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In-home ABA therapy that meets your child right where they are.

Compassionate, evidence-based care for children ages 2–6 — delivered in the comfort of your home, with a BCBA-led team and a partnership rooted in your family's goals.

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✓ Maryland Medicaid accepted ✓ Free 15-min consult ✓ BCBA-led team
Credentialed & accredited
★ BHCOE Accredited ◆ CASP Member ⌂ Kennedy Krieger Partner ✓ Maryland Medicaid ⊕ HIPAA Compliant
How it works

From first call to first session — in two weeks or less.

No long waitlists. Our intake team will walk you through every step, from insurance verification to your child's first in-home session.

STEP 01

Free 15-min call

Tell us about your child and your goals. We'll listen, answer questions, and map out next steps.

STEP 02

Insurance verified

We handle Medicaid and most commercial plans. You'll know your coverage before we begin — no surprises.

STEP 03

BCBA assessment

A board-certified clinician meets your family at home, observes, and builds a plan around your goals.

STEP 04

Therapy begins

Sessions start in your home, on your schedule. You'll get weekly progress updates and parent training.

What's included

Everything your family needs — under one warm roof.

A complete care plan built around the moments that matter at home: meals, play, transitions, and bedtime.

1:1 In-home ABA

Naturalistic, play-based therapy delivered by an RBT in your child's most familiar environment.

  • 10–25 hrs/week, customized
  • Real-life routines, real-life skills
  • Sibling-friendly format

Parent training

Weekly coaching so you have the tools to support your child's growth in every moment between sessions.

  • Caregiver-led strategies
  • Sibling & extended family support
  • Problem-solve in real time

BCBA supervision

A board-certified analyst leads every plan, monitors progress, and adjusts as your child learns.

  • Direct family communication
  • Data-driven adjustments
  • Coordination with pediatricians
Why in-home

Real progress happens where life happens.

For children ages 2–6, the home is the most powerful classroom. Skills practiced at the dinner table or during bath time generalize faster — and last longer.

Familiar surroundings, faster comfort

No clinic transitions, no unfamiliar rooms. Therapy fits your child's rhythm — naps, snacks, and all.

Skills that generalize

Brushing teeth, transitioning, requesting — practiced in the moments where they actually matter.

Family is the team

You see every session. Ask questions, learn alongside your child, and grow as their first teacher.

No commute, no waitlist

We come to you across Montgomery, Howard, Baltimore City, and Baltimore County.

Meet the team

BCBAs and RBTs who feel like family.

Every plan is led by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Every session is delivered by a trained, background-checked Registered Behavior Technician.

Yaffa Atias, M.S., HCMN

Founder & CEO

Yaffa has dedicated her career to making an impact in healthcare, combining her business leadership expertise with a deep passion for empowering families. She earned her Master of Science in Healthcare Management and has led operations across information technology, HR, compliance, revenue cycle management, and more. Her experience in the ABA space inspired her to build A Gem of Joy with a culture of authenticity and genuine joy.

M.S.HCMNCEO

Erica VanDerLinden, M.S., BCBA, LBA

VP of Clinical Operations

Erica brings over a decade of experience in ABA, from teaching in public and private schools to leading clinical teams. She holds a master's in Applied Behavior Analysis from Drexel University and has worked across centers, schools, and home settings with individuals from age two to adulthood. Her focus is on empowering families and building genuine, compassionate relationships.

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Parent stories

Families who trusted us with their first steps.

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From the very first call, I felt heard. Our BCBA actually listened to what mattered to us — sleep, mealtimes, our toddler. Six months in, the change is real.

MK
Maria K.
Mom of 4-year-old · Silver Spring, MD
★★★★★
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Having therapy in our home meant our son could just be himself. The team treated us like partners — they answered every question, no matter how small.

JR
Jamal R.
Dad of 3-year-old · Baltimore, MD
★★★★★
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Medicaid was approved within a week. Our daughter now communicates with words she didn't have a year ago. We cry happy tears most weeks.

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Ayanna S.
Mom of 5-year-old · Columbia, MD
★★★★★
Where we serve

Bringing in-home ABA across central Maryland.

If you're in one of these counties, we can typically begin services within two weeks. Outside this area? Call us — we may be expanding soon.

Montgomery County Howard County Baltimore County Baltimore City
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FAQ

Common questions, answered.

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Talk to a real human
What is in-home ABA therapy? +
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is the most studied, evidence-based therapy for autism. "In-home" simply means we deliver it where your child learns best — at home, around real routines, with caregivers involved every step of the way.
Do you accept Maryland Medicaid? +
Yes — we accept Maryland Medicaid as well as most major commercial insurance plans. We'll verify your benefits before any sessions begin so you know exactly what's covered.
What ages do you serve? +
We specialize in early intervention for children ages 2–6, the developmental window where ABA is most impactful. If your child falls outside this range, give us a call and we'll point you toward great local partners.
How quickly can we start? +
Most families begin within 1–2 weeks of their first call — much faster than typical waitlists. The exact timeline depends on insurance authorization, which we drive on your behalf.
How many hours per week is therapy? +
Your BCBA will recommend hours based on your child's needs — typically 10–25 hours per week. We'll always work around naps, school, and family schedules.
Will I be involved in the sessions? +
Absolutely. Our model is built around the family. You're welcome in every session, and you'll receive weekly parent training so you can carry skills forward in every moment.
Ready when you are

Let's talk about your child — and your hopes for them.

A 15-minute call is the easiest first step. No pressure. No obligation. Just a real conversation with a real clinician.

✓ Same-week callback
✓ Maryland Medicaid + most commercial insurance
✓ BCBA-led intake — not a sales call
✓ Bilingual support: English & Spanish
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