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    Wings to Fly Therapy and Play Center

    5.0(2 reviews)
    9.6 mi

    The staff at Wings to Fly Therapy and Play Center are professional and ground breaking. My son has…read morespeech therapy with them. He has truly progressed in his communication and his articulation. It is so hard being a parent so it is wonderful to have some help!!

    Wings To Fly Therapy Center has been an awesome experience for us. We've been working with Denise…read morethe OT for 2 years now and most recently Kate the SLP. I could not be more pleased with the attention to detail of the providers, feedback to me the parent after each visit, and the progress that my kids have made. Kate is working RPM in conjunction with a home program for one of my boys and we are amazed each week by what he knows and most importantly, that he can now have a way to show us. Denise maintains phenomenal instructional control and works specifics for fine motor improvement, spacial awareness, hand eye coordination etc. I also love that she will try new things to elicit a new response to similar stimuli. She's always thinking of new ways to achieve results. I find the therapists to be "real people", knowledgeable in their trade, professional, and loving towards kids. The atmosphere is another plus. It's a welcoming Center with a waiting room that would put other center's to shame. There are tables to work at your computer, things to keep your other kids occupied and there is also a huge play room with ball pit, trampoline and swings available. The owner knows the world well and lives it daily. That is why she makes every effort to make the experience a great one for not only the kids, yet the families and caregivers who are present also. It's clean, free parking and right off 28 and 66. For us, it's an A+. I am available to chat with anyone who wants more detail from a parent's perspective. If you ask the owner, she can pass on your contact details to me. I'm in there at least once per week!

    Ally Behavior Centers - Construction station and sand table at our Rockville center.

    Ally Behavior Centers

    5.0(1 review)
    18.0 mi

    I started my son here in the Winter of 2019. We were unsatisfied with the preschool program that he…read morewas in so we looked around to see if there was a place that would offer ABA therapy and be full-time as his preschool was part-time and often didn't have class due to administrative days and what not which was really frustrating. There aren't that many ABA centers that provide full day services and when I visited some of them they looked so cold and clinical. When I visited Ally I got a better, more personalized feeling since it was more open and you would see kids playing. They have great communication and I can always speak to the BCBA when I need to and the teachers are great. Additionally, when most preschools/day care centers were closed early on and often stayed closed in the pandemic, they were only briefly closed and were able to go back to providing in-home services which was great since as we all know that the pandemic has had a negative impact on kids with ASD due to lack of available/in person services. They have also been taking precautions during the Pandemic which is great. Although my son got off to a rocky start due to the new environment and change in schedule (to be expected with a kid with ASD), with each day we saw improvement. Over the past two years he has been at the center, he has become a more social, active, talkative little boy. We were sad to leave this past fall because we had such a great experience, but he has been thriving in kindergarten due to the foundation that was built at Ally. All in all this is a great place and if you're looking for quality ABA center, Ally Behavior Centers is the way to go.

    From the owner: We provide center-based early intervention ABA therapy for young children. Every client is with us…read morefrom 9 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday in order to maximize the number of therapy hours proven to yield the most progress. Access to services beyond early intervention ABA therapy is readily available, such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, and psychological support. Our centers are lively with a variety of structured, natural, and preschool-like environments that fully support and encourage each client to grow. Every child is paired with a team of 1:1 therapists who they rotate through, allowing them to learn from different individuals but also maintain consistency in relationships.

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    MeBe

    5.0(1 review)
    9.6 mi

    As a parent, choosing ABA therapy for your child is not a small decision. It feels emotional,…read moreoverwhelming, and honestly a little scary. From our very first interaction, MeBe made us feel supported instead of pressured. What stood out immediately was how much time they took to truly get to know our child -- not just the diagnosis, but their personality, strengths, and what motivates them. The BCBAs build real relationships with families. Communication has been clear and consistent, and I've never felt left out of the process. I always know what we're working on and why. The therapists are warm, patient, and genuinely excited about the progress they see. Sessions feel structured and purposeful, but still playful and engaging. My child looks forward to going -- and that alone says so much. Progress hasn't been overnight (and no one promised that), but it has been steady and meaningful. We're seeing skills carry over into home and school in ways that truly matter for our family. If you're a parent trying to figure out next steps, I can say this: MeBe leads with relationships first. And that has made all the difference for us.

    From the owner: Serious fun—that’s the essence of MeBe’s proven approach to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Speech…read more& Language Pathology, and Occupational Therapy. We have immediate openings for all three services and can accommodate your family’s needs through clinic-based, in-home, or telehealth options. We’re in-network with most major commercial insurances and Medicaid. Discover what MeBe has to offer today!

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    Meet our owners, Abigail Bunt and Patrick Bunt! MeBe is family-owned and operated.

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    Autism Behavioral Solutions

    Autism Behavioral Solutions

    5.0(1 review)
    24.0 mi

    I met Meghan (the owner & BCBA) a year ago when I thought something might be wrong with my daughter…read more- she was not speaking at all! I thought there was a slight chance that she might have autism. My daughter's lack of communication skills lead her to violently bang her head on the floor because she couldn't communicate her basic needs - water, food, etc. My husband and I didn't always understand what she needed. At the first session, Meghan had her signing 3 words. After a few months, Meghan taught my daughter to sign 20 words and also taught her to make more of an effort to speak. More importantly, she taught me and my husband how to motivate my daughter to speak. She had a ton of tools in her toolbox for us. She also significantly reduced the violent behaviors and frustrations my daughter had. She also helped me navigate the system to figure out what was going on with my daughter. We found out later that my daughter was suffering from apraxia. Meghan is truly GIFTED at ABA! I recommend her to everyone!

