ABCD, Inc. is a multidisciplinary group practice established in 1977 as a resource for parents, educators, physicians, and other specialists working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. Professional services are available in the areas of clinical psychology, educational psychology, psychiatry, and speech/language pathology. All ABCD professionals have extensive training and expertise in assessing and treating children and adolescents. As a private endeavor, ABCD is distinctive in that it provides comprehensive professional service in a setting that encourages collaboration, communication, and continuity.

ADC-Pathways to Employment strives to promote and create employment opportunities for people with disabilities, focusing on their skills and abilities

Something different: I am an autistic adult who works with autistic children on play skills and self advocacy, regardless of apparent communication level. Through a stepwise process the child and I can work with the family to improve communication that works FOR the child. Play skills, turn taking, IEP support, babysitting/respite, and some academic tutoring (depending on subject) are also available.

I also do the speaking gig thing, as requested. Topics include self advocacy, growing up autistic, a sensory integration simulation, and others.

Home, school and community based behavioral intervention services for children and families living with autism and related disorders.

Diagnostic services, ABA program consultation, speech-language assessment and intervention, behavior consultation, individual and family therapy, social skills groups, school consultation, and professional training.

we are a parent founded, all volunteer, biomedical support group. We have an on-line listserve for WA state parents who are engaged in or seeking to begin biomedical, dietary, or other interventions for their children on the autism spectrum. As parents, we can share information on medical and therapy providers who we feel have been helpful to our families. There is no charge to be in our group, parents only.

The Autism Center offers social skills groups for clients with Asperger syndrome and autism spectrum disorders. Social skills groups are used to teach children pivotal social skills, increase their sense of affiliation with others, and improve self-esteem. All groups are moderated by Autism Center staff.

The Autism Society of Washington is a non-profit organization that provides resources and referrals as well as advocacy for children and adults on the spectrum and their families, as well as professionals who work with them. We link with individuals, families, educators, physicians, law enforcement and other first responders and community members to improve awareness of autism issues and advocate for better services and supports in our state that assist individuals with being welcomed, productive members of their community. We also sponsor an annual conference bringing speakers from around the country to share their knowledge and information.

Neurofeedback is being used to help individuals with stress, ADD, depression, migraines and other conditions related to brain function by training the brain through the use of computers rather than medication.

Children's hospital has been caring for kids for over 90 years. As the premier pediatric referral center for the Pacific Northwest, we're recognized as one of the top three children's hospitals in the country by Child Magazine. That's why we're proud to say "No one knows children like Children's!"

Broad-based child, adolescent, and adult psychology with special interest in evaluation and treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Sign Language can often be used by Autistic children and adults as a way to communicate needs and feelings. Our DVD, Sign Language for Everyone, has received many awards as well as thank you letters from those with Autistic children who said that the fun style of the show kept their child entertained and fairly focused.

At CLASS, Inc., a team of highly trained professionals are dedicated to the treatment of children with autism spectrum disorders, langauge delays, and speech delays.

CLASS, Inc serves children 0-12 years of age. Our primary focus is on functional language development and communication skills, feeding skills, oral motor skills, the treatment of apraxia and other motor-speech disorders are addressed as needed. CLASS Inc. owns many sophistocated voice-output communication devices that allow children who are severely involved to try out alternative methods of communication in a supportive environment without large out-of-pocket expense.

At CLASS, Inc., we believe that therapy must be fun as well as functional. To that end, our clinic has a wealth of fun activities including a gross motor room equiped with trampoline, swing and slides, an on staff music therapist, sensory pits and toys galore.

Behavior consulting, functional behavior assessments, behavior modification, etc.

At Washington DVR, we believe that every person who wants to work can, and that working helps people become independent and successful. Each DVR office throughout the state is committed to offering a welcoming environment and providing the information and support necessary for people with disabilities to direct and receive the goods and services in a way that makes the most sense for them.

In Washington, there are a growing number of people requesting DVR services and we are doing everything we can to serve the greatest number of people possible. During the previous year, DVR employees were able to accept many more applications, write many more employment plans, and help many more people with disabilities go to work than anticipated, which is great!

Unfortunately, because of declining resources and rising costs, DVR does not have enough resources to serve every eligible person immediately and there is a waiting list for services. DVR is working hard to keep the waiting time to a minimum and to help people begin their journey to employment as quickly as possible.

I am very proud of the services and programs DVR has to offer. See how these services work in the success stories we have highlighted, and you will see why we do this work. It makes a difference.

Dr. Harrell, FRIPH is a researcher in the field of sleep medicine and autism. His doctoral degree is in molecular biology; he is not a medical doctor. Harrell serves as Innovation Research Director and as such is investigating new technologies 5 to 10 years down the road. Additionally, Harrell is pursuing a second doctorate, this time in the field of public health-epidemiology. Sleep disordered breathing (SDB) and autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) are both growing public health concerns. Harrell is researching sleep problems in children with ASD. Of specific interest are: (1) sleep fragmentation in children with ASD as well as other members of the household; (2) public health and epidemiology of sleep disorders (SD) and sleep problems (SP), especially in those with ASD; (3) molecular activity of SDs and SPs in ASD; (4) social and behavioral dimensions of SDs and SPs in ASD and other members of the household; (5) autonomic activity relating to SDs and SPs.

Elaine Duncan, M.A. is a specialist in the field of autism spectrum disorders. With a master's degree in psychology/mental health counseling, a 20-year-career in human resources/recruiting, and 3+ years in autism spectrum disorders, she provides vocational/transitional services, social skills groups for teens and adults, individual and family counseling, and Asperger's Syndrome screenings. Call for free 30-minute telephone consultation.

Neurofeedback is being used to help individuals with stress, ADD, depression, migraines and other conditions related to brain function by training the brain through the use of computers rather than medication.