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What Are the Benefits of Autism Therapy for My Child?
Autism Therapy can be effective in helping your child with a variety of behavioral and life skills issues. Benefits include:
- Better language and communication skills
- Learning social skills and making friends
- Managing emotions and behavioral self-control
- Reducing unwanted behavior, such as tantrums and defiance
- Increasing academic skills
- Developing essential daily life skills
- Preparing your child for the real world
How is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Diagnosed?
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can be diagnosed by a psychologist, developmental pediatrician, child psychiatrist, pediatric neurologist,
or other qualified physician. Making a diagnosis will often include the following:
- Descriptions of the child’s behavior and development provided by parents and caregivers
- Observations of the child’s behavior by one or more highly qualified professionals
- An Autism Diagnostic Evaluation, including standardized tests
- Behavioral criteria described in the Diagnostic Manual of the American Psychiatric Association
How is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Treated?
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is treated with a number of therapeutic approaches, including the following:
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Life Skills Behavioral Therapy
- Social and Interpersonal Skills Training
- Play Therapy
- Parent Training
- Behavioral Self-Management Training
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Family Therapy
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Our team of compassionate, dedicated, and experienced professionals are committed to helping your child reach their full potential.
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Why Choose Us?
For parents seeking help for their children with autism, we believe our professional practice is a great choice for several
extremely important reasons:
Experienced and Compassionate Professionals Working Together
We have assembled an outstanding group of experienced professionals who provide comprehensive help for children
with autism and related behavioral issues. Our team includes practitioners in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA),
as well as clinical psychologists and other behavioral and mental health professionals who work together to treat not just
autism, but the child as a “whole person.” Our neurodiversity-affirming therapy builds on each child’s strengths, instead of
focusing only on the child’s behavioral deficiencies.
Autism Diagnostic Evaluations
Our psychologists are experienced in providing Autism Diagnostic Evaluations. An accurate diagnosis of autism is essential
for a comprehensive understanding of your child’s abilities and challenges, and enables us to develop the best treatment plan.
Helpful Resources and Referrals
We are committed to helping parents find the best educational and legal services for their children. These resources include
special education advocates, special education lawyers, and special needs and trusts attorneys.
Help For Additional Behavioral Issues
Children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder are more likely than others to have additional behavioral issues, such as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Oppositional and Defiant Behavior
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Low self-esteem
- Learning problems and academic underachievement
- Sleep issues
- Eating disorders
Our team of clinical psychologists and other behavioral health professionals are experienced in treating these co-occurring
behavioral issues.
Help for the Entire Family
Living with a child with autism is often stressful for parents and siblings. Anxiety, depression, and marital problems are extremely
common. Our team of compassionate and experienced therapists and counselors are here to help. Our evidence-based therapy
services include:
- Behavior Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Supportive Psychotherapy
- Marriage and Family Counseling
- Stress Management Training
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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