Independent Living, Inc. Pediatrics | Wesley Chapel

At Independent Living, Inc. Pediatrics in Wesley Chapel, we understand the importance of speech therapy for autistic children. We recommend that all children with autism receive speech therapy, even if they seem very verbal and say a lot of words. Speech therapy helps develop communication skills such as responding to questions, starting or ending conversations, changing conversation topics, and understanding body language. It is critical to provide speech therapy to autistic children during their early intervention period as this helps them become more independent and confident individuals. If you have any questions about speech therapy for your child, our team at Independent Living, Inc. Pediatrics can provide you with the answers and resources you need.

At Independent Living, Inc. Pediatrics in Wesley Chapel, we understand the importance of effective communication in children. That’s why our speech therapy services strive to help children communicate across all environments. Our experienced therapists can help your child with a variety of communication needs, such as nonverbal skills, forming speech in a clearer way, communicating thoughts and feelings, understanding and responding to questions, discerning facial expressions, noticing and understanding body language, and feeding and swallowing. Contact us today to learn more about how our speech therapy can help your child.

Independent Living, Inc. Pediatrics in Wesley Chapel offers Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to help children and adults learn to improve their communication skills, social skills, and daily living skills. ABA is a science-based approach that offers a comprehensive guide to understanding and addressing problematic behaviors. With ABA, the primary goal is to teach helpful skills to promote independence and reduce harmful behaviors. Contact Independent Living, Inc. Pediatrics to learn more about the benefits of ABA therapy.

At Independent Living, Inc. Pediatrics in Wesley Chapel, we understand that deciding whether or not to pursue Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for your child is a big decision. We have a comprehensive guide to help you begin and complete this process. It is important to remember that ABA therapy should focus on teaching communication skills, introducing helpful habits, and reducing unwanted behaviors. It is not intended to “cure” autism or change the unique identity of the individual. Our goal is to help everyone reach their full potential while embracing their own personal qualities.