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SPARKS ABA Learning Center Now Open in Waldorf

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No Waitlist and Expanded Year-Round Services for Charles County Area Families

SPARKS ABA, a provider of LEARN Behavioral, has recently opened the doors of their new Learning Center at 11885 Holly Lane, Suites 1 & 2, Waldorf, MD 20601.

SPARKS ABA is Maryland’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based autism services for children and adolescents ages 2-14 years. As the only ABA provider in the Waldorf region, this center is essential for enhancing local support for families.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by the Charles County Chamber of Commerce was held on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. During the ceremony, Maryland State Senator Arthur Ellis and Yonelle Moore Lee, Esq., Chairperson, Board of Education, Charles County Public Schools, shared greetings and offered remarks. Churon Lanier, Legislative Director of the Office of Delegate C.T. Wilson, Chairman, Economic Matters Committee, also spoke.

Official citations were presented to the SPARKS leadership team by Anthony Adesina, Business Retention and Expansion Manager at the Charles County Chamber of Commerce, and Ralph Patterson, Vice President of the Charles County Board of Commissioners.

Guests included members of the Charles County Chamber of Commerce, Arthur Ellis, Charles County State Senate Representative, Yonelle More Lee, Chairperson of the Charles County Board of Education, representatives from Charles County Parks and Recreation, and Chanel Smith, Kidz Kab Express Founder and CEO.

Ribbon-cutting attendees had an opportunity to tour the facility and meet SPARKS ABA’s leadership team, Angela Chang, MA, BCBA, LBA, Managing Behavior Analyst, Kayla Bagnato, MEd, BCBA, LBA, Regional Clinical Director, and Geneviève Marshall, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA, Senior Regional Director.

“We are thrilled to open our doors and bring compassionate, contemporary ABA therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to families in Waldorf and the surrounding areas,” said Kayla Bagnato. “Through highly personalized support, we aim to empower each child and young adult to gain independence to succeed in school and life and reach their highest potential.”

The new Waldorf Learning Center offers a modern environment for children to receive contemporary ABA therapy, parent education, and center-based services. The center also features an innovative Launchpad Learning Program, which focuses on children with autism ages 2 to 6 who are ready to transition from a one-on-one learning environment to a group setting to help prepare them for school. With Launchpad, half the day involves group activities with a 3:1 staff-child ratio, developing team skills and independence, and the other half of the day focuses on individual instruction, addressing personal growth areas.

With no waitlist and flexible treatment hours that include after-school evening hours to accommodate busy family schedules, the center is now enrolling new clients in the Charles County area and beyond.

SPARKS ABA, part of LEARN Behavioral, a national leader in compassionate autism treatment, has been a leading provider of evidence-based autism services for 15 years. SPARKS ABA is dedicated to personalized, high-quality ABA therapy.

For more information or to enroll a child at the Waldorf Learning Center, call (240) 222-7956 or visit https://www.sparksaba.com

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of research-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

LEARN Behavioral Opens Doors of New Autism Learning Center in Riverside, CA.

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Autism Spectrum Therapies (AST), a provider of LEARN Behavioral, is proud to announce the opening of its new Riverside Learning Center at 6235 River Crest Drive, Suite O/P, Riverside, CA 92507.

AST is Riverside’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of center-based autism services for children ages 1-12 years. The new Riverside Learning Center provides center-based ABA therapy, in-home ABA therapy, school-based services, after school and weekend services, Social Skills Programs, and parent education.

The Riverside Learning Center is a member of the Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce.

Bri Waterbury, M.A., BCBA, Regional Clinical Director for the new location said, “We value being a part of the Inland Empire community and look forward to providing individualized support to help find success for every child in our care.” 

Key Features of the Riverside Learning Center:

  • An indoor gross motor area for physical and social development.
  • ABA therapy, which includes a classroom-like environment, unique play-based learning spaces, and one-on-one support.
  • Hybrid schedule, weekend and after-school services.
  • No waitlist and flexible treatment hours to accommodate busy family schedules.
  • Serving children 1-12 years old with personalized therapy plans.
  • Conveniently located and easily accessed via I-215 for families in the region.

The center is now enrolling new clients based in Banning, Corona, Hemet, Lake Elsinore, Moreno Valley, Murrieta, Palm Springs, Riverside, San Jacinto, and Temecula with no waitlist and flexible treatment hours.

