is vast, encompassing a range of neurological differences in how people process information and interact with the world. One common behavior often linked to neurodivergence, particularly autism, is stimming. Stimming, short for self-stimulatory behavior, involves repetiti...
ABA Therapy vs. Speech Therapy
Behavioral analysis and speech therapy represent two distinct yet potentially complementary approaches to enhancing communication skills. While speech therapy directly focuses on improving speech and language abilities. Applied behavioral analysis (ABA) targets increasing adaptive behaviors through ...
Is 10 hours of ABA enough?
ABA therapy, rooted in the science of behavior analysis , has gained recognition as an effective intervention for individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This therapy focuses on improving specific behaviors such as social skills, communication, and daily living skills. Given the i...
kids having therapy session
Applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy is recognized as the most effective treatment approach for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This therapy focuses on understanding the relationship between behavior and the environment to bring about meaningful changes. By using ABA therapy prin...