    From the owner: Autism Behavior Solutions, LLC provides school and home-based ABA therapy to individuals with…read moreautism. We offer assessments, assessment-based educational treatment plans, research-based behavior intervention plans, and IEP review/meeting support services. We are located in Alexandria, Virginia and serve the Northern Virgina area. All services are implemented by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).

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    Amen Clinics

    3.4(51 reviews)
    10.6 mi

    I went into my Zoom appointment with Dr. Sumner feeling nervous, which honestly was expected since…read moreanxiety was the very reason I was seeking help. That said, I was not terribly anxious because I had already had such a wonderful, warm, and reassuring intake call with her assistant Sarah, who was kind, patient, and thorough. Even so, I had never met Dr. Sumner before, and with my anxiety being as high as it was, I felt that familiar edge of fear creep in. Within just minutes of speaking with Dr. Sumner, that fear completely melted away. Her presence was calm, grounded, and deeply compassionate, and I immediately felt safe. She took the time to truly listen, not just to my symptoms, but to my story. She gently and clearly explained that the anxiety I was experiencing was a very normal response to the amount of stress I had been under. That alone brought such relief. What truly stood out to me was when she explained how anxiety often feeds on itself, how we become anxious about having anxiety, which only intensifies it. That insight hit home so deeply. I had experienced a difficult bout of anxiety back in 2019, and having it return stirred up so many old, painful memories. Dr. Sumner understood this immediately and addressed it with such wisdom and kindness that I felt seen and understood rather than judged or rushed. She also quickly picked up on the fact that I am very hesitant about medication and strongly prefer natural approaches. Instead of dismissing that, she respected it fully. Learning that Dr. Sumner is also an herbologist spoke straight to my heart. It meant everything to be working with someone who honors both mental health and natural healing. Her approach felt balanced, thoughtful, and deeply humane. By the end of our call, I felt something I had not felt in a long time, peace. I could breathe again. I felt hopeful. I even felt excited about my life moving forward. That shift alone was priceless. Dr. Sumner is thoughtful, caring, gentle, brilliant, and genuinely kind. She has a rare ability to calm, reassure, and empower all at the same time. I am beyond grateful for her care and cannot recommend her highly enough to anyone who is struggling with anxiety and looking for a compassionate, whole person approach.

    After reading these reviews, I felt compelled to share my experience. I am happy and angered by the…read morepositive reviews bc I, too, went in with high hopes and a willingness to spend whatever was necessary to get better. I'm happy others had good outcomes, but angered that I was apparently treated so differently, despite purchasing the same comprehensive program. $5000+ later, I did not receive a binder of any sort/-only random emails with attachments that weren't even encrypted to protect my PII and PHI. The people at the front desk were friendly enough, but seemingly incompetent to handle basic office transactions. Some of this may have been due to confusing and inconsistent office policies and practices. I paid for the scans, met with their only psychologist on staff to get an interpretation for what they claim to have found and then presented with a list of their supplements to purchase, totaling 100s of dollars. It all seemed quite superficial and generic, but I went along. Then, I was told that the psychiatrist I met with once doesn't do therapy only the initial interpretations and that I'd have to find my own therapist. Mind you, I'd called to confirm that they had all the support I felt I needed in house and they assured me that they had the best. When it came time for me to avail myself, I was told to Google in my area and choose someone. What?!?! I LIVE IN THE AREA WHERE THE CLINIC IS LOCATED!!! I was interested in the EMDR services they allegedly offered and other such therapies they claimed to provide as part of the most comprehensive package they offered, which is what I purchased. Of course, they didn't have those services or any others in house. I was told to Google and randomly select someone. They offered no one or no help to find someone reputable. The medical appointment was also not included in the package, contrary to what I was 'sold'. No, I had to pay yet another $500+ to see her, which I did bc. I'd already had a huge sunk cost and, like everyone that goes there, I was desperate. She made me feel hopeful. She ordered more bloodwork to the tune of over $600, and then I was told I'd have to pay another $200 to follow up with her. My insurance company doesn't recognize this establishment as a legitimate medical provider, so I paid everything out of pocket. I believe they are unscrupulous. They only want brain scans for their research. This is their way of getting them at not cost to them. They had the audacity to ask me for permission to use mine for something and I refused. I feel duped, cheated and robbed. They DID NOT deliver on a single thing they promised besides the scan itself. I do not have endless amounts of funds, so I couldn't continue to throw good money after bad. I'm so disappointed that they would take advantage of people like they did me. At least give me the services you sold, Amen Clinics! I wonder if Dr Amen himself knows how poorly this Reston Clinic is performing and treating patients. Well, I reported my experience to the headquarters, with no outcome, so I'm left thinking the whole thing is a sham. I could have randomly found a functional Dr, therapist or psychologist and supplements for FREE, just using his free assessments that anyone can access online. That would have been enough to get me what I got after spending nearly $8,000 there. No one has ever tired to make this right either, so that's the other major issue for me. I'm not trying to get something I paid for, but I certainly shouldn't get less than what others who paid the same price for the same services are getting. As I stated, I live close by so, I could have easily done several days in a row, like the person who came out of town and reports being treated like royalty. I got treated like dirt and I'm over $8K poorer at the same time. No. I would never recommend this place to anyone. I have no confidence that they will get what they paid for. Based on my experience, I'm confident they will go away disappointed and poorer too.

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