Easterseals Southern California Child Development Center | Escondido

At Easterseals Southern California Child Development Center in Escondido, we understand that it can be difficult to know if your child needs speech therapy. If your child is autistic, speech therapy is almost always recommended as many people with autism have difficulty with social communication. Even if your child is very verbal and speaks a lot of words, they may need to work on communication skills such as responding to questions, starting or ending conversations, changing conversation topics, using gestures like pointing, and understanding other people’s body language. Speech therapy is an important part of early intervention for autistic children and is usually the starting place for recently diagnosed kids. Our comprehensive guide to speech therapy can help you understand if your child needs speech therapy and learn effective ways to communicate which will help them grow into more independent and confident individuals. Visit our website to learn more about the benefits of speech therapy at Easterseals Southern California Child Development Center in Escondido.

At Easterseals Southern California Child Development Center in Escondido, our speech therapists provide assessment and treatment that can help your child improve their communication skills. We specialize in helping children develop their nonverbal skills, form speech more clearly, understand and respond to questions, discern facial expressions and the corresponding emotions, recognize body language, and improve feeding and swallowing. We also have expertise in helping children who stutter. Our goal is to help your child communicate effectively with others across all environments.

At Easterseals Southern California Child Development Center in Escondido, we understand the importance of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy and the positive effect it has on the development of children and adults. ABA Therapy is rooted in the science of learning and behavior and uses principles to help adults and children learn to strengthen communication, social, and daily living skills, as well as reduce any problematic or challenging behaviors. Our team of experienced professionals is here to help guide you through the process of understanding ABA Therapy, and how it can be used to promote independence and help your loved one reach their potential.

At Easterseals Southern California Child Development Center in Escondido, we understand that ABA therapy can be costly and have put together a guide to help you understand how much ABA therapy may cost. ABA is usually covered by insurance if you have an autism diagnosis; however, it is important to check with your specific insurance plan to determine if ABA is covered under your plan and if the provider you are seeking care from is in-network. We have provided a comprehensive guide to ABA therapy so you can make informed decisions about your child’s care. If you have any questions, our team at Easterseals Southern California Child Development Center in Escondido is here to help.