Autism Center in Silver Spring, MD

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Clinic Director: Bryanna Santee, BCBA

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Speech and Language Pathology at Howard University
Graduate Certificate Applied Behavior Analysis at Florida Institute of Technology

Experience

Years of Experience: 11 (7 years of BCBA experience)

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Compassionate Autism Therapy in Silver Spring, MD

At Helping Hands Family in Silver Spring, MD, we provide naturalistic Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy designed to meet your child where they are. Our approach uses:

Our autism therapy in Silver Srping, MD centers on each child’s unique needs while using evidence-based strategies that lead to meaningful progress. Our clinical team keeps the clinic environment safe, supportive, and engaging. Families can expect:

Customized treatment plans personalized to your child’s strengths and goals
A dedicated team of highly trained ABA professionals
Effective treatment plans that are research-based and offer proven support to children with autism
Consistent parent invovement that incorporates parent training to help families incorporate ABA therapy beyond the clinic

Our Approach to ABA Therapy

At Helping Hands Family, we make ABA therapy both effective and enjoyable by focusing on each child’s personal interests, individual needs, and natural way of learning. Our compassionate team uses proven techniques in a fun, supportive setting to help children with autism grow with confidence.

Here’s what makes our ABA therapy special:

Play-Based Sessions - We incorporate games, toys, and fun activities to keep children engaged while they learn important life skills in a natural way.
Child-Led Therapy - Each session follows your child’s interests and pace, helping to build trust and create a positive, meaningful experience.
Positive Reinforcement - We celebrate every win—big or small—by encouraging desired behaviors through praise, rewards, and support.

Our goal is to help your child gain skills that lead to greater independence, confidence, and happiness—both now and in the future.

A Child-Led, Play-Based Approach to Autism Therapy

Every child’s journey is different. That’s why our autism therapy sessions are shaped by your child’s individual needs, interests, and pace. At our autism clinic in Silver Spring, MD your child’s treatment will include:

One-on-one ABA therapy sessions guided by real-time data
Group activities to teach socialization and communication
Flexible autism treatment plans that adjust as your child progresses
Positive reinforcement to celebrate every achievement
Family participation to carry success into the home

We bridge the gap between everyday skills and long-term development through engaging lessons, social activities, and consistent support from our experienced clinical team.

Supporting Every Step of Your Child’s Progress

When developing your child’s autism treatment plan, we take time to get to know your child from the very beginning and gather:

With our collaborative model, families stay informed and actively involved. Parents contribute to the development of the treatment plan. Our clinical team gives regular updates about your child’s progress. We also offer parent training, so the family knows the ABA therapy strategies to practice at home.

We’re here to encourage, empower, and adjust strategies based on what works best for your child.

Contact Us Today to Get Started at Our Autism Center!

Helping Hands Family is committed to making a positive difference in your child’s life. We’re here to guide you through the next steps, answer your questions, and provide the caring, professional support your family deserves.

Contact us today to learn more about our autism services in Silver Spring, MD, or to schedule a consultation with one of our experienced ABA clinicians.

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