ABA Therapy in Maryland

Services as unique
as your child.

Founded by a mother of a child with autism, Snowflakes ABA delivers compassionate, evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis therapy — helping children and families grow, connect, and thrive.

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Founded with Purpose By an autism parent & BCBA

About Us

We've walked
in your shoes.

Snowflakes ABA was founded by a mother of a child with autism who holds her BCBA certification. Our personal connection to autism means we understand — deeply — the challenges families face, and we bring both professional expertise and heartfelt empathy to every family we serve.

Using evidence-based ABA practices, we build individualized programs tailored to each child's unique strengths and needs. We serve children and adolescents across Maryland, providing therapy in home and community settings.

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Individualized Goals

Programs built around what matters most to each child and family.

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Family Partnership

We coach parents and caregivers every step of the way.

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Evidence-Based

Therapies researched, proven, and continuously refined.

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Ethical Care

The highest standards of clinical and ethical practice, always.

What We Offer

Comprehensive
ABA Services

Every service we provide is rooted in evidence-based ABA principles and tailored to meet each child's unique developmental journey.

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In-Home ABA Therapy

Convenient 1:1 therapy sessions held in the comfort and familiarity of your home. Our therapists work directly with your child to build new skills in their natural environment.

Core Service

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BCBA Assessment & Program Design

Board Certified Behavior Analysts conduct comprehensive assessments and develop personalized treatment programs with measurable goals for each learner.

Clinical

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Parent & Caregiver Training

We routinely coach and support families on ABA approaches, strategies, and techniques so that progress continues beyond therapy sessions.

Family Support

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Social Skills Development

Structured programming to help children build meaningful peer relationships, communication skills, and emotional understanding.

Skills Building

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Behavior Reduction

Evidence-based strategies to reduce challenging behaviors while simultaneously teaching functional replacement behaviors and coping skills.

Clinical

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Community-Based Therapy

We extend therapy to community settings — schools, parks, and public spaces — to help generalize skills in real-world environments that matter.

Community

Our Team

Meet the Snowflakes
Team

Our team of dedicated BCBAs and RBTs are passionate about what they do and deeply committed to every child and family they serve.

Heather Nicolle

BCBA, Clinical Director

Leading a team that truly cares makes every challenge worth it. My goal is to support both our clients and our staff so we can all do our best work together.

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Antonina Shangraw

BCBA, Behavior Analyst

Every child has the potential to grow — I love being part of that journey and seeing the progress families work so hard for.

Cherisse Price

BCBA, Supervising Behavior Analyst

I pour my heart into every case I supervise. Seeing a well-designed program come to life and make a real difference for a child and their family is what drives me.

Dwaine Marfori

BCBA, Supervising Behavior Analyst

I love the creativity and care this work calls for. No two days are the same, and I enjoy adapting strategies to meet each child's unique needs.

Madison Molve

BCBA, Supervising Behavior Analyst

I love building positive relationships with families and providing support throughout their journey. I also love getting to be silly with my kiddos!

Stephanie Greco

BCBA, Supervising Behavior Analyst

I love meeting new children and their families, getting to know them, watching them learn, and growing together.

Kaitlyn Doerfler

BCBA, Supervising Behavior Analyst

The relationships we build — not just with the children we serve, but with their families too. Supporting progress that creates lasting impact is what makes this work meaningful.

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Jared Horton

RBT, Lead Behavior Technician

The moments of breakthrough — watching a child accomplish something they have been working so hard on — makes every day worth it.

Snezana Tisma

RBT, Registered Behavior Technician

I gave birth to a special child and wanted to help children and parents in similar situations. This work is close to my heart.

Andie Villafranca

Senior Associate, Clinical Operations

Being able to help families with kids with autism and identifying professionals who have the passion in starting their career in ABA.

Jharya Figuracion

Associate, Business Operations

I love being the behind-the-scenes support that keeps things running smoothly. When families feel taken care of from the very first call, I know I've done my job.

Joshua Dorliac

Associate, RCM Operations

Every family deserves a smooth, supportive experience. I take pride in making sure the administrative side never gets in the way of the care our clients receive.

Jay Subramaniam

CEO, Snowflakes ABA

Building something that genuinely helps families is what gets me up every morning. I'm committed to growing Snowflakes ABA without ever losing sight of why we started.

Dannene Drummond

Founder, Snowflakes ABA

As a mother of a child with autism, this work is deeply personal to me. I founded Snowflakes ABA because every family deserves the kind of care I wished we had.

