Parent Support, Speech Therapy, ABA Therapy
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Address: 500 Redland Ct.
| Owings Mills, MD
21117
Rating: 4.10
(21 reviews)
Insurances:
Aetna,
Cigna,
UnitedHealthcare,
Ages Served:
1 to 21 years
Care Settings:
In-school,
In-clinic,
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About Blue Balloon ABA
Blue Balloon ABA provides compassionate, individualized Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapy for children, adolescents and young adults, up to age 21.
Please note that without member information we cannot guarantee that
your specific plan covers these services. We recommend asking the care
provider before beginning services.
Aetna
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
500 Redland Ct.,MD,21117
Get in Contact
(443) 738-5110
info@blueballoonaba.com
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Blue Balloon started great they were very accommodating to my daughter having a Gtube. Then suddenly i received an email stating that she cant return until they figure things out then required me to take off of work to come start and end her feed total of 2 hours off work randomly. She was there about a month before the issues started. I wish communication was better but I ended up just keeping her with me. If needs wont be accommodated the center is not for her.
Sydni Brice
17 March 2024
google review
This started off to be a great experience for me and my wife starting with the introduction and the tour of the facility with the exception of the wait when we got there and there was no one out front to greet us or check to see who we were . As we started to get into the enrollment process my wife was dealing with Alana who was extraordinary. However we could not get back in touch with Alana and ended up dealing with Eli The Insurance Guy Eli is very tough to deal with and does not communicate well and was very patronizing and insulting when it came to what we could afford and what our insurance company would cover . Blue Balloon came highly recommended to us thru Baltimore County Infants and Toddlers our son was diagnosed with Autism recently and we were really excited to take the next step and start with ABA therapy. But after the experience and dealing with Eli over the phone we would definitely not take our son to this facility after having the experience we had. We had high hopes for Blue Balloon and was looking forward to enrolling our child. Our Insurance is with Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC and as of 01012023 they have enhanced their coverage for outpatient ABA therapy which covers whether in-network or out of Network 100 for the services. It was not the matter of us affording the services we were thinking why should we pay out of pocket if our Health Insurance Plan would cover 100. I think if Eli was more patient with us and more understanding rather than pre-judging or assuming it was not affordable to us based on his own assumption we would have been happy to move forward with the enrollment and would have made any sacrifice needed financially for our child. Instead the only alternative and consideration offered was for him to offer my wife another Health Insurance Plan other than Blue Cross Blue Shield that would cover the services.
Reggie Snowden
17 March 2024
google review
We havent even been here long and I can already say Ive seen a change in my 4 year old daughter. This institute is phenomenal The communication far exceeds my expectations and the team members there seem to work like one big family. There learning process is exceptional and wholesome. My daughter only took maybe alittle more than a week to get use to the place and she loves it My daughters RBT and BCAB are amazing. Every person there genuinely seems to want to get to know all the children and that gives me such a peace of mind. I would recommend this place to everyone
Amber Mehr
17 March 2024
google review
I have been here since the beginning of the year and have learned so much All the staff here are amazing and I love working here We have such a great team and happy atmosphere definitely recommend
Emily Tang
17 November 2023
google review
Ive worked at Blue Balloon for about 6 months while I pursue my BCBA and I really enjoy it. Throughout my time there ive built great relationships with the administration and staff Great place to work
Alex Boulter
17 October 2023
google review
Blue Balloon has exceeded all my expectations From my first phone call to inquire how to start the process through insurance coverage my daughters evaluation being set up with our BCBA meeting our RBT and then starting services each interaction Ive had with the staff at Blue Balloon couldnt have been better. When our daughter was diagnosed we didnt know where to start. We had already been working with different therapists had so many appointments and were focused on getting through the day- minute by minuteSince we started with Blue Balloon we feel supported and encouraged. Our daughter has bonded so well with her RBT their relationship is truly special. Our BCBA is understanding our daughters needs as well as our ENTIRE familys needs. What continues to amaze me is how respectful they BCBA and RBT are to our values and how communicative they are.The parent education we get is phenomenal. Not only is our daughter being helped but we are being given tools to help her which is pricelessBlue Balloon has made a tremendous difference in my daughter and our family life We cannot thank you enough
Y Matitia
17 August 2023
google review
I have been woking at Blue Balloon for six months as a BCBA and really enjoy it The staff are very supportive and seeing the progress of my clients and collaborating with other professionals is rewarding and fulfilling
Chana Poupko
17 August 2023
google review
My son has made great progress thanks to his dedicated and very skilled team at Blue Balloon. They are very friendly professional and very flexible with our familys needs. Their clinic is beautiful and my son loves going. Highly recommend.