About AST

AST, part of the LEARN Behavioral network, is one of the nation’s leading providers of compassionate autism care. In addition to the Riverside Learning Center, AST has center-based ABA therapy locations in Victorville, Menifee, and Temecula, CA.

For more information or to enroll a child at the Riverside Learning Center, call (866) 727-8274 or visit https://autismtherapies.com/locations/inland-empire

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder. With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of research-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

LEARN Behavioral Opens New Autism Learning Center in Cary, NC.

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Priorities ABA, a provider of LEARN Behavioral, is proud to announce the grand opening of its new Cary Learning Center with a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony and Open House on Thursday, April 3, 2025, from 3-6 p.m. at 598 East Chatham Street, Suite 135, Cary, NC, 27511. This event is open to the public.

Priorities ABA is Cary’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of in-home and center-based autism services for children and adolescents ages 1-13 years. The new Cary Learning Center provides key services in addition to center-based, in-home, and community-based ABA therapy, including diagnostics.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held with the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce, and attendees will have an opportunity to tour the facility and meet the leadership team.

Spring-themed activities for families will be offered during the Open House, including photos taken with the spring bunny in a sensory-friendly and supportive environment.

“We are excited to have the opportunity to partner with new families by expanding our services to greater Cary, including Wake County and surrounding areas,” said Emily Cogdell, HSP-PA, BCBA, Regional Clinical Director of the Cary Learning Center. “We value being a part of the Cary community and look forward to collaborating with fellow organizations and professionals to help find success for every child and adolescent in our care.” 

Key Features of the Cary Learning Center:

  • 4,600 square-foot facility with an indoor gross motor area and a teen room for physical and social development.
  • ABA therapy, which includes a classroom-like environment, unique play-based learning spaces, and one-on-one support.
  • No waitlist and flexible treatment hours to accommodate busy family schedules.
  • Serving children and adolescents, ages 18 months to 13 years old, with personalized therapy plans.
  • Conveniently located near Cary’s WakeMed Soccer Park (between NC 54 and I-40), easily accessible for families in the region.

The center is now enrolling new clients in Cary, West Raleigh, Apex, Morrisville, and the Research Triangle Park areas with no waitlist and flexible treatment hours.

The Cary Learning Center is the third center-based ABA therapy location for Priorities ABA to open, with existing Learning Centers in Jacksonville and Fayetteville, NC.

Priorities ABA, part of the LEARN Behavioral network, is one of the nation’s leading providers of compassionate autism care. For more than 20 years, Priorities ABA has been delivering evidence-based services, helping children and adolescents with autism find success and reach their unique potential.

For more information or to enroll a child at the Cary Learning Center, call (252) 341-4192 or visit https://prioritiesaba.com/locations/cary/

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a national leader in autism treatment, offering comprehensive diagnostic services and contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder. With a nationwide network of ABA providers and more than 100 Learning Centers across the country, LEARN delivers the highest standard of research-based care—customized to meet the unique needs and interests of each child and family.

LEARN Behavioral Expands Reach with Acquisition of BDES

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Baltimore, MD – Aug. 16, 2024 – LEARN Behavioral announced today the acquisition of Behavioral Development & Educational Services (BDES), a prominent provider of school-based applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy in southeastern Massachusetts. This strategic acquisition integrating BDES into the LEARN family, allows the company to expand its reach to an underserved population of Massachusetts.

For more than 25 years, BDES has been a cornerstone in the South Coast region’s education system, providing critical ABA services to more than 500 elementary and middle school students with autism and developmental delays. Founded by Sheldon Wagner, a pioneer in special education, BDES has crafted a multi-tiered clinical model to meet the diverse needs of schools, classrooms, and individual students.

“Joining forces with LEARN Behavioral will allow us to leverage their vast network and resources,” Dr. Wagner said, reflecting on the acquisition. “This will amplify our impact and reach more students who can benefit from our tailored ABA services. We are excited about the shared vision and collaborative opportunities this partnership brings.”

The acquisition promises numerous benefits for students, parents, and schools in the region, including improved access to specialized autism therapy services and enhanced educational resources.

“With similar values and philosophy as LEARN, the addition of BDES will allow all of us to learn from their service delivery model and expand our school-based ABA therapy services throughout Massachusetts and beyond,” said Michael Maloney, founder and CEO of LEARN Behavioral.

