Autism Therapy
for Toddlers
ABA, speech therapy, and OT for children 18 months to 5 years old.

Improved Communication & Behavior Skills by
Autism Therapy in Columbia, MD
Looking for high-quality speech therapy for toddlers near you? At Ally Behavior Centers in Columbia, our speech therapy services are designed to support your child’s communication goals as a valuable supplement to our core ABA therapy program. We understand that children with autism often benefit from a combination of therapies, which is why we also offer occupational therapy alongside speech and ABA. Our licensed professionals work closely together to create an individualized care plan that supports your child across multiple areas of development.
Families from Ellicott City, Laurel, Jessup, Savage, and throughout Howard County trust Ally to provide comprehensive support. Whether your child is starting ABA therapy or you're looking to add pediatric speech therapy into their routine, we’re here to help every step of the way—with all services provided under one roof.
Our program is full-time, center based, which allows children to receive holistic and collaborative care throughout an entire day. All children are at our centers Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.

Frequently Asked Questions
What hours do clients attend the center?
All of our clients attend our full time program in one of our ABA centers 9 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday.
Is Ally Behavior striclty a center-based program?
Yes, we offer center-based ABA therapy witha structured and supportive environment in each center.
Can my child receive all of their therapies in one location?
Ally Behavior brings all of your child's therapies into one ABA center. With ABA therapy, speech and occupational therapy - comprehensive services for autism have never been so convenient.
What if my child doesn't have a diagnosis?
With qualified healthcare professionals on staff, Ally Behavior can perform diagnoistic evaluations and autism tests in-center.

How Much Does Autism Therapy Services Cost?
At Ally Behavior Centers in Columbia, MD, we make accessing high-quality autism therapy services simple and transparent. Virtually all private health insurance plans cover autism therapy services, including speech therapy and occupational therapy. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way - we’ll verify your plan’s benefits, handle authorizations, and walk you through deductibles, co-pays, and out-of-pocket maximums.
We are in-network with most major insurance providers in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC — including CareFirst BCBS, Anthem, Aetna, Cigna, Kaiser, USFHP, TRICARE, and Johns Hopkins EHP. We’re also proud to offer ABA that accepts Medicaid for eligible families in select regions.
Whether you're concerned about autism, or are ready to start services, we’re here to make the process as easy as possible.




