Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers | Merrillville

At Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers of Merrillville, we understand how important it is to recognize when your child needs speech therapy. Speech therapy is often recommended for autistic children and can help them with social communication, responding to questions, starting and ending conversations, changing conversation topics, using gestures, and understanding body language. Early intervention is key for children with autism, so if your child is having difficulty with language development, it’s important to start speech therapy as soon as possible. If you’re wondering whether or not your child needs speech therapy, we suggest reading our guide to help you understand what speech therapy is, how it can benefit your child, and when to seek help.

At Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers Merrillville, our speech therapists can help your child communicate more effectively with the world around them. Through the use of verbal speech, gestures, signs, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), our dedicated team of professionals can help your child gain the skills to: better form speech, communicate thoughts and feelings, understand questions, discern facial expressions and body language, and even improve eating and swallowing. With Hopebridge, we strive to provide your child with the best speech therapy to help them on their journey of communication.

At Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers Merrillville, we specialize in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, a science-based treatment for individuals with autism. ABA therapy is designed to help improve communication, social skills and daily living skills, while also addressing challenging behaviors. Our goal is to help children and adults learn skills that will promote independence, and reduce harmful behaviors. We invite you to explore our complete guide for everything you need to know about ABA therapy.

At Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers Merrillville, we understand the complexities of making the right decision for your child’s therapy needs. We want to ensure families know the facts about Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and can make the best decision for their child. Our ABA therapy services are tailored to meet your child’s individual needs and focus on helping them learn in a way that best suits their unique personality traits. ABA therapy should not be used as a “cure” for autism, but rather as a way to improve communication skills and introduce productive habits. If you’re considering ABA therapy for your child, read our complete guide to starting and ending ABA therapy so you can make the best decision for your family.

At Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers in Merrillville, we understand that ABA therapy can be costly for families. Depending on your insurance plan, ABA may be covered for an autism diagnosis and you should confirm that the provider you seek care from is in-network. To help you make a more informed decision, we’ve created a comprehensive guide on understanding the cost of ABA therapy and how to get the most out of your insurance plan.