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

Is Screen Time Hindering Your Child’s Development?

Children Activities, Parent Education

Recommended screen time allowance: Children less than 18 months: Avoid use of screen media other than video-chatting Children 18-24 months: If choosing to introduce screen

Addressing Tactile Issues With ABA Therapy

Children Activities, Occupational Therapy, Parent Education

The role of a child is to play! Learning and knowledge is grounded in physical interaction with the world. When a child moves, they learn

Effective Home Exercises for Speech & Language Development

Children Activities, Language Development, Parent Education, Speech Therapy

From an early age, parents have a huge impact on their children’s speech and language development. As speech therapists, we get asked all the time:

What is Schroth Therapy for Scoliosis?

Physical Therapy, Scoliosis

Schroth therapy is a method of positioning, stretching and strengthening activities that are specifically designed to treat scoliosis. In the past, research has found that

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