BY YOUR SIDE – Autism Therapy Services in Plainfield, IL, has been dedicated to meeting the needs of individuals and families on the autism spectrum across our many centers since 2009. We understand that autism is a complex disorder, and effective treatment requires a comprehensive approach specifically designed to meet the needs of the individual, as well as the family.
Our multidisciplinary program includes ABA, occupational, and speech-language therapies, as well as family services. Our dedicated team has expertise in the core areas commonly impacted in autism: communication, social interaction, behavior, and sensory processing. We also offer our comprehensive approach in a variety of settings – center-based, in-home, and in the community.
Families looking for ABA therapy in Plainfield, IL can expect a program that is built around each child. At BY YOUR SIDE, therapy is not one-size-fits-all. Every child with autism spectrum disorder has different strengths, needs, and goals, and our team plans care around those differences from the start.
The process begins with an intake and diagnostic evaluation. During this step, the clinical team learns about the child’s communication, behavior, learning style, and daily routines. This helps guide the next steps and allows the ABA therapist to build a plan that fits both the child and the family.
From there, individualized ABA treatment plans are created. These evidence-based autism therapy plans focus on practical skills that support daily life. This may include building communication skills, improving social skills, and reducing challenging behavior that may affect learning, well-being, or daily routines. Therapy may also include techniques like discrete trial training, along with other ABA techniques that support steady progress.
Each child works closely with a registered behavior technician under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Together, they use positive reinforcement and structured ABA intervention to teach new skills step by step. Progress is tracked daily, and goals are updated as the child grows and develops.
Parents and caregivers are a key part of this process. We work closely with families so they can carry strategies into everyday life. This support helps children continue learning outside of sessions and builds consistency across home, school, and other environments.
At BY YOUR SIDE, families have access to several therapy settings, allowing care to match the child’s needs and daily life. This flexibility is an important part of effective autism support services.
In our center-based ABA therapy setting, children take part in structured sessions designed to support learning, communication, and social interaction. This environment allows for focused work on skills with guidance from a pediatric ABA therapy team.
For families who benefit from care at home, our in-home ABA therapy allows therapists to work within daily routines. This may include support during meals, playtime, or transitions. Practicing skills in the home can make it easier for children to apply what they learn in real situations.
There are also community-based sessions designed to give children the chance to use their skills in everyday settings. This may include practicing communication, behavior, and social interaction in familiar places. These experiences help build confidence and support real-life progress.
Having access to multiple settings allows children to build skills in one environment and use them in another. This approach helps support long-term development across school, home, and the community.
Our Plainfield location serves as a local resource for families seeking ABA services and related care throughout the southwest suburbs. We support children and families in areas including Bolingbrook, Joliet, Shorewood, and surrounding communities.
Regular attendance plays an important part in progress, and a convenient location helps families balance school, work, and appointments. Plus, having access to a nearby center makes it easier for families to stay consistent with therapy.
Our team works with each child to support development across key areas, including communication, behavior, and daily living skills. When appropriate, services may also be coordinated with speech therapy for autism, or occupational therapy, and other supports to address a child’s full range of needs.
By offering services close to home along with flexible care options, we help families stay engaged in treatment and maintain steady progress. This early intervention approach supports both the child’s development and the family’s ability to stay involved throughout the process.
23909 W. Renwick Road, Suite 105, Plainfield, IL 60544
Also serving: Shorewood, Bolingbrook, Joliet, Romeoville, Crest Hill, Lockport, Oswego, Minooka, Channahon, and more!
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