Reston - Little Leaves Behavioral Services

Reston, Virginia

At Little Leaves, our center-based ABA program is for young children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder and is run in a preschool-like setting. It is designed for children up to age 6 who have been recommended for intensive ABA services. 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. 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.

Call 202-420-8359
Monday – Friday 8:30AM – 5:00PM
12330 Pinecrest Road, Suite 100
Reston, VA 20191

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INSURANCE

Little Leaves is currently in network with:

Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Carefirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna
HSCSN
John Hopkins Employer Health Programs (EHP)
Kaiser Permanente
Oscar Behavioral Health/Optum
United Behavioral Health/Optum

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Center Director

Jana Murgia

Jana Murgia, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Licensed Behavior Analyst, and holds a Postgraduate Professional Teaching License for Special Education in the Commonwealth of Virginia. She has 15 years of experience working with children with Autism and other disabilities. Prior to working at Little Leaves, she worked for more than 8 years in both teaching and administrative capacities for Southeastern Cooperative Educational Programs, which supports students with Autism, intellectual disabilities, and behavioral challenges. Jana earned her B.A. in Psychology from American University and her M.Ed. from Cambridge College, concentrating in Special Education. She is a member of the Virginia Association for Behavior Analysis and the Association of Professional Behavior Analysts

Jana Murgia, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA

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Supervising Behavior Analysts

Ashley Panetta

Ashley Panetta, M.A., BCBA, LBA is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and a Licensed Behavior Analyst with over 5 years of experience working with children and young adults with physical and developmental disabilities. Her experience includes work in client’s homes as a registered behavior technician and respite provider working with individuals with disabilities and traumatic brain injuries. Ashley has also worked in the public school system as a transition and rehabilitation specialist supporting students in vocational training and instructional support within the community. Ashley earned her B.A. in Health Sciences from Boise State University and her M.A. in Applied Behavior Analysis at Arizona State University.
In addition to her work at Little Leaves, Ashley volunteers at the Muscular Dystrophy Association as a camp counselor and program activities coordinator.

Ashley Panetta, M.A., BCBA, LBA

Brittany Stevens

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Brittany Stevens

Hannah Czarnecki

Hannah Czarnecki, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Behavior Analyst, and holds a teaching license from the state of Illinois. She has worked in the field of ABA for two years as a Registered Behavior Technician in Texas and looking forward to expanding and strengthening her skills as a BCBA. Her ABA experience includes working with children in early intervention ages 2-5 years through direct therapy and leading small group sessions prioritizing social and communicative skills. Prior to starting in ABA, Hannah received her B.S. in Elementary Education with a minor in Mathematics from DePaul University, then continued to the University of Texas at Austin for a master’s degree in Early Childhood Special Education.

Hannah Czarnecki, M.Ed, BCBA, LBA

Behavior and Training Specialists

Maaham Usmani

Maaham Usmani, RBT, is a Registered Behavior Technician. She has been with Little Leaves for three years during which she has provided early intervention services to children with physical and developmental disabilities in the home, school, and clinic setting. Before holding her current role, Maaham worked as a Behavior Technician, a Senior Behavior Technician, and a Training Specialist with Little Leaves. She received her B.A. in Psychology and Economics from George Mason University where she graduated Magna Cum Laude. Maaham is currently completing her M.A. in Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis from Pennsylvania State University and is pursuing national certification in the field.

Maaham Usmani, RBT

Karma Gurung

Karma Gurung, RBT is a Registered Behavior Technician. She has been practicing ABA for over 3 years. Karma started with Little Leaves as a Behavior Technician, moved on to the role of a Senior Behavior Technician and grown into the role of a Training Specialist. Prior to working with Little Leaves, Karma provided ABA therapy for individuals ages 3-19 in the home setting. She received her Bachelor’s in Social Work (BSW) from University of Charleston, WV. She is currently enrolled in the Masters program in ABA at Ball State University with the goal of obtaining a BCBA credential.

Karma Gurung, RBT

Melodie Pham

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Melodie Pham

Tori Smith

Tori Smith, RBT, has worked with Little Leaves since 2019. Tori has worked with Little Leaves as a behavior technician and a Training Specialist working both one-on-one with the clients and then training staff to do the same. She currently holds the role of Behavior Specialist. Prior to working with Little Leaves, Tori worked providing ABA early intervention services with a similar company as an RBT in the home setting. She received her B.S. in Biological Science and Spanish from Virginia Tech in December 2018. Tori is currently enrolled in a Master’s Program in Applied Behavior Analysis at the Florida Institute of Technology and hopes to pursue national certification in the field as a BCBA.

Tori Smith, RBT

Office Manager

Kinjal Jadeja Nana

Kinjal Jadeja Nana, Office Manager, is an RBT that has been practicing ABA for over 4 years, prior to joining the Little Leaves team. Prior to the realm of ABA, she was in the public school classroom, providing direct accommodations to students as a Paraeducator and facilitating school-family relationships as a Counseling Secretary. She is preparing to complete a B.S. in Psychology with a minor in Mathematics from University of Maryland, Global Campus, and has future goals to continue her education in Applied Behavior Analysis!

Kinjal Jadeja Nana

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