Cities and communities we serve in Howard County
We deliver ABA in homes and community settings across Howard County. Every request is reviewed individually, so submit intake even if your community isn't listed below.
- Columbia — including Wilde Lake, Harper's Choice, Oakland Mills, Long Reach, Owen Brown, Kings Contrivance, and River Hill villages
- Ellicott City
- Elkridge
- Fulton
- Clarksville
- Laurel (Howard portion)
Working with Howard County Public School System (HCPSS)
HCPSS is nationally recognized for special education programming. Our BCBAs coordinate with HCPSS IEP and 504 teams — with family consent — to align home ABA goals with school supports. We can share strategies with classroom staff and attend team meetings when helpful.
In-home ABA therapy in Howard County
Most Howard County families start with in-home ABA. Sessions are two to four hours, several days a week, delivered one-on-one by an RBT with weekly BCBA supervision and structured parent coaching. Community sessions expand into the places the family already spends time — the Columbia Mall play area, Centennial Park, or the lakes around Wilde Lake.
Community resources for Howard County families
We often connect Howard County families with the Howard County Autism Society, the Howard County Infants and Toddlers Program, Linwood Center's autism programming, inclusive recreation through Howard County Rec & Parks, and the Miller Branch Library's sensory-friendly events.
Coverage and next steps
ABA Prep accepts Maryland Medicaid and CareFirst. Coverage and current openings are confirmed after our team reviews your request. Share your ZIP and a bit about your child and our team confirms coverage and openings within one business day.
Frequently asked
- Do you work with HCPSS IEPs?
- Yes. With your consent, our BCBAs share ABA strategies with HCPSS school teams and can attend IEP or 504 meetings.
- Do you serve all of Columbia?
- Yes — including Wilde Lake, Harper's Choice, Oakland Mills, Long Reach, Owen Brown, Kings Contrivance, and River Hill villages.