ACES | Santa Cruz

At ACES Santa Cruz, our guide to speech therapy for children will help you determine if your child needs speech therapy. We understand that many children with autism have difficulty with social communication, and so speech therapy is often recommended as a starting point for early intervention. Our guide covers topics such as responding to questions, starting or ending conversations, changing conversation topics, and understanding other people’s body language. It can be difficult to determine if your child needs speech therapy, but the earlier they receive it, the more likely they are to develop the language and communication skills they need to grow into confident and independent adults. Our guide will provide you with all the information you need to make an informed decision regarding speech therapy for your child.

At ACES in Santa Cruz, we understand that speech therapy can help your child in many ways. Our certified Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) can help your child develop verbal and nonverbal communication skills, learn to form speech clearly, communicate thoughts and feelings, understand questions, notice facial expressions and body language, and even improve feeding and swallowing. We are committed to providing the best care possible to help your child reach their fullest potential.

At ACES Santa Cruz, we specialize in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, a science-based approach to helping people improve their communication and social skills, as well as their daily living skills. With ABA therapy, the primary goal is to help individuals learn helpful skills to foster independence and reduce any challenging or problematic behaviors. Learn more about ABA therapy and its benefits with our comprehensive guide.

At ACES Santa Cruz, we understand the importance of making an informed decision when it comes to ABA therapy for your child. Our experienced team of experts is committed to providing you with the knowledge you need to make the best decision for your family. We believe in providing high-quality ABA therapy that focuses not on “curing” autism, but rather on helping children learn to their full potential while embracing their unique identity. To help you make an informed decision, we have created a comprehensive guide to starting and ending ABA therapy. We are here to provide you with the support and resources you need to make the right choice for your child.

At ACES Santa Cruz, we understand that ABA therapy can be expensive and it’s important to know the cost before committing. ABA is usually covered by insurance if you have an autism diagnosis. Always check with your specific insurance plan to confirm that ABA is covered for your child’s diagnoses and that the provider you are seeking care at is in-network. If you’re looking for more information about ABA therapy costs, our complete guide can help you make an informed decision. Read our guide to learn more about ABA therapy costs and how to make sure you get the most out of your insurance benefits.