Why Hampton families choose Blossom
What families here tell us matters most
We already know this city, not just its zip code
Phoebus, Buckroe, and the neighborhoods between them. We've been here long enough that they're not just names on a map to us.
Your child gets one face, not a new one every month
Someone who remembers what made them smile last week, not someone starting from scratch every session.
Insurance, off your plate before day one
Someone who remembers what made them smile last week, not someone starting from scratch every session.
ABA Services Available in Hampton, VA
Every child's path looks a little different, so we offer several ways to bring ABA therapy into your Hampton family's routine. From one-on-one sessions in your living room to support at daycare and out in the community, here are the options families across Hampton and the surrounding Northern Virginia area can choose from.
Helping kids with autism in Hampton
The everyday moments we help make easier
The everyday moments we help make easier Every parent knows the moments that are hardest — the meltdown in the grocery store, the words that won't come, the goodnight routine that never seems to end. Blossom ABA Therapy helps Hampton children build greater happiness, independence, and emotional regulation using scientifically validated methods rooted in the science of behavior analysis.
Communication & Connection
Daily Life & Independence
Emotional & Behavioral Growth
Whatever your child is working on, our Hampton team builds a plan around it — not a generic template, but real progress for your real child.
Yosef Aharonoff
State Director - VA
As State Director at Blossom ABA Therapy, Yosef Aharonoff brings a strong focus on operational excellence and team development to support high-quality ABA services. He works closely with clinical teams and families to ensure consistent care and effective outcomes. Committed to growth and collaboration, Yosef prioritizes building reliable systems and supporting staff success and client success across the state.
Mordy Gobioff
Assistant state director to Virginia and Manager of clinics
As Assistant State Director of Virginia and Regional Operations Manager at Blossom ABA Therapy, Mordy Gobioff brings strong leadership, operational expertise, and a commitment to expanding access to exceptional ABA services across multiple clinics. He works closely with clinical teams, staff, and families to ensure each location runs efficiently while maintaining compassionate, high-quality care. Passionate about growth and building strong systems, Mordy is dedicated to supporting team success and positive outcomes for every child served.
Valerie Heard
MS Ed., BCBA, LBA
Administrator
Valerie Heard received her bachelor's degree in psychology with a minor in Family Studies from James Madison University, followed by a Master's degree in Special Education from Old Dominion University. She taught children (K-5) with autism and other developmental disabilities for ten years in Front Royal, Virginia, before becoming a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst in 2014 through Florida Institute of Technology. She is licensed under the Virginia Board of Medicine and brings 20 years of experience helping children increase adaptive, academic, communication, social, and executive functioning skills while decreasing challenging behaviors. As a special education teacher, Valerie wrote Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) for her students and collaborated closely with speech and occupational therapists and families. She now educates, trains, and supervises staff working directly with clients. Valerie lives in the Shenandoah Valley with her husband, a retired dentist, and their son, who was adopted at birth and later diagnosed with ADHD and a mild form of autism. Her experience as both a parent and educator of children with disabilities gives her unique insight into supporting clients in home and school settings while understanding what families navigate daily.
Shaina Roberts
Master's Degree in ABA
BCBA, LBA
Shaina Roberts is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with over a decade of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis and a master's degree in ABA. She is dedicated to providing high-quality services to children and families, utilizing her expertise to foster positive behavioral changes and enhance the quality of life for her clients. With a passion for impactful interventions, Shaina aims to make a meaningful difference in her community and surrounding areas.
ABA therapy insurance coverage in Hampton
We speak insurance so you don't have to
Cardinal Care covers ABA therapy
Virginia's Medicaid program supports eligible children with an autism diagnosis under EPSDT, and we know that system well. Learn more at Cover Virginia
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ABA therapy with Virginia Medicaid in Hampton
Virginia Medicaid (DMAS) and FAMIS cover ABA therapy for children with autism in Hampton and surrounding Northern Virginia areas under EPSDT, and Blossom accepts all major Virginia Medicaid plans — so your family can access in-home and center-based therapy without out-of-pocket costs.
Getting started with ABA therapy in Hampton
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Just tell us about your child. No forms to dread, no pressure, just a real conversation.
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Including Medicaid and Cardinal Care, so you know exactly what to expect before anything begins.
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Not just their diagnosis, their personality, their strengths, what makes them light up.
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On your schedule, in the space where your child already feels safe.
Hampton parent reviews
Rachel M. — Phoebus, Hampton, VA
From our first phone call, Blossom made us feel supported. They explained our insurance, answered every question, and matched our son with a therapist who has been patient, encouraging, and consistent. Having therapy at home has been a great fit for our family.
Chris & Amanda L. — Buckroe, Hampton, VA
We were looking for a provider that truly understood our child's needs, and Blossom has exceeded our expectations. Our BCBA stays in regular contact, our therapist is dependable, and we appreciate how personalized every session feels.
Jessica T. — Fox Hill, Hampton, VA
The insurance process was much easier than we expected. Blossom verified our Cardinal Care benefits before we started and kept us updated the whole way through. The communication has been outstanding, and everyone has been incredibly kind.
Michael D. — Northampton, Hampton, VA
As a military family, scheduling and insurance were big concerns for us. Blossom was flexible, responsive, and helped us understand our coverage options. Our therapist has become someone our daughter is excited to see every week.
Lauren S. — Wythe, Hampton, VA
What stood out most was how much the team wanted to learn about our child before therapy even began. They built sessions around his interests, and we've appreciated having the same therapist each week. It feels like a true partnership.
David & Nicole P. — Phoebus, Hampton, VA
After speaking with several ABA providers, Blossom was the one that took the time to listen. The entire onboarding process was smooth, communication has been excellent, and in-home therapy has worked perfectly for our family's routine. We'd absolutely recommend them to other Hampton parents.
Neighborhoods within Hampton
Areas we serve in and around Hampton
