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Our story

Maryland families deserve care that feels personal.

We named ourselves after Maryland's own diamondback terrapin: steady, resilient, and right at home here. That's the spirit we bring to every family we serve.

Why we exist

Every child deserves to be understood.

Terrapin ABA was created around one belief: that every child deserves to be understood.

We know finding autism services can feel overwhelming. Families deserve a team that listens, supports, and provides care built around their child's individual journey.

What guides us

Our values, in practice.

Compassion first

We treat every child and family with patience, dignity, and respect.

Science with heart

Our care is evidence-based while always focusing on the whole child.

Families as partners

Parents are essential members of the team.

Individualized care

Every child is different, and every program should be too.

Rooted in Maryland

We are proud to serve Maryland families with accessible, high-quality ABA therapy.

The people behind the care

Credentialed, caring, and local.

Our clinicians are board-certified, background-checked, and chosen as much for their warmth as their expertise.

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Dr. Dana Mitchell

BCBA-D, Clinical Director

Fifteen years guiding early intervention programs across the Mid-Atlantic.

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Jordan Reyes

BCBA, Lead Analyst

Specializes in naturalistic, play-based teaching for young learners.

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Sam Patel

Family Care Coordinator

Your first call, and the person who makes insurance and scheduling simple.

100%
BCBA-supervised care
2 wks
Typical time to start
24
Maryland communities served
1:1
Always one-on-one

We'd love to meet your family.

Start with a free consultation. We'll listen, answer your questions, and help you find the right next step.