Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers | Valparaiso

At Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers Valparaiso, we understand that it can be difficult to know if your child needs speech therapy. Speech therapy is often recommended for autistic children as they may have difficulty communicating socially. If your child is very verbal, they may still need to work on communication skills like responding to questions, starting conversations, changing topics, using gestures, and understanding body language. Speech therapy is a critical part of early intervention and can help your child learn the skills needed to become more independent and confident. If your child is very quiet, speaks a few words, or doesn’t speak at all, they may need speech therapy. To learn more about speech therapy, check out our guide – a comprehensive resource on everything you need to know.

At Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers in Valparaiso, our speech therapists can help your child in various ways, from forming speech in a clearer way to understanding and responding to questions. We can also help with nonverbal skills such as signs or gestures, communicating thoughts and feelings clearly, discerning facial expressions and their corresponding emotions, noticing and understanding body language, and feeding and swallowing. Our ultimate goal is to help your child communicate effectively in all environments and to provide Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) if needed.

At Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers in Valparaiso, we specialize in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. ABA is rooted in the science of learning and behavior and its aim is to teach helpful skills that promote independence and reduce problematic or challenging behaviors. Our therapists are highly trained in ABA methods and can help children and adults improve their communication skills, social skills, and daily living skills. To find out more about ABA therapy and how it can benefit your family, check out our complete guide to everything you need to know about ABA therapy.

At Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers in Valparaiso, we understand it’s a big decision to make for your family when considering whether Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is the right choice for your child. We believe ABA has the potential to improve communication skills, introduce productive habits, and reduce harmful behaviors. However, it’s important to note that not all ABA providers have the same goals in mind. Some may look to “cure” autism, but at Hopebridge, we believe in providing high quality ABA therapy that doesn’t seek to “fix” children, make them appear “less autistic”, or change who they are. Instead, our goal is to help people learn all that they can so they can live to their potential while embracing their unique, individual personality traits. To learn more about ABA therapy and how Hopebridge can help you and your child, please check out our complete guide to starting and ending ABA therapy.

At Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers in Valparaiso, we understand how important it is to know the cost of ABA therapy services. Generally, ABA is covered by insurance if your child has an autism diagnosis, as it is the only diagnosis most insurance plans will authorize treatment for. To ensure that ABA therapy is covered under your specific plan, we recommend checking with your insurance provider and confirming that your provider is in-network. To help you better understand all the details about ABA therapy, check out our comprehensive guide for all the information you need.