We are actively hiring dedicated RBTs and BCBAs! Join the Snowflakes team → | View open positions →

Getting Started

Our Intake Process

We've streamlined our intake to make it as easy as possible for families to begin their journey with us. Here's what to expect:

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Initial Contact & Interest Form

Families reach out (phone/email) and complete the Short Interest Form. Snowflakes staff may assist in filling this out.

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Snowflakes Determination

Snowflakes staff evaluates and authorizes client onboarding.

2–5 DAYS

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Eligibility & Diagnosis Check

Snowflakes reviews interest (waitlist, geography, insurance). Family confirms autism diagnosis, or obtains one.

2–3 DAYS

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Intake Forms & Documentation

Family completes full onboarding forms in CentralReach, provides diagnostic reports, consents, and release forms.

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Benefits & Parent Handbook

Team verifies insurance eligibility (EOB) with funders. Parents receive the Snowflakes Parent Handbook (digital/print).

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Assessment & Service Approval

Snowflakes requests assessment authorization from funder. After approval, BCBA conducts assessment, submits it, and services begin once insurance authorizes.

2–4 WKS

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Clinical Team Assignment

Snowflakes assigns a BCBA and Behavior Technician to the client to begin service implementation.

1–2 WKS

Begin the Intake Process

Coverage

Insurance We Accept

We accept various insurance plans including, but not limited to, the following. Don't see yours? Reach out — we may still be able to help.

Kaiser Permanente

Medicaid

CareFirst

Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)

Aetna

Private Pay Available

Not sure if you're covered?

We'd love to help you figure that out! Complete our Initial Interest Form and our team will follow up with you to verify your benefits, answer your questions, and guide you through the next steps — no commitment required.

Complete the Initial Interest Form →

Billing

Payment Options

We offer several convenient ways for families to manage their payments. Choose the option that works best for you.

Pay via Stripe

Make secure online payments using your credit or debit card through our Stripe payment link. Fast, safe, and easy to use from any device.

Online Payment

Pay via CentralReach

Access your family's billing and invoices directly through the CentralReach client portal — the same platform you use to track your child's progress and session notes.

Client Portal

Pay via ACH Transfer

Prefer to pay directly from your bank account? ACH transfers are a simple and cost-effective way to send payments electronically — no card required.

Bank Transfer

Have a billing question?

Our billing team is here to help. Whether you have questions about your invoice, need guidance on which payment method to use, or want to resolve a billing concern, don't hesitate to reach out.

Email Our Billing Team →

billing@snowflakesaba.com

Questions

Frequently Asked
Questions

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a scientifically validated approach to understanding and improving behavior. It involves analyzing the relationship between behavior and environment to increase helpful behaviors and decrease harmful ones. ABA has been extensively researched and is considered an evidence-based best practice treatment for autism by the U.S. Surgeon General and the American Psychological Association.

We provide ABA services for children and adolescents. Early intervention is especially beneficial, but ABA is effective across all ages. Please contact us to discuss your child's specific needs and how we can best support your family.

Most insurance providers do require an autism diagnosis to authorize and cover ABA therapy. If your child does not yet have a diagnosis, we can connect you with our partner diagnostic clinics to get that process started. Check our Partner Clinics section for more information.

The number of therapy hours is determined by your child's individual needs and assessment results. Our BCBA will conduct a comprehensive evaluation and recommend an appropriate level of service, typically ranging from 10 to 40 hours per week depending on the child's needs and goals.

Very involved — and we love that! Parent training is a core component of our services. We collaborate with parents, siblings, and caregivers to identify meaningful goals and provide ongoing coaching so that you feel confident reinforcing skills at home. Research shows that family involvement significantly improves therapy outcomes.

We primarily provide in-home therapy, which allows your child to learn in their most natural and comfortable environment. We also offer community-based sessions in parks, schools, and other settings to help generalize skills. Sessions are available across Maryland.

The first step is reaching out to us! Email adminteam@snowflakesaba.com or call 443-212-8157 to schedule a free initial consultation. We'll discuss your child's needs, answer your questions, and walk you through the intake process from there.

Family Resources

Access Your
Client Portal

We use Central Reach to manage client information, session notes, and communication. Here's how to log in and make the most of your family portal.

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Go to the Central Reach portal Visit login.centralreach.com in your web browser or download the CentralReach Member app on your phone or tablet.

