An Autism diagnosis is the first step to accessing therapy services, but why? This article answers that question and offers guidance for getting started.
In honor of Women's History Month, we're celebrating some remarkable female pioneers in behavioral health! From leaders in psychology to experts in human behavior their work is nothing short of groundbreaking.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is an evidence-based therapy option that has been scientifically shown to help children on the Autism Spectrum reach developmental milestones and catch up to their peers in key areas like communication, social skills, and fine and gross motor skills. When a child receives …
We recently had the privilege of attending the Iowa State University People to People Career Fair, where we met some great young people exploring career opportunities in behavioral health. This post will answer some of the most common questions we received, explore the field of …
We’re breaking down some of the common myths and misconceptions about Autism. MYTH: Autism is a mental illness.FACT: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder developed in a child’s brain before they are born. MYTH: Everyone with Autism is the same.FACT: Autism is a …
Everyone loves Valentine’s Day, right? The elementary memories of stressing about which Valentine to give to your classmates, which cutesy saying might not embarrass us… Our children with ASD may feel those pressures and anxieties amplified. Valentine’s Day brings multiple potential triggers for our friends …
Winters in the Midwest are crazy, right? One week it’s 30 degrees with dry, but frozen, ground. The next we’re 15 inches deep in snow with a -32 windchill. The big question that seems to pop up every time we get snowed in is how …
“Sensory Seekers” is a phrase used to describe those whose sensory system craves more input than the average person. It’s a common trait in children with sensory processing disorders like ASD or ADHD. Sensory-seekers are often drawn to stimuli like loud noises, bright lights, fast …
