# Autism Diagnosis & Therapy in Maryland

## Let us help you navigate your child's autism journey with clarity, warmth and play-based care

We nurture your child's unique potential through an evidence-backed approach focused on play and relationships. We bring ESDM-based ABA, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and medical services under one roof to make comprehensive early intervention seamless for Maryland families.

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## Choose a time to speak with our Maryland team

Choose a day and time below and our team will call you to talk through your child's needs, answer your questions, and map out next steps — whether you're seeking a diagnostic evaluation, therapy, or both.

**What to expect**

Navigating the unknown can be overwhelming. We're here to help.

1. **Diagnostic Evaluation**  
If your child needs a formal diagnosis, we can help you avoid the months-long waitlists found elsewhere. Our streamlined process starts with a virtual intake to learn your child's history, followed by an in-person, play-based testing session at one of our centers, and wraps up with a dedicated results call to walk you through our findings.

2. **Therapy Intake Call**  
If you already have a diagnosis, we'll jump right in with a dedicated intake phone call. This is your opportunity to connect 1:1 with a care coordinator to get answers to all your questions about our therapy approach, logistics, and scheduling.

3. **Tour Your Local Center**  
We want you to feel entirely comfortable with where your child will be learning.

4. **Full-Team Assessment**  
Before therapy begins, your child will complete a comprehensive assessment with our full team of specialties present.

5. **Continuous Care & Open Doors**  
Once therapy starts, you are part of the team.

## Why Maryland families choose Soar

### Comprehensive autism care under one roof
Finding and managing quality care shouldn't feel like a second full-time job. At Soar, we bring every essential service under one roof so your family can breathe easier.

### ESDM-based ABA Therapy
The Early Start Denver Model is an evidence-backed approach delivered entirely through play, natural interactions, and fun – designed specifically for children under 6.

### One integrated care team
Your child’s care is guided by BCBAs, SLPs, and OTs working in tandem alongside our specialized in-house medical team to ensure a fully coordinated approach.

### Measurable, life-changing skills
Our goal is meaningful skill gains—not therapy for life. On average, children at Soar achieve a +8 point Vineland-3 improvement over 2 years and gain +60 skills on the ESDM Curriculum Checklist every 6 months.

### Insurance made simple
We’re in-network with the majority of Maryland plans and walk you through coverage so there are no surprises.

## 6 welcoming locations across Maryland
Because intensive therapy often means daily visits, we built our centers right in your neighborhood to keep your family's daily commute as short and stress-free as possible.

## PAYMENT PROCESS

### Insurance and billing
To ensure our autism care services remain accessible, we partner with major insurance providers.

### Frequently asked questions
**What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?**  
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that leads to characteristic differences in socialization and communication as well as characteristic behaviors.

**What causes autism?**  
The underlying biology in the brains of people with autism is not fully understood by researchers. Genetic factors cause changes in brain structure and connectivity, affecting socialization and communication skills.

**What are the different severity levels of autism?**  
The severity level is intended to capture the level of support and services required by a person with autism. The three levels are:  
- Level 1: Requiring support  
- Level 2: Requiring substantial support  
- Level 3: Requiring very substantial support

**What are the main treatment options for children with autism?**  
There are broadly three categories of treatment modalities:  
1. Behavior and communication approaches.  
2. Medications.  
3. Complementary and alternative medicines.

**Why is early intervention so important?**  
Early intervention is supported by leading U.S. medical societies and has a strong evidence base for positive outcomes.

**What is ABA?**  
Behavior therapy for children with autism typically uses principles of applied behavioral analysis (ABA). ABA focuses on reinforcement to develop new skills or increase positive behaviors.

## Connect with us
To learn more about our services, send us a message or contact us directly at [info@soarautismcenter.com](mailto:info@soarautismcenter.com).  
**Phone Numbers:**  
Colorado: [(720) 706-3396](tel:7207063396)  
Arizona: [(623) 263-3966](tel:6232633966)  
Maryland: [(240) 502-3024](tel:2405023024)  
Pennsylvania: [(267) 802-1701](tel:2678021701)