Autism Learning Partners | Putnam

At Autism Learning Partners | Putnam, we understand that it can be difficult to know if your child needs speech therapy. If your child is exhibiting any of the following signs, such as difficulty responding to questions, starting or ending conversations, changing conversation topics, or understanding other people’s body language, it might be time to talk to a professional about speech therapy. Early intervention is essential when it comes to language development, so it is important to get your child the help they need as soon as possible. Our complete guide to speech therapy can help you learn more about this important therapy and how it can benefit your child.

At Autism Learning Partners | Putnam, our goal is to provide the highest quality speech therapy services to help your child communicate effectively with others. With speech therapy, your child can learn to use gestures, simple signs, verbal speech and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). Our speech therapists will also provide guidance in nonverbal skills, forming speech in a clearer way, communicating thoughts and feelings clearly, understanding and responding to questions, discerning facial expressions and their corresponding emotions, noticing and understanding body language, and feeding and swallowing. With our help, your child can develop the skills to express themselves and engage with the world around them.

At Autism Learning Partners (Putnam), we are dedicated to educating the community about Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. ABA is a scientifically-based therapy that is used to help children and adults improve their communication skills, social skills, and daily living skills while also addressing any challenging behaviors. The primary goal of ABA therapy is to teach skills that support independence and reduce any negative behaviors. Our ABA guide provides all the information you need to know about this effective therapy.

At Autism Learning Partners | Putnam, we understand the importance of making the right decision for your family. That’s why we’ve put together a comprehensive guide to help you understand the ins and outs of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Our guide will help you understand how ABA therapy works and how it can help improve communication skills, introduce productive habits, and reduce harmful behaviors. We want to make sure you’re aware of potential pitfalls to watch out for when considering ABA therapy, like providers who look to “cure” autism. It’s important to remember that the goal of ABA therapy is to help individuals learn all that they can so they can live to their potential while embracing their unique, individual personality traits.