Adele Rosenblatt
17 March 2022
google review
Blue Balloon ABA has taken the needs of my child and transformed them into a reality. The needs of her and my entire family have become their top priority. Their staff have been so kind professional and have gone way above and beyond to support our needs. I truly recommend them for all of your ABA needs. They must be your first phone call for services
tikvah pickett
17 March 2022
google review
Working part time at Blue Balloon gave me the opportunity to gain experience in the mental health field while perusing my Social Work Masters Degree. The BCBAs and the office staff have been very supportive and guided me through my job responsibilities. The clinical team is super focused on the care of the children.
Devora Schmell
17 March 2022
Frequently Asked Questions
The simple answer is: whenever you’re ready. You are your child’s greatest advocate and protector. It’s okay if you don’t have all the answers, or aren’t able to perfectly explain everything. You can still educate those around you about your child’s autism when you have the energy to do so. Check out our complete guide for examples and tips.
Teach and practice calming strategies with your child. Helping your child learn how to manage their emotions and reactions is very important. Teach your child different ways they can calm down and relax, such as:
Deep breathing, counting to 10, using sensory toys (like squishy balls or putty), going for a walk, listening to music
Build "relaxation time" into their normal routines and schedules
Practice these when your child is happy and calm so that later, when they’re highly stressed, they can access these skills
Speech therapy is almost always recommended for autistic children since many people with autism have difficulty with social communication. Even if a child is very verbal and says a lot of words, they might need to work on communication skills like:
responding to questions
starting or ending conversation
changing conversation topics
using gestures like pointing
understanding other people's body language
Speech therapy is a big focus in early intervention for autistic children and is usually the starting place for recently diagnosed kids. There is a critical period in the brain for language development and so, it's really important to teach language and communication skills as early as possible, especially if there are any delays in that area. Your child will learn effective ways to communicate which will help them grow into more independent and confident individuals.
It might be obvious when a child struggles with speaking —they are very quiet, say only a few words, or don't speak at all.
Spot speech and language delays like a doctor here.
The goal of speech therapy is to help your child communicate effectively with other people across all environments. This may take the form of using gestures, simple signs, verbal speech, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
Some other common things speech therapists can help with:
Nonverbal skills, such as signs or gestures
Forming speech in a clearer way
Communicating thoughts and feelings clearly
Understanding and responding to questions
Discerning facial expressions and their corresponding emotions
Noticing and understanding body language
Feeding and swallowing
Stuttering
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a therapy rooted in the science of learning and behavior. Using principles of ABA, children and adults can learn to improve their communication skills, social skills, and daily living skills while also addressing problematic or challenging behaviors. The primary goal of ABA therapy is to teach helpful skills that promote independence and reduce harmful behaviors. Here's our complete guide to everything you need to know about ABA therapy.
It's a big decision to make for your family! Applied behavior analysis (ABA) seeks to improve communication skills, introduce productive habits, and reduce harmful behaviors. Watch out for ABA providers who look to "cure" autism.
High quality ABA therapy does exist where the goal is not to “fix” children, make them appear “less autistic”, or change who they are. The goal is to help people learn all that they can so they can live to their potential while embracing their unique, individual personality traits. Here's our complete guide to start and end ABA therapy.
ABA is usually covered by insurance if you have an autism diagnosis. Autism is typically the only diagnosis insurance will authorize for ABA services since its benefits have been researched extensively.
Always check with your specific insurance plan to confirm that ABA is covered for your child’s diagnoses and that the provider you are seeking care at is in-network. Here's our complete guide to everything you need to know about ABA therapy.
Autism-friendly camps come in all shapes and sizes, making it easier for you to find the one that best suits your needs. An autism-friendly camp may come in the form of a day camp, meaning you drop your child off in the morning and pick them up later that afternoon, or as an overnight camp. The camp programs can range in length from a few days to a few weeks. The campers that attend autism-friendly camps may be autistic only or a mixture of neurotypical and neurodivergent kids. When it comes to support for your child, some camps offer 1:1 support while others have a higher camper-to-counselor ratio.