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November 7, 2023EducationABA, Autism, Educationby midwestautismcenter

The Evolution of ABA: Utilizing Neuropositivity and Positive Reinforcement

Since its development in the 1970s, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy has grown by leaps and bounds in ethics, training, and techniques. Previously promoted as a therapy option to help children on the Autism Spectrum become “indistinguishable” from their peers, modern-day clinicians (called Behavior Analysts …

November 3, 2023Education, Holidays, Tips & TricksAutism, Holiday, Parent Support, Parenting Tipsby midwestautismcenter

5 Tips for a Sensory-Friendly Thanksgiving

Holidays can be a joyous time spent with family and friends, but they can also be overwhelming for families with children on the Autism Spectrum. Thanksgiving especially, is a holiday that requires a lot from our senses. There are crowds of people, excessive noises, new …

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Sensory Friendly Halloween Party Waukee

Join us for a spooktacular in-person event at Midwest Autism & Therapy Center – Waukee! We’re bringing the fun with a sensory-friendly twist. Enjoy an evening of trick-or-treating, costumes, and activities, specially designed for children with sensory sensitivities. At Midwest, we understand that Halloween can be …

April 19, 2023EducationABA, Autism, Autism Center, Education, Parent Supportby midwestautismcenter

3 Tips for Choosing the Right Therapy Provider for Your Child

Especially for families that are new to the Autism community, finding the right resources for your child can be an incredibly overwhelming process. Not only have you just received a diagnosis that can be life-changing, but you’re probably feeling pressure when it comes to choosing …

April 17, 2023Announcements, CommunityAnnouncements, Autism, Autism Awareness, Autism Center, Community Partnerships, Newsby midwestautismcenter

Midwest Launches Partnership with Easter Seals to Create Employment Opportunities For Adults with Autism

Des Moines, IA, April 3, 2023: Midwest Autism & Therapy Centers, a local early-intervention therapy provider, has just launched a new partnership with Easter Seals designed to help create employment opportunities for adults on the Autism Spectrum. The collaboration comes just in time to kick …

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Grand Opening Woodbury Minnesota

Help us celebrate the grand opening of our first Minnesota therapy center! This event is free and open to the public, children are welcome. Take a tour, meet our staff, and learn more about the services we offer. Light fare will be provided.

April 10, 2023Announcements, MinnesotaAnnouncements, Autism, Autism Center, ClinicalUpdates, Newsby midwestautismcenter

Midwest Announces 2nd Minnesota Location

Midwest has officially committed their second Minnesota location! The newest office will be located in Edina, about 15 minutes outside of Minneapolis. This marks the organizations sixth center launch in two years. Like the brands’ other locations in Altoona, Ankeny, Waukee, West Des Moines, and …

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“How Does Sensory Input Impact Someone with Autism?” Lunch and Learn

Panel of Adults with Autism – Tyler Leech, Abby Niederhauser, Joel Wesselink, Marie Ugorek, and Brian Johnson, facilitated by Sue Askeland

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Team Payton Autism Awareness Walk

10-20 minute walk at South Park in Carlisle. Food provided by Q12 BBQ.

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“Sleep and Autism” Lunch and Learn

Presenters – Suzanne Bartlett Hackenmiller, M.D. and Todd Kopelman, Ph.D. Dr. Suzanne Bartlett Hackenmiller is an OB-Gyn and integrative physician and the parent of an adult son with autism. She splits her time between Iowa and Arizona seeing patients in person and via telehealth.” Dr. …