Little Leaves of Lutherville, MD

1840 York Rd Suite K
Lutherville, MD 21093

Hours: Mon – Fri 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Drey Shipley

Center Director

About Little Leaves

Little Leaves is an intensive Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program for young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Designed for children up to age 6 who have been recommended for ABA therapy, Little Leaves effectively provides early autism services and behavior therapy to young children in need.

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Our Approach

Little Leaves provides high-quality, center-based ABA therapy for children ages 1 to 6 with autism. Our program is individualized, comprehensive, and designed to help each child build the skills they need to thrive. As a BHCOE-accredited provider, families can trust that their child is receiving care that meets the highest standards in the field.

Our extensive program includes:

School Preparedness
Preschool-Like Setting
Caregiver Training
Individualized Therapy Plan
1:1 Client-to-Clinician Ratio

Admission Requirements

Your child is under the age of 6
Your child has an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis
Your child has commercial insurance

Accepted Insurance

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Learn how Little Leaves solutions, clinicians, and leadership have shaped and improved the lives of our clients and families.

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We love how patient everyone at the center is with our child. They love and care on our child as if he was one of their own. Would 100% recommend them to anyone who is in need of services.

Lutherville, MD
- Parent
The results of the program are amazing. I feel that my child is safe and thriving in the care of the staff.

Lutherville, MD
- Parent

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Life at Little Leaves

Imagine your child stepping into a warm, welcoming environment where every moment is thoughtfully designed to encourage growth, learning, and fun. From the moment they arrive, they are supported by caring professionals who guide them through a day filled with meaningful interactions, engaging activities, and structured learning opportunities.

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Our Team

Our program is supervised by master’s- and doctoral-level Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and delivered by expertly trained therapists.

Within Little Leaves, we have created a model for our professionals to collaborate on treatment approaches, share best practices, and continuously learn from each other. Your child will be supported not just by his or her immediate team, but also by the decades of experience and expertise of all of our clinicians, many of whom have studied and trained in the finest ABA programs in the world.

Drey Shipley is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with over 12 years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), including six years as a certified BCBA. Originally from Ohio and now based in Maryland for the past three years, Drey has worked extensively with clients ranging in age from 2 to 65. Known for a client-centered approach and commitment to evidence-based practices, Drey specializes in developing individualized treatment plans that promote meaningful outcomes across the lifespan. With a deep passion for helping others reach their full potential, Drey brings professionalism, compassion, and expertise to every aspect of behavior analytic work.
Jennifer O’Brien, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Prior to joining Little Leaves, she worked 5 years as a special educator working with learners with autism and intellectual disabilities in self-contained classrooms. Jennifer holds a B.S. and M.Ed in Special Education from the University of Maryland and a Post Master’s Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis from Johns Hopkins University
Madison Simms has been a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with Little Leaves Lutherville center since December of 2024. She has previously received a Masters in Education for Curriculum and Instruction from University of Massachusetts Lowell. Prior, she received her Bachelors from the University of Maryland in Psychology. She has been practicing in the field of ABA since 2016, starting as an RBT before passing the BCBA exam in March of 2022. She is driven to continually make learning accessible and relevant to all learners. Madison continues to use behavioral perspectives so others can grow into the most independent and genuine versions of themselves.
Evan is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), licensed in 2024, with over eight years of experience in the Applied Behavior Analysis field. His professional journey has been dedicated to supporting individuals with developmental and behavioral needs through evidence-based interventions. For the past 2.5 years, Evan has worked at Little Leaves, where he provides high-quality, compassionate care and collaborated closely with families and interdisciplinary teams. His approach combines data-driven strategies with a deep commitment to individualized support, and Evan is passionate about fostering meaningful, lasting change in the lives of the clients he serves.
Kort Nadeau is a compassionate and highly skilled Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) and Office Manager with nine years of experience supporting individuals with autism and developmental disabilities in various settings, including home, school, and clinical environments. I have demonstrated strong proficiency in implementing behavior-analytic treatment plans, collecting data, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Additionally, I have two years of experience mentoring RBTs and assisting clinical supervisors with onboarding, oversight, and training. I maintain a service-first and solution-focused approach and look forward to assisting my colleagues and their clients as I transition from direct support to administrative support.

Our Credentials

committed to continuous improvement, BHCOE accredited 2022, 3-year accreditation

Little Leaves was recently awarded the highest level of accreditation by the BHCOE as a leader in high-quality, center-based early intervention resources for young children with autism.

Our Stats

29

Total Families Served Since Opening
54,000

Hours of Therapy Delivered
32

Full-Time Clinicians At This Location
2022

Year Founded

FAQs

Little Leaves primarily offers center-based services for young children with autism which are run in a preschool-like setting. At the center, each client works one-on-one with a trained behavior technician on individualized goals with a focus on social communication, social interactions, and school readiness skills. Our program runs Monday through Friday from 8:30 am – 5:00 pm. During the day, children have the opportunity to participate in individual therapy time, small group activities with peers, and activities of daily living. While many clients are at our centers for the full day, an individualized schedule is developed for each child based on his/her therapeutic needs. Little Leaves also works with clients in their homes, daycares, and preschools, most frequently when clients are ready to transition from a Little Leaves center into community setting.
Little Leaves serves children with Autism. With our focus on early intervention, Little Leaves works primarily with children from the time they are diagnosed until they enter kindergarten.
Little Leaves only provides ABA therapy but we regularly collaborate with a child’s speech and OT providers to ensure a coordinated team-approach to treatment. At our centers, we are usually able to accommodate outside therapy providers who would like to come in to see clients during the day.
Contact us to learn more about our services and if they are right for your family.
Little Leaves is in network with many insurance plans and fully supports families in accessing and using their insurance benefits. Not all insurance companies, however, cover ABA for the treatment of autism. Please visit our Insurance page to learn about our plans and how to research whether your plan covers autism. You can also feel free to reach out to us, and we can help you research your benefits.

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Contact Little Leaves of Lutherville, MD

If you are ready to get started and meet the following requirements, please call us or submit the form below and a member of our Family Support team will contact you within 24-48 hours

Meet our
Center Director

Drey Shipley

Center Director

Little Leaves of Lutherville, MD

About Little Leaves