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Help for Autism in Northern Virginia

Work with a small, local practice owned and operated by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). We celebrate all the little wins on your child’s unique path to success!

Get started with treatment and consultation at your home and on your schedule. We are local to Arlington, Virginia and serve the surrounding area including Arlington, Alexandria, Falls Church, and Fairfax.

Behavioral therapy is the gold standard for autism treatment and is also effective for other challenges. You and your child will learn new skills, improve relationships, and have tons of fun along the way. In-home therapy is a solution for families challenged by tantrums or slow progress. You can learn to create the opportunities your child needs to be successful.

Do not wait to get help, contact us for a free consultation with a professional today.

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FIND HELP FOR YOUR CHILD

Kids and families throughout Northern Virginia can receive help for autism in their own homes. There is a program for everyone: Early Intervention programs for toddlers and preschoolers, Social Coaching programs for kids and teens, and Life Skills programs for those who have an intellectual disability. Families and organizations can also access on-site consulting services. People of all ages and abilities are welcome to participate in our individualized programs.

MEET YOUR PROVIDER TEAM

Patterson Behavior Services is owned and operated by Ally Patterson, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA, who is one of just a handful of doctoral-level behavior analysts in Northern Virginia. We employ educated and qualified behavior technicians who work under the supervision of a licensed professional. Our providers know how to improve your child’s communication and social skills and can offer solutions for the challenging behaviors that get in the way.

TESTIMONIALS

“Ally helped us immensely by suggesting IEP goals, attending IEP meetings, and doing school and playdate observations. ”

“Patterson Behavior Services is professional and one of the leading ABA practices in the Metro DC area which is why I am so comfortable making referrals to Ally and her team. I recommend Patterson Behavior to anyone seeking home/school based ABA for their kiddo.”

“Patterson Behavior is an excellent ABA practice. They are professional, flexible, and truly care about the progress of their clients. Our son really enjoyed his sessions and looked forward to them. We received data-driven reports and evaluations and regular check-ins with the head BCBA to ensure the ABA plan flexed to meet shifting goals as needed. ”

“Dr. Ally Patterson recently guest lectured for the college class I teach on autism. Ally was so knowledgeable and clearly passionate about the field of applied behavior analysis. Her lecture even inspired some students to consider pursuing ABA in the future. Thank you!”

“Dr. Ally Patterson treats her staff with respect and dedicates time to explaining concepts and providing feedback. She holds ethical standards highly in all of her services and ensures that client integrity is upheld. Being a smaller, independent company allows Dr. Patterson the ability to truly recognize the ability of her staff.”

“The Patterson Behavior group is an excellent group of BCBAs. The focus has been on applied behavior analysis, Verbal Behavior therapy, aggression and violence management, language and social skill training, in addition to conditioning/counter-conditioning, and self-control.”

“They were very good about billing insurances (we have a primary and secondary payer) and worked with us to make sure the insurance companies had the paperwork needed to cover the services. Highly recommend this practice.”

“Working at Patterson Behavior Services has been a positive experience and has allowed me to really grow in the field. All of us at PBS make a strong effort to include parents and guardians; we have an open line of communication with the caregivers, and try to have them be as involved as possible. I’ve noticed this involvement having a positive impact on children’s progress, and the entire experience is very rewarding. ”

“Ally and her billing team worked with our insurance company to save us the out-of-pocket costs. Overall it was a great pleasure and experience working with Ally and her team.”

“Weekly parent training sessions and materials were organized for us. We learned the concepts of ABA and how to effectively assess the situation and apply the required behavioural strategy. This learning comes in very useful in the day-to-day life outside of sessions.”

Check Out Our Blog

New Behavior Analysts Seeking newly-licensed behavior analysts! We are hiring new BCBAs interested in continued support and guidance. BCBAs will learn our compassionate and thoughtful approach to the treatment of developmental disabilities while developing their own niche within the field. You are eligible to apply if you: Have passed the BCBA exam...

Graduate Student Interns Introducing our salaried internship program! Graduate Student Interns are temporary employees who work toward the BACB’s Supervised Fieldwork requirements. Interns will learn our compassionate and thoughtful approach to the treatment of developmental disabilities. You are eligible to apply if you: Are enrolled in or have a current acceptance to...

Individual or Group Learning? There are only so many hours in a day. And even fewer hours when your child is alert and ready to learn! Currently, local families cannot access effective therapy and group learning simultaneously (though we are working to change that!). We have noticed a pattern for young children and...