St. Mary's County, Maryland

ABA therapy in St. Mary's County , Maryland

Your child's abilities are waiting. We bring the expertise, the consistency, and you right alongside us to bring them out.

Short-term therapy
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ABA therapy in nearby Maryland counties

Other Southern Maryland counties we serve

We serve Southern Maryland and throughout the state.

In-home and school-based ABA in St. Mary's County

We meet your family where you are

In-home ABA therapy

Evidence-based ABA in your St. Mary's County home. Your child learns during breakfast, bedtime, the real moments.

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School-based ABA

We partner with St. Mary's County Public Schools. Your child's BCBA works with teachers, not against them.

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Parent training

Weekly coaching on the strategies our therapists use. Progress doesn't stop when the session ends.

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Early intervention

For children under 3, we build communication and social skills from the ground up.

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Daycare coordination

Same language everywhere your child learns.

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Weekend therapy

Saturday or Sunday for families who need flexibility.

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Working directly with St. Mary's County Public Schools

Your child's school is part of the plan

We work directly with St. Mary's County Public Schools. Our BCBAs show up for IEP meetings, coordinate in the classroom, talk with teachers. You don't have to translate between home and school. We do.

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Getting an autism diagnosis in St. Mary's County

Most St. Mary's County families start with an evaluation

If your child hasn't been evaluated yet, ask your pediatrician for a referral to a local developmental pediatrician or hospital. That's where most St. Mary's County families begin. Once you have a diagnosis, we can start therapy within 2–4 weeks. Read: "How to get an autism diagnosis in Maryland" and "First steps after diagnosis."

Maryland Medicaid and insurance coverage

We handle the paperwork

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Maryland Medicaid

covers ABA therapy based on medical necessity. No annual cap. We verify, we authorize, you don't worry.

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Commercial plans

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Kaiser Permanente, Aetna, United Healthcare, and more.

Insurance shouldn't be another full-time job.

Geography matters in St. Mary's County

Geography shouldn't matter. But it does in St. Mary's County.

St. Mary's County sits on the Potomac River south of the Beltway. MD-5, MD-235, rural roads. Leonardtown to Lexington Park is 30 minutes. A clinic appointment means driving time, your child arriving dysregulated before therapy starts. In-home therapy eliminates that. We come to you, Leonardtown, Lexington Park, Callaway. Therapy happens where your child needs the skills.

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Consistent care from the same BCBA

Your child works with the same clinician every time

Real clinicians with real roots here. Meet the team. Each BCBA carries a smaller caseload. Your child isn't a number rotating through a roster. Same therapist every session.

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Real mornings with ABA in St. Mary's County

Mornings don't have to be battles

Before

Before therapy, 7 a.m. means meltdowns.

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After

After? Your therapist arrives at 8:15, no commute, no traffic. By 8:45, your child is working on transitions while your therapist celebrates every small win.

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Questions St. Mary's County parents ask

The questions St. Mary's County parents ask

Yes. Maryland Medicaid covers ABA based on medical necessity with no annual cap. We handle all authorization paperwork.

Most St. Mary's County families start within 2–4 weeks of intake. Coverage verified, assessment done, therapy begins.

Yes. We coordinate with SMCPS to provide in-school support. Your child's BCBA works directly with teachers and attends IEP meetings.

Most children receive 10–40 hours per week depending on age, needs, insurance. Our BCBA assesses your child and recommends the right number for your family.

In-home happens at home during routines. School-based happens at school during the academic day. We offer both and work with you to determine the fit.

Ask your pediatrician for a referral. Most evaluations take a few weeks. Once diagnosed, we start within 2–4 weeks.

Parks and resources for St. Mary's County families

Beyond therapy—places St. Mary's County families go

Point Lookout State Park

Scenic trails, Potomac River views, peaceful outdoor areas for low-sensory exploration.

Leonardtown Wharf

Walking areas, water views, historic setting.

St. Mary's County Libraries

Multiple branches, quiet reading areas, accessible design, community programming.

St. Inigoes Nature Trail

Natural paths, peaceful setting, quiet outdoor space.

Autism Society of Maryland

Parent support groups, local resources, community connection.

Service areas throughout St. Mary's County

We serve all of St. Mary's County and the surrounding area

We work with families throughout St. Mary's County: Leonardtown, Lexington Park, Callaway, Dameron, Great Mills, Valley Lee. Geographic access doesn't determine your child's progress.

How to get started with ABA therapy

Four simple steps to get started

  1. 01

    Free consultation

    Tell us about your child. We'll explain how Apex works in St. Mary's County.

  2. 02

    We verify your insurance

    Maryland Medicaid or commercial. We handle it.

  3. 03

    BCBA assessment

    Your child's BCBA builds a personalized treatment plan.

  4. 04

    Therapy begins

    Most St. Mary's County families start within 2–4 weeks.

Real parent experiences with ABA therapy in St Marys County

What St Marys County families say about Apex ABA

Elizabeth and Charles Perry

Insurance was always stressful. The Apex team handled all the paperwork. We just focused on our son's therapy.

Jennifer and George Ross

My daughter went from withdrawn and anxious to engaged and confident. The transformation in her has been remarkable to witness.

Contact our Maryland office

Our Maryland Office

Apex ABA Therapy serves families across Maryland from our Baltimore office. Reach out with questions about ABA therapy, insurance coverage, or to get started.

400 East Pratt Street, 8th Floor

Baltimore, MD 21202

Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm

Real results for St. Mary's County families

This is what we deliver

We've served St. Mary's County families for years. Our BCBAs hold master's degrees and are Board Certified. We coordinate directly with SMCPS on IEPs. Most families start within 2–4 weeks. No promises we can't keep.

Call us: 888-690-0663

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Your family, your rhythm, your county

St. Mary's County families don't have to choose between expert ABA and real life. We fit into how you live.

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