Through the addition of BDES, LEARN hopes to expand its Early Intervention (EI) services and learning centers across the South Coast region of Massachusetts.

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a leader in the field of applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy, offering a range of services for children with autism. It has locations nationwide, providing both in-home and center-based services, and is committed to delivering personalized care and support.

About BDES

For more than 25 years, Behavioral Development and Education Services (BDES) has provided applied behavior analysis (ABA) and behavioral services to more than 500 students in 20+ elementary and middle schools across the South Coast region of Massachusetts.

LEARN Behavioral Opens New Autism Learning Center in Wyoming, MI.

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Ribbon-Cutting and Open House to be held March 19

Total Spectrum, a provider of LEARN Behavioral, is proud to announce the grand opening of its new Wyoming Learning Center with a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony and Open House on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, from 3-6 p.m. at 2024 Health Drive SW, Suite B in Wyoming, MI 49519. This event is open to the public.

Total Spectrum is Michigan’s premiere contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) provider of in-home and center-based autism services for children and young adults ages 2-21 years. The new Wyoming Learning Center provides key services in addition to ABA therapy, including early intervention, parent education, and social skills programs during school breaks.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held with the South Kent Chamber of Commerce, and attendees will have an opportunity to tour the facility and meet the leadership team.

Spring-themed activities for families will be offered during the Open House, including photos taken with the spring bunny in a sensory-friendly and supportive environment.

“We are excited to have the opportunity to partner with new families by expanding our services to Kent County and beyond,” said Melissa Furman, MA, BCBA, LBA, Clinical Director of the Wyoming Learning Center. “We value being a part of the Wyoming community and look forward to collaborating with the community to help find success for every child and young adult in our care.” 

Key Features of the Wyoming Learning Center:

  • 4,600square-foot facility with an outdoor playground for physical and social development.
  • ABA therapy, which includes social skills groups, a school readiness area, and vocational preparation.
  • No waitlist and flexible treatment hours to accommodate busy family schedules.
  • Serving children and young adults, ages 2-21 years old, with personalized therapy plans.
  • Conveniently located off Route 131 and M-6, easily accessible for families in the region.

The center is now enrolling new clients in Wyoming, Grandville, Grand Rapids, Kentwood, East Grand Rapids, Cutlerville, Forest Hills, Walker, and Comstock Park with no waitlist and flexible treatment hours.

The Total Spectrum Learning Center is part of the LEARN Behavioral network, one of the nation’s leading providers of contemporary ABA therapy. Total Spectrum has been delivering evidence-based services for more than 10 years, helping children and young adults with autism find success and reach their unique potential.

For more information or to enroll a child at the Wyoming Learning Center, visit totalspectrumcare.com/locations

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN Behavioral is a leading provider of contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism. With a nationwide network of Learning Centers, LEARN Behavioral offers comprehensive, personalized services that meet each child’s unique needs. Total Spectrum specializes in contemporary ABA therapy, helping children and young adults with autism achieve success in school and life. For more information, visit learnbehavioral.com.

LEARN Behavioral Acquires Advances Learning Center of Boston, MA

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BALTIMORE, MD and WATERTOWN, MA: LEARN Behavioral, the leading network of providers serving children with autism and other special needs, announced today the acquisition of Watertown, Massachusetts based Advances Learning Center further expanding its provider network in the New England area.

Founded by Katherine Johnson, MA, BCBA in 2002, Advances is widely recognized as one of the highest quality providers of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in the Greater Boston area.  According to Katherine, “Advances was founded based on the need for families to have high-quality ABA services. Over the past 16 years we’ve built a team that we are really proud of. Partnering with LEARN, opens us up to extraordinary opportunities for organizational growth, professional development, and staff advancement.  I’m particularly excited to begin work on opening our second center, which has been a goal for some time now.  We are now in a position to make headway on our ultimate goal: getting services to every family who needs them.”

In combination with recently acquired BCI, LEARN now provides services across the state of Massachusetts and serves more than 700 families. Justin Funches, President of LEARN’s autism provider network, continued, “Advances shares our commitment to clinical excellence and creating an exceptional learning environment for staff. Together we are excited to continue to support to the Greater Boston community.”

