7 Common Misconceptions of ABA Therapy

ABA Therapy, Children Activities

ABA therapy has developed into the most popular form of treatment for the symptoms of Autism. While ABA has been put in a negative light

What is Serial Casting & How Can It Help My Child?

Physical Therapy, Serial Casting

Serial casting is a non-invasive conservative method used to improve joint range of motion for a variety of diagnoses (toe walking, cerebral palsy, arthrogryposis, spina

RISE: Westside’s School-Readiness ABA Therapy Program for Kindergartners

ABA Therapy, Children Activities

You child has graduated from IGNITE. Now it is time to RISE to the next level. In IGNITE, your child with autism was given the

What does an ABA Therapy session look like?

ABA Therapy, Parent Education

ABA therapy sessions are tailored to each child's specific skills and interests. The below text is a real example of what part of a child’s

IGNITE: Westside’s school readiness ABA therapy program for preschoolers

ABA Therapy, Children Activities

Is your child not quite ready to be in a school setting all day? Let Westside IGNITE your child’s readiness to be ready! Pretty soon,

My toddler struggles with talking. Is speech therapy an option?

Speech Therapy

It’s never too early to look into speech therapy for your toddler. The earlier you can catch any signs of lack of development in certain

When To Stop ABA Therapy

ABA Therapy

My child is in ABA Therapy, how long will they be? The best time to start ABA therapy is early and between the ages of

In-Clinic Therapy vs. In-Home Therapy

ABA Therapy

Your family just learned that your child has an autism diagnosis. Now is the time to decide what your next course of action is, and

FOCUS: Westside’s Newest ABA Treatment Program

ABA Therapy

Building independence in the community It’s time to get FOCUSed! As the need for Westside’s services continues to grow, especially in ABA treatment, we are

11 Things to Consider When Choosing an ABA Provider

ABA Therapy

How your family and child are treated? It is important to find a therapist that both you and your child feel comfortable with and can

How Many ABA Therapy Hours Does My Child Need?

ABA Therapy, Parent Education

When a child is diagnosed with autism, the doctor may recommend Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, as research has shown this to be an effective

How Most Insurance Companies Cover ABA Therapy Services

ABA Therapy, Costs, Insurance

The most effective path for a family on Medicaid to receive ABA Therapy for their child with autism remains purchasing a private insurance plan during

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