Sensory Tools in Annapolis, MD: A Resource Guide for Practitioners and Parents
A curated directory of occupational therapy clinics, sensory gyms, ABA providers, and therapy centers in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County for practitioners and parents.
Annapolis sits on the Chesapeake Bay at the mouth of the Severn River — Maryland's capital, home to the United States Naval Academy, and a city whose compact downtown belies a deep healthcare infrastructure. Anne Arundel County's population has grown steadily past 600,000, and with it a robust network of occupational therapists, physical therapists, ABA providers, and school-based counselors. The Naval Academy and St. John's College bring a transient military and academic population whose families rely on local therapy services. Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center anchors the county's hospital-based rehabilitation, while a dense cluster of private pediatric OT, PT, and ABA practices fills the corridors between Annapolis, Severna Park, and Crofton. Below you'll find a curated list of local providers offering therapy and sensory support across the county.
Local Clinics & Sensory Resources in Annapolis
Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center – Rehabilitation
Anne Arundel County's primary hospital system providing outpatient occupational therapy, physical therapy, hand therapy, and neurological rehabilitation across multiple campuses.
Chesapeake Occupational Therapy Associates
Pediatric OT practice on Forest Drive specializing in sensory integration, fine motor coordination, handwriting programs, feeding therapy, and social skills groups for children across Anne Arundel County.
Children at Play – Pediatric Occupational Therapy
Annapolis-based pediatric OT clinic using a sensory integration approach to treat children with sensory processing differences, developmental delays, and coordination challenges.
Parker Place Children's Health & Wellness Center
Pediatric practice in Annapolis offering occupational therapy, feeding therapy, and wellness services for children with sensory and developmental needs.
Acorn Health – Annapolis ABA Center
Clinic-based and in-home ABA therapy provider serving children with autism in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County, offering individualized behavior plans and parent training.
Proud Moments ABA – Annapolis
ABA therapy provider helping children with autism develop communication, social, and daily living skills through in-home and community-based services across Anne Arundel County.
Anne Arundel County Public Schools – Special Education
County school system serving over 85,000 students with school-based OT, PT, counseling, and special education services through IEP and 504 programs across 130+ schools.
Pathfinders for Autism
Maryland-based nonprofit maintaining county-specific resource guides, provider directories, support groups, and sensory-friendly event listings for families navigating autism services in Anne Arundel County.
Practitioner Associations & Community Groups
Annapolis practitioners and families benefit from strong state and regional networks. The Maryland Occupational Therapy Association (MOTA) provides continuing education and advocacy with active participation from Anne Arundel County clinicians. The Maryland Physical Therapy Association connects local PTs with legislative advocacy and professional development. Pathfinders for Autism maintains one of the most comprehensive county-level resource directories in the state, covering providers, support groups, and sensory-friendly events. The Autism Society of Maryland operates regional programming connecting families with evaluations and service navigation. The Naval Academy and military installations in the county bring TRICARE-covered families who rely on off-base therapy networks — creating a practitioner base experienced with military family transitions. Anne Arundel County's Department of Health provides early intervention services through Maryland's Infants and Toddlers Program (Part C), connecting families of children under 3 with developmental evaluation and therapy referrals. The Kennedy Krieger Institute in nearby Baltimore offers specialized neuropsychological and behavioral services that Anne Arundel families frequently access.
Beast Putty in Annapolis
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