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Enter your credentials Use the email address and password provided to you during your onboarding. If you haven't received these yet, contact our team.

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View your child's information Once logged in, you can view session notes, progress data, upcoming appointments, and any documents shared by your clinical team.

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Need help? Contact us If you're having trouble logging in or navigating the portal, reach out to adminteam@snowflakesaba.com and we'll assist you right away.

Central Reach
Family Portal

Your secure hub for session information, progress reports, and communication with your clinical team — available 24/7 from any device.

Log In to Central Reach →

First time logging in? Check your email for your
welcome message from our team.

Learning Materials

Resources for Families

We believe that informed families are empowered families. Explore these curated resources to deepen your understanding of ABA and autism.

Understanding ABA Therapy

A parent-friendly overview of what ABA is, how it works, and what to expect during sessions — written for families, not clinicians.

Read the Guide →

Autism 101 for Families

Foundational resources to help newly diagnosed families understand autism spectrum disorder, terminology, and next steps.

Visit Autism Speaks →

Parent Training Tips

Practical strategies and approaches our team recommends for reinforcing learning and managing behaviors at home between sessions.

Download Tips Sheet →

BACB — About BCBAs

Learn about the credential that certifies our clinicians — the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) and what it means for your child's care.

Visit BACB.com →

IEP & School Advocacy

Resources to help families navigate the school system, understand IEPs, and advocate effectively for their child's educational rights.

Maryland Autism Resources

A curated list of local Maryland support groups, advocacy organizations, and community resources for families navigating autism.

Explore Resources →

Diagnostic Pathway

Partner
Diagnostic Clinics

No autism diagnosis yet? We've partnered with trusted diagnostic clinics in Maryland to help your family get the answers you need.

Why a Diagnosis Matters

An official autism diagnosis from a licensed psychologist or developmental pediatrician is typically required by insurance providers before authorizing ABA therapy. A diagnosis also helps our clinical team design the most effective and targeted treatment plan for your child. If you don't yet have a diagnosis, we're here to guide you through the process.

As You Are

📍 Maryland (Telehealth)

Autism DiagnosisPsychological EvaluationDevelopmental Assessment

We have an established referral relationship with As You Are. Families referred by Snowflakes ABA receive dedicated support through the intake process. They accept various insurance plans.

Visit As You Are →

Ask us for our Referral Guide to get started — email adminteam@snowflakesaba.com

Developmental Psychology Services

📍 Maryland

Autism DiagnosisPsychological TestingDevelopmental Evaluation

We have a partner representative at Developmental Psychology Services. They have their own billing procedure and offer a superbill option to allow you to request reimbursement from your insurance. For more details, please reach out to us.

Visit Website →

To learn more, email us at adminteam@snowflakesaba.com and we'll connect you with our partner representative.

Kennedy Krieger Institute

📍 Baltimore, MD

Autism DiagnosisDevelopmental PediatricsNeuropsychology

University of Maryland Medical Center

📍 Baltimore, MD

Child PsychiatryAutism Evaluation

Children's National Hospital

📍 Washington, DC (serving MD)

Autism DiagnosisBehavioral Health

MedStar Health Developmental Pediatrics

📍 Columbia & Baltimore, MD

Developmental EvaluationAutism Assessment

Chesapeake Autism Consulting

📍 Maryland

Psychological TestingAutism Diagnosis

Time to Evaluate

📍 Maryland

Autism Diagnosis Psychological Evaluation Private Pay No Waitlist

Time to Evaluate is a trusted diagnostic partner offering autism evaluations with no waitlist — so your family can get answers faster. They operate on a private pay basis, making them an excellent option for families who need timely access to a diagnosis without the delays of insurance-based scheduling.

For more details and a warm referral, contact us at adminteam@snowflakesaba.com

More Partners Coming Soon

📍 Throughout Maryland & DMV

Contact us for the most current list of recommended diagnostic providers in your area.

Where We Serve

Our Service Areas

We proudly provide our services to families in the following Maryland communities:

Columbia

Elkridge

Ellicott

Laurel

Baltimore City

Surrounding Areas

Start Your Journey

Ready to take
the first step?

Every great journey begins with a single step. Reach out to our team today — we'll take it from there, together.

adminteam@snowflakesaba.com

443-212-8157

Fax: (443) 687-8696

10015 Old Columbia Rd Ste B215, Columbia, Maryland, 21046, United States

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