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We Care About Your Child’s Journey
We’re here to help your child with autism reach their full potential.
Getting Started With Autism Therapy
The journey toward reaching positive outcomes begins with an autism screening.
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Understanding Autism Diagnosis and Screenings
An autism diagnosis is a critical step in understanding your child’s unique needs and accessing the right resources. We’re here to guide you through the autism diagnosis process, helping you understand what it means for your child and how we can support them moving forward. We offer diagnostic services or are happy to connect you with a trusted provider in our network and help coordinate the next steps. No matter where you are in the process, we’re here to ensure you feel informed, supported, and confident about the path ahead.
We Care About Your Child With Autism
At Centria, we’re here to guide you through the autism diagnosis process, helping you understand what it means for your child and how we can support them moving forward.
Autism Screening
Autism screening is an essential step before a formal diagnosis. Screenings help identify children who may be at risk for autism and determine whether further evaluation is necessary.
Developmental Screenings
Developmental screenings typically occur during regular well-child visits with a pediatrician. These screenings assess your child’s growth and developmental milestones to identify any areas of concern.
Where Screenings Can Be Done
Screenings can be conducted in various settings, including your pediatrician’s office, schools or specialized clinics. If you have concerns about your child’s development, you can request a screening through your healthcare provider.
Parent or Guardian Request
As a parent or guardian, you have the right to request a developmental screening if you notice any signs of autism. Early screening can lead to earlier diagnosis and intervention, which can be crucial for your child’s development.
Overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Diagnosis
We offer a range of articles and videos to help you better understand your child’s unique needs.
How Centria Can Help
Centria Autism offers diagnostic evaluations in select markets. Our evaluations assess an individual’s skills across multiple areas of development, including communication, social skills and cognitive abilities. Information is gathered across multiple assessments to create a comprehensive diagnosis. Click here to get started.
What to Expect During Your Child’s Initial ABA Assessment
Initial Consultation
Your child’s ABA therapy journey begins with a thorough consultation, where our team will gather detailed information about their developmental history, behaviors and areas of concern. This consultation helps us tailor the assessment process to your child’s specific needs.
Observation and Interaction
During the initial assessment, our therapists will observe your child in various settings, such as at home or in a clinic, to better understand their behaviors, communication skills, and social interactions. These observations are crucial in creating an effective treatment plan.
Data Collection and Analysis
Our team collects data on your child’s behaviors, skills, and challenges throughout the assessment process. This data is then analyzed to identify patterns and areas of focus for an ABA therapy plan.
ABA Therapy: From Diagnosis to Treatment
Transitioning From Diagnosis to Therapy
Once your child has received an autism diagnosis, the next step is to begin ABA therapy. Our team will guide you through this transition, helping you understand the process and what to expect.
Long-Term Goals and Outcomes
ABA therapy is designed to achieve long-term positive outcomes for children with autism. Our focus is on helping your child develop essential life skills, improve communication, and enhance their social interactions.
Post-Assessment: Next Steps
After the initial assessment is conducted, the following steps are taken to begin ABA therapy.
Creating the Treatment Plan
Based on the assessment findings, our team will develop a personalized ABA treatment plan tailored to your child’s unique needs and goals. This plan outlines specific interventions, strategies and measurable objectives to track progress over time.
Family Involvement
We believe family involvement is key to successful ABA therapy. After the assessment, we work closely with you to ensure you understand the treatment plan and how to support your child’s development at home.
Ongoing Support and Adjustments
ABA therapy is a dynamic process that requires regular monitoring and adjustments. As your child progresses, we will continue to assess their needs and update the treatment plan to ensure it remains effective and aligned with their goals.
How Centria Supports Your Child’s Journey
At Centria, we are committed to providing continuous support throughout your child’s ABA therapy journey. From regular progress updates to ongoing adjustments to the treatment plan, we ensure that your child receives the best possible care.
We Are Here to Answer Any of Your Questions
Do you provide autism diagnoses?
Centria Autism has a team of Licensed Psychologists that provide diagnostic evaluations for children suspected of having Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Our evaluations focus specifically on areas related to ASD and assess an individual’s skills across multiple areas of development including communication, social skills, and cognitive abilities.
Services are available in select markets. To get started, click here and complete the form.
For markets where we do not offer services currently, our team of specialists can help connect you with a provider in your area that provides diagnostic evaluations.
Services are available in select markets. To get started, click here and complete the form.
For markets where we do not offer services currently, our team of specialists can help connect you with a provider in your area that provides diagnostic evaluations.
What assessments do you use for your diagnosis services?
When providing diagnostic evaluations, Centria’s team of Licensed Psychologists use information gathered across multiple assessments, including:
- Parent interviews/questionnaires
- Behavioral observations
- Standardized assessments (ex. cognitive assessments, developmental assessments, adaptive assessments)
- Autism-specific assessments (ex. ADOS-2, ADI-R)
What do I do if my child has been diagnosed with autism?
If your child has been diagnosed with autism then a next step would be to start the process to begin ABA therapy. At Centria Autism, we will work side-by-side with you and your insurance providers and physicians to verify insurance coverage, get insurance authorizations and have an assessment scheduled as quickly as possible.
How long will it take for my child to start ABA therapy?
Depending on your location, and time of day you will have ABA sessions, we can start in as little as two weeks. After the Initial Assessment and Treatment Plan are developed, your Client Service Manager will contact your Health Insurance provider and submit for ABA coverage. We will be working on finding you a Behavior Technician that meets the needs of your child. Also, your Supervising Clinician will supervise the treatment plan and Behavior Technician moving forward. Once all staff is in place, and the ABA coverage through the insurance provider is authorized, we are ready to start!
What is the M-Chat?
The Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers (M-Chat) is a screening tool that can be used to help determine if behaviors a child is showing could indicate that child has autism. The screener is not a formal diagnosis evaluation, and if you have any questions regarding the outcome of the screener, please consult with your physician as a formal diagnostic evaluation may be needed.