About Advances Learning Center

Advances Learning Center serves children and adults with autism and other special needs in the Greater Boston area using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Advances focuses on teaching skills that will have the most significant impact on the lives of clients and their families; evidence-based treatment is tailored to each individual.  Advances is committed to partnering with all members of a client’s family and treatment team toward the ultimate goal: preparation for greater independence in the community. Advances offers center-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, social skills groups, in-home ABA services, parent training, and school-based services and accepts both public and private insurance. advancesonline.com.

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN is the leading network of providers serving children with autism and other special needs. LEARN specializes in behavioral health treatment based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and is committed to providing programs and services that are family-focused, community minded, and delivered with the highest clinical integrity. The LEARN team delivers more than 1.5 million hours of services annually and is comprised of more than 3,000 passionate professionals dedicated to nurturing every child’s personal best. www.learnbehavioral.com.

Long Beach Learning Center: Autism Therapy

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Autism Spectrum Therapies (AST) is proud to announce the opening of the Long Beach Learning Center, where kids with autism can receive comprehensive and specialized ABA therapy services.

The Long Beach Learning Center aims to create a nurturing and inclusive environment that promotes learning, socialization, and independence. Located at 999 E. Willow St., the Long Beach Learning Center officially opened on July 25 with a ribbon cutting and open house attended by staff, families, and city and community leaders.

“I’ve been working with AST since May 5 of 2009, so it’s been a little bit of time,” said Brandon Whitfield, senior clinical director for the Beach Cities region of AST. “I’ve spent a lot of time here at Long Beach, and for as long as I can remember, everybody always asks, ‘When are you guys going to actually open up a Learning Center or a clinic so we can actually have some services inside?’ Well, today is that day.”

AST — part of the LEARN Behavioral company that serves families with autism nationwide — has more than 20 years of experience providing families across eight states with compassionate, contemporary, applied behavioral analysis (ABA) therapy.

“We’re all about contemporary ABA,” Whitfield added. “We do a lovely job of it. We’ve been doing it for years in the schools. And now it’s time to do it in the Center.”

An Autism Learning Center That Contributes to a Successful Community

The grand opening event featured an official ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Long Beach Chamber of Commerce, tours of the facility, opportunities to speak with the Long Beach leadership team, and sensory-friendly, carnival-themed activities for families.

“We’re so excited to be here celebrating this momentous occasion,” said Natalie Leighton, vice president of membership for the Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce.

Officials delivered praise and certificates of appreciation.

“We want to say thank you so much for opening up the space for the next generation of leaders,” said Sovanna Pouv, field representative for Sen. Lena Gonzalez (D-District 33). “These are the young people that we all should put all of our resources into because they will be one of us one day in the future.”

Click here to find out more about the Long Beach Learning Center.

Autism Spectrum Therapies (AST) Opens New Learning Center in Livonia, Michigan

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LIVONIA, MICHIGAN –  Autism Spectrum Therapies (AST), one of the leading providers of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), announced the opening of its new Learning Center in Livonia, Michigan.  The new center will offer services for children ages 18 months to 8 years of age.  AST will continue to offer home-based services across the Detroit Metropolitan area including Wayne, McComb, and Oakland Counties. 

AST’s Clinical Director for the Metro-Detroit area, Scott McPhee, MA, BCBA, shared, “We are excited to be able to offer center-based services to children in Livonia and the surrounding communities.  Livonia’s motto of “Families First” resonates with our clinical philosophy at AST; our services are family-focused, our approach collaborative, and our treatment individualized. We are excited to bring our national resources to this vibrant community.”

About AST

Autism Spectrum Therapies (AST) is a leading provider of behavioral health treatment utilizing Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA). AST’s clinical philosophy is grounded in working collaboratively with families, insurers, and schools to deliver high-integrity, individualized treatment plans that use the latest science to guide interventions. AST provides ABA therapy in Michigan as part of the LEARN Provider Network, the leading autism treatment network serving 2,500 families across 9 states. Learn more at autismtherapies.com.

Wisconsin Early Autism Project Opens New Learning Center in Sun Prairie, WI

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We’re excited to announce we have expanded our reach in Wisconsin with the opening of a new Wisconsin Early Autism Project (WEAP) Learning Center in Sun Prairie this past April. This center represents our commitment to providing children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) the resources and support they need to develop essential life skills in a nurturing, group environment. Our mission is to find success for every child with autism in our care by providing compassionate, contemporary applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy to help them reach their potential.

