Little Leaves of Miami Lakes, FL

14645 NW 77th Ave Suite 105
Miami Lakes, FL 33014

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

Janelle M. Booker

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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Entrance of Little Leaves in Miami Lakes, FL

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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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We love little leaves! Our son has made such great progress and he genuinely loves going to the center every day! Thank you so much!

Miami Lakes, FL
- Parent

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Explore A Day in the
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.

Janelle Booker, MS, BCBA is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has worked with children, adolescents and adults diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities for over 8 years. Prior to joining the Little Leaves team, she worked with clients in all settings including the school, home and clinic setting between ages 3 and 21 years old in Tampa, Orlando, Raleigh and Charlotte. Janelle holds a B.S. in Behavioral Healthcare from the University of South Florida as well as a M.S in Counseling from Nova Southeastern University with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis. Specialty areas of interests for Janelle include clinical quality, staff development and training and Parent Training.
Natalie Aguado is a Senior Behavior Analyst at Little Leaves Behavioral Services in Miami Lakes, Florida. Since joining the organization in March 2021, she has served in various roles including Registered Behavior Technician, Training Specialist, and Behavior Specialist. In her current role, she oversees the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans, supervises clinical staff, and ensures high-quality care rooted in evidence-based practices. Natalie holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Florida State University and a Master of Arts in Applied Behavior Analysis from Ball State University.
Kamila Garcia Marchante, M.A., BCBA, has been with Little Leaves Behavioral Services since 2022. She joined the company as a Behavior Specialist before becoming a Supervising Behavior Analyst. Kamila received a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Central Florida and an M.S. in Applied Behavior Analysis from the University of Miami. In her current role, she oversees the development and implementation of individualized treatment plans, supervises clinical staff, and ensures high-quality care rooted in evidence-based practices.
Prior to her time at Little Leaves, Kamila consulted with families of neurodivergent and typically developing children ages 2–16, providing home- and school-based interventions as well as caregiver training and support. She is a member of the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the Florida Association of Behavior Analysis (FABA). Kamila is passionate about research, with particular interests in school readiness, daily living skills, and the international dissemination of ABA.
Paola Torselli serves as the dedicated Office Manager for the Miami Lakes location of Little Leaves. Since the center first opened its doors to the community in 2022, Paola has proudly brought her organizational expertise and compassionate leadership to the role. Her deep passion for working with children began many years ago when she started her career as a teacher, and she has carried that dedication with her ever since. With extensive experience in the administrative field spanning many years, she helps create a welcoming atmosphere where families feel supported and children have the opportunity to flourish and reach their full potential.

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

38

Total Families Served Since Opening
77,000

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 Miami Lakes, FL

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

Janelle M. Booker

Center Director

Little Leaves of Miami Lakes, FL

About Little Leaves