Resources for your family’s journey
Navigating a new autism diagnosis or exploring the spectrum often leads to many questions.We have curated a library of trusted information to help you understand the unique approach to therapy and support. Our mission is to empower your family with the knowledge needed to take the next step with complete peace of mind.
Screening and clinical evaluations
Identifying developmental shifts early is a core part of the mission to provide faster support. We offer screening tools and in-person assessments to clarify your child’s roadmap and determine the best path forward.
Guide to understanding autism
Autism spectrum disorder uniquely shapes how a child interacts with their world.We believe that when a family truly understands the spectrum, they gain the power to unlock their child’s full potential through our specialized care.
The Complete Guide to ABA Success
Our specialized approach to Applied Behavior Analysis uses proven research to help your child master the communication and social skills they need for a lifetime of independence.
Financial Support and Insurance Navigation
We understand that managing therapy costs is a top priority for your family. Our team is here to walk you through every funding and coverage option so your child can begin their journey smoothly.
Scientific autism research
Foundational studies on ABA therapy
- Cohen, H., Amerine-Dickens, M., & Smith, T. (2006). Early Intensive Behavioral Treatment: Replication of the UCLA Model in a Community Setting. Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, 27(2 Suppl), S145–S155.
Read more - Lovaas, O. Ivar (1987). Behavioral Treatment and Normal Educational and Intellectual Functioning in Young Autistic Children. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 55(1), 3–9.
Read more - McEachin, J. J., Smith, T., & Lovaas, O. I. (1993). Long-term outcome for children with autism who received early intensive behavioral treatment. AJMR, 97(4), 359–391.
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Meta-analyses and comparative research
class=””>Peters-Scheffer, N., Didden, R., Korzilius, H., & Sturmey, P. (2011). A Meta-Analytic Study on the Effectiveness of Comprehensive ABA-Based Early Intervention Programs for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 5 (11), 60-69. Read more
Roberts, J., et al. (2011). A Randomised Controlled Trial of Two Early Intervention Programs for Young Children with Autism: Centre-Based with Parent Program and Home-Based. Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 5(4), 1553-1566.
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Reviews and evaluations of ABA effectiveness
Recommended autism websites
Essential reading for your journey
- Let Me Hear Your Voice: A Family’s Triumph over Autism by Catherine Maurice
- The Way I See It: The Way I See It: A Personal Look at Autism & Asperger’s by Dr. Temple Grandin
- How to Think Like a Behavior Analyst: Understanding the Science That Can Change Your Life by Jon Bailey and Mary Burch
- An Early Start for Your Child with Autism: Using Everyday Activities to Help Kids Connect, Communicate, and Learn by Sally Rogers, Geraldine Dawson, and Laurie Vismara
- Ten Things Every Child with Autism Wishes You Knew by Ellen Notbohm and Veronica Zysk
- Thinking Person’s Guide to Autism: Everything You Need to Know from Autistics, Parents, and Professionals by Shannon Des Roches Rosa, Jennifer Byde Myers, Emily Willingham, and Carol Greenberg
- The Reason I Jump: The Inner Voice of a Thirteen-Year-Old Boy With Autism by Naoki Higashida
- Uniquely Human: A Different Way of Seeing Autism by Barry M. Prizant
- 101 Games and Activities for Children With Autism, Asperger’s and Sensory Processing Disorders by Tara Delaney
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