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Sensory-Friendly & Inclusive Events Happening Mid-October Through Mid-November 2026
Children Activities, Parent Education
Halloween & Fall Events Sensory-Friendly Halloween Party at Mokena Public Library 📅 Date: Saturday, October […]
When Should My Child See a Pediatric Physical Therapist? Signs Parents Often Miss
Parent Education, Physical Therapy
QUICK ANSWER Most parents know to watch for missed milestones like rolling, sitting, or walking […]
What Happens During a Virtual Autism Evaluation? A Step-by-Step Walkthrough for Parents
Wondering what actually happens during a virtual autism evaluation? Here’s a real look at each […]
Westside Partners with Mokena Parks & Recreation to Bring Communication Boards to Local Playgrounds
Children Activities, Opportunities
IN SHORT Westside Children’s Therapy has partnered with Mokena Parks & Recreation to install AAC […]
Westside Is Hiring for Project Hope: Evening and Saturday RBT and BCBA Positions Now Open
Human Resources, Opportunities
IN SHORT Westside is hiring RBTs and BCBAs for Project Hope, our evening and Saturday […]
Introducing Project Hope: Westside’s Commitment to Ending the ABA Waitlist
IN SHORT Project Hope is Westside Children’s Therapy’s initiative to expand ABA therapy into weekday […]
What Does Pediatric Therapy Cost Without Insurance?
ABA Therapy, Costs, Occupational Therapy, Parent Education, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy
QUICK ANSWER Without insurance, pediatric therapy sessions across OT, PT, speech, and ABA typically range […]
What to Do While You’re on a Waitlist for Pediatric Therapy
ABA Therapy, Insurance, Parent Education
QUICK ANSWER While you’re waiting for a spot to open up, stay in close contact […]
What Is Pediatric Counseling and Who Is It For?
QUICK ANSWER Pediatric counseling is a clinical service delivered by a mental health therapist trained […]
Serial Casting for Clubfoot: What Parents Should Know Before and After Treatment
QUICK ANSWER Serial casting is the first phase of the Ponseti method, the global standard […]
Sensory-Friendly & Inclusive Events Happening Mid-September Through Mid-October 2026
Children Activities, Parent Education
As summer fades into fall, Chicagoland offers a steady lineup of sensory-friendly and inclusive opportunities […]
Empowering Collaboration: Building a Stronger Interdisciplinary Care Team for Your Child
Why Collaboration Isn’t Automatic, Even With a Great Team It’s easy to assume that if […]