The Multidisciplinary Developmental Evaluation Clinic (M-DEC) at the University of Michigan Health System provides comprehensive diagnostic assessment of infants, toddlers and school-aged children with developmental concerns. Assessments are coordinated among Pediatric Neurology, Psychology, and Speech-Language Pathology (Lynn Driver).

The Abilities Center is the largest provider of children's therapy in the Metropolitan Detroit area. A comprehensive team of highly trained experts in occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, psychology, nutrition and other specialized therapies will work as a team to help your child. Our state-of-the-art, 8000 square foot facility offers the most comprehensive array of treatment approaches, designed to meet indivdualized needs of all children.

Individual provider of Applied Behavior Analysis and Verbal Behavior Services. Ability to work with various populations incuding Autism Spectrum Disorders, starting from age 15 months through adulthood.

Specialty areas include:

Functional behavior assessment
Behavioral intervention planning for aggressive, self-injurious, and other behaviors
Skill acquisition programming using Verbal Behavior methodologies: language acquisition, social interactions, play skills, academic improvement, toilet training and more
Individual family and academic consultation available. Willing to travel to patient homes as needed and requested by the family and needs of the patient.

BRAINS is an integrated multi-disciplinary team providing assessment, counseling, intervention, and other services to those struggling with neurodevelopmental, medical, mental health or other challenges. Occupational, Physical and Speech Therapy, Neuropsychology, Psychology, Social Work, Neurofeedback, Psychiatry, Individual and Group interventions, the CITY and MAPPS Program and other services.

Wishes and dreams do come true. Autism can be reversed.
ABA based tutoring in your home. Experienced. Expect results. C.A.I.R. is a non-profit organization.

CASD is a multi-disciplinary center servicing children with autism spectrum disorders ages 18 months to 18 years of age. Services include autism diagnostics, speech-language, occupational, nutritional, and vision therapies; as well as social skills groups, camp programs, and parent support groups. Programs utilizing both ABA and DIR/Floortime principles are offered.

In Home Support Services Available In and Around Michigan
Having a Certified Child Facilitator work with your child in their own playroom is a great way for you to see the techniques and principles of Son-Rise practiced in your own home. As a Certified Child Facilitator I can work with your child in your playroom while being observed, and/or videotaped, which is a great tool for future reference. I can do a Question and Answer session regarding my time in the playroom, and help with brainstorming games and themes for your team to bring into the playroom!

Support Services Available by Phone
One of the main principles of the Son-Rise Program is the idea that the key to learning is your child’s motivation With you on the phone I will help you to think of games and themes for your team to bring into the playroom based on your child’s current challenges and motivations. It’s a great way to learn how to challenge your child and optimize learning in a way that is fun and exciting for them as well as for you!

Susan Nelson
Certified Son–Rise Child Facilitator
(734)587-6264 or email me at jacobgift@gmail.com

Early intervention, birth to three

Children's Therapy Corner provides rehabilitation and therapeutic services for children in Midland and Traverse City, Michigan. Established in 1997, Children's Therapy Corner is dedicated to and specializes in providing a full array of intervention options and opportunities for families and their children with physical, sensory, cognitive and communication needs. Children's Therapy Corner's team of pediatric therapists and child developmental specialists are dedicated to assessing and developing an individualized, multidiscipline program that meets the unique needs of each child and family. Children's Therapy Corner as an agency offers P.L.A.Y. Project (Play and Language for Autistic Youngsters) Home Consultation services. This program is an early, intensive intervention program for young children with autism spectrum disorders.

Children's Therapy Corner provides therapeutic services and programming for children in Traverse City and Midland Michigan, including physical, occupational, speech-language and music therapies. Established in 1997, Children's Therapy Corner is dedicated to and specializes in providing a full array of intervention options and opportunities for families and their children with physical, sensory, cognitive and communication needs. Children's Therapy Corner's team of pediatric therapists and child developmental specialists are dedicated to assessing and developing an individualized, multidiscipline program that meets the unique needs of each child and family. Children's Therapy Corner as an agency offers P.L.A.Y. Project (Play and Language for Autistic Youngsters) Home Consultation services. This program is an early, intensive intervention program for young children with autism spectrum disorders.

Children's Therapy Corner is the alrgest provider of pediatric therapy services and programming in northern michigan, offering a comprhensive team of highly trained experts in occupational therapy, physical therapy and speech-language therapy. in addition to providing services in these areas we therapeutic programming for children including the P.L.A.Y. Project (Play and Language for Autistic Youngsters) and Therapeutic Listening. Our team values working together with families, offering a comprehensive array of treatment approaches that are designed to meet the individual needs of all children.

Children's Hospital of Michigan's Autism Center provides Comprehensive Evaluation including Neurology, Speech and Language and Psychological Examination. We have many treatment services including Behavioral Consultation for children of any age and any disability in the home or community, a center based Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention (EIBI) program for children ages 2-6 , and a Summer Camp for children ages 5-10 with special needs. Free and very low cost Educational Seminars are offered in the center or at a desired location for parents and educators. Please contact Geralyn DeBoard at GDeBoard@dmc.com for more programs and information.

Provides comprehensive services to children with autism.

Autism consultation and services in the greater Grand Rapids Michigan area.

The Early Intervention Center (EIC) is a non-profit organization that provides services for children diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. The EIC’s dedicated staff provides center-based services based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

Early On® Michigan is the system of early intervention services for infants and toddlers, birth to three years of age, with disabilities or delays, and their families. Early On is supported by funding from Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) through the Michigan Department of Education, Office of Early Childhood Education and Family Services.
Early On ensures that eligible children and families receive comprehensive, collaborative, family-centered, strength-based services. Early On supports families as families help their children to learn and grow.

We are a group of Board Certified Behavior Analysts and Limited Licensed Psychologists specializing in ABA therapy for children and adolescents. We also have SLP services available utilizing a behavioral framework for treatment.

The HOPE Center provides both center-based and outpatient treatment by licensed psychologists trained in the field of applied behavior analysis (ABA). Behavior analytic techniques effectively teach communication, play, and social interaction to children with autism. These interventions also successfully treat seemingly intractable behavior problems. The HOPE Center uses a family-focused approach, with behavior specialists and parents collaborating to provide individualized intervention. Treatment encompasses a broad array of ABA techniques, balancing adult-directed, discrete trial teaching with child-led, incidental teaching.

IS&CS is a provider of home based speech and language services. The goal of IS&CS is to help parents learn how to help their child. Each SLP associated with IS&CS is ASHA certified.