The WEAP Learning Center in Sun Prairie offers a learning-rich environment that supports the unique needs of each child. Our center-based services are complemented by home and community-based services as well as social skills programming. We understand that every child has unique needs and interests, and we’re committed to providing tailored treatment that respects the varied needs, values, and cultures of every family we serve.

To celebrate the opening of our new Learning Center, we hosted an open house where the public and families were invited to tour our bright and airy new facility, speak with our leadership team, and participate in a range of fun, summer-themed activities. It was a festive occasion that brought the autism community in Sun Prairie and throughout Wisconsin together. The event was topped off with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony, which was organized in collaboration with the Sun Prairie Chamber of Commerce.

We’re proud to have served children with autism for over 25 years and our dedication to serving the autism community is steadfast. Our commitment to the welfare of our clients has allowed us to be one of the leading providers of ABA therapy in Wisconsin and the country. We take enormous pride in providing positive outcomes for children and families and are committed to continuing to provide exceptional care to all those we serve.

If you’re interested in learning more about our services or finding a WEAP location near you, please visit our website. We look forward to serving the autism community in Sun Prairie and throughout Wisconsin in the years ahead.

“We are excited to offer center-based learning on the east side of Madison in Sun Prairie and the surrounding communities. Our new location has reduced the commute time for some families traveling to the west side center and created an opportunity for new families to access services.

Our staff and families love our fresh, new, bright center, which features large clinical spaces and group learning areas. Plus, kids can get lots of physical activity in our gym and outside at our playground. Many families have already taken advantage of our Saturday Squad program for weekend fun for their children. I encourage interested families to reach out to schedule a tour.” – Christine Laurent, Clinical Director

LEARN Behavioral Acquires Wisconsin Early Autism Project (WEAP)

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BALTIMORE, MD and MILWAUKEE, WI: LEARN Behavioral, the leading network of providers serving children with autism and other special needs, announced today the acquisition of Wisconsin Early Autism Project (WEAP) further expanding its provider network in the Midwest.

Founded in 1995 by Dr. Glen Sallows and Dr. Tamlynn Graupner, WEAP has been a pioneering force in the treatment of autism in Wisconsin and across the world. In addition to being a NIMH approved replication site for the groundbreaking research by Dr. Ivar Lovaas, WEAP played a significant role in advocating for increased access to ABA treatment in Wisconsin. Drs. Sallows and Graupner, who will be retiring as a part of the transaction, commented, “We are so proud of what WEAP has become and are extremely excited about its future. In LEARN, we have found a partner whose national presence and clinical focus will help WEAP prosper while creating new opportunities for our clients and career growth for our employees.” Michael Maloney, LEARN’s CEO, continued, “We are excited to continue Drs. Sallows and Graupner’s legacy of excellence, and we thank them for their contributions to the field.”

WEAP’s Executive Director and 20  year veteran of the company Mary Smith , BCBA, further stated, “For more than 20 years, WEAP has been the premier ABA provider in the state of Wisconsin, and our partnership with LEARN will ensure that we will continue to be for the next 20 years.”

In combination with Autism Spectrum Therapies (AST), LEARN now provides services in three midwestern states, Wisconsin, Illinois and Michigan. Justin Funches, President of LEARN’s autism provider network said, “WEAP’s stellar clinical reputation, scale, and legacy of research are tremendous additions to the LEARN Provider Network. We are excited to work together with the WEAP executive leadership team to support more families in Wisconsin and across the rest of the Midwest.”

About Wisconsin Early Autism Project

Founded in 1995, WEAP is the leading provider of behavioral health treatment for young children with autism in Wisconsin.  Using the principles of Applied Behavior  Analysis, WEAP designs intensive treatment programs to form lasting and life-changing gains for its clients. In addition to ABA, WEAP also provides psychological assessments and counseling services.  WEAP has clinics in Madison, Milwaukee (Brookfield), Green Bay and Eau Claire and serve families throughout the state. www.wiautism.com

About LEARN Behavioral

LEARN is the leading network of providers serving children with autism and other special needs. LEARN specializes in behavioral health treatment based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and is committed to providing programs and services that are family-focused, community minded, and delivered with the highest clinical integrity. The LEARN team delivers more than 1.5 million hours of services annually and is comprised of more than 3,000 passionate professionals dedicated to nurturing every child’s personal best. www.learnbehavioral.com