SOCIAL SKILLS GROUP IN SNOQUALMIE
Katie Ramsburgh, MA, LMFTA, marriage and family therapist associate, located in Snoqualmie, is offering a social skills group for children with ADHD and Aspergers. Sliding scale fee schedule. Contact Katie at (425) 988-4408 or kramsburgh@gmail.com
JENNIFER JOHNS, MA, CCC-SLP IN SNOHOMISH
Jennifer Johns is a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist practicing in Snohomish with experience working with children on the Autism spectrum. Snohomish Speech and Language, 629 Avenue D, Snohomish, 98290, (425) 268-4118 or www.snohomishsl.com
ADVANTAGE LEARNING GROUP
Advantage Learning Group in Snohomish, WA, specializes in helping individuals in need of behavioral services using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Each intervention is tailored to meet the person’s unique needs. BCBA. For more information, contact info@advantagelearninggroup.com or (206) 200-0719 or visit https://www.advantagelearninggroup.com/seattle/index.php
SCREENING FOR AUTISM
The First Signs website, http://www.firstsigns.org, includes information on early warning signs of ASD and recommended screening tools for Developmental/Behavioral Screening, Autism Screening, and Asperger's Syndrome/High Functioning Autism Screening.
AUTISM RED FLAGS VIDEO CLIPS
Glossary, http://www.autismspeaks.org/video/glossary.php containing over a hundred video clips available free of charge. The video clips are designed to help parents and professionals learn more about the early red flags and diagnostic features of autism spectrum disorders. All of the children featured in the ASD Video Glossary as having red flags for ASD are, in fact, diagnosed with ASD.
SACARIN LISTENING, MOVEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER FOR NEURO-COGNITIVE GROWTH
Liliana Sacarin, M.S., R.C. advises parents on auditory training techniques effective for their child, creating individualized programs integrating Tomatis Listening with Movement to facilitate learning. Speech-Language and OT services are also available at the Sacarin Center. Contact Lilliana Sacarin at (206) 522-8873 or lsacarin@sacarin.com or visit www.sacarin.com
A.P.P.L.E. CONSULTING
A.P.P.L.E. Consulting offers an affordable, quality intervention program for children with autism based on behavior analysis. Providers come to you. Microsoft Premera Autism Benefit, DDD, and TriCare ECHO & Autism Demonstration provider. School consultations, independent educational evaluations, trainings and workshops. Allison Lowy Apple, PhD, BCBA-D, (425) 765-5761, lowyap@comcast.net or www.appleconsultingservices.com.
SOCIAL BEHAVIOR COMMUNICATION TRAINING for all ages
Free screening for Autism and Asperger is offered at the Open Door Autism Clinic in OLYMPIA. Individuals are invited to join social skill cognitive training groups of three or four peers to learn social interaction skills based upon the work of Michelle Garcia-Winner. Most groups meet weekly and are facilitated by Patty Gee, M. Ed, Registered Counselor. Call (360) 888-0660 for an appointment or visit www.opendoorautism.com
ASPIRING YOUTH (formerly Ryther Outdoor Leadership Program)
Activity-based social skills groups work on friendship skills, frustration tolerance, and flexible problem-solving. All groups operate on an 8 week cycle. Summer enrollment begins March 8. Groups are $50 per 1.25 hour group. Variety of age groups and locations.
Contact Ben Wahl, Director, at (206) 517-0222 or benw@ryther.org or visit http://www.aspiringyouth.net
CARE CLINIC
CARE Clinic (Clinical services, Assessment, Research, and professional Education) at the University of Washington, College of Education opened this month. The clinic, under the direction of Dr. Julie Osterling, serves individuals from infancy through adulthood who have neurodevelopmental disorders (including autism spectrum, ADHD, learning disability, and developmental delays), their families, partners, and children. Please call (206) 897-1603 or email careclin@u.washington.edu
LEARNING AND LANGUAGE CLINIC
The Learning and Language Clinic in Seattle provides comprehensive, innovative, research-based diagnostic and intervention services for children and adolescents (grades K-12) who face learning and language challenges.. http://www.learninglanguageclinic.org
AUTISM SERVICE DOGS OF AMERICA
A non-profit, community based organization that provides uniquely trained service dogs to children living with autism and their families. The placement of a dog with the child enables the child and family to increase their mobility and socialization as a family, and the child individually. In most cases the dog accompanies the child at all times when the child leaves home. The dog goes to school with the child and the presence of the dog calms the child, reduces emotional outbursts and serves as a positive social link for the child to their home, school and community. Located in Lake Oswego, Oregon http://autismservicedogsofamerica.com
CANINE COMPANIONS FOR INDEPENDENCE
A national nonprofit organization that enhances the lives of children and adults with disabilities by providing highly-trained assistance dogs and ongoing support to ensure quality partnerships. Seattle-based chapter. http://www.cciseattle.org
LEAH E. ALTEMEIER, PH.D. SEATTLE
Licensed psychologist providing diagnostic assessment for ASD, AD/HD, dyslexia and other learning disabilities. Also provides testing that meets College Board requirements for accommodations on the SAT and for college. Therapy services for children through college-age individuals with Asperger’s and High-functioning Autism. Focus areas include stress and anxiety management, self-esteem and social skills, and executive functioning. 753 North 35th Street Suite 208 Seattle, WA, (206) 295-7974 or leahaltemeier@yahoo.com.
DYNAMIC BALANCE
Individual, group, and family counseling building mindfulness an resilience in families touched by autism. Experiential-behavioral family therapy, mindful parenting, parent empowerment, sibling support, grief counseling. Contact Marya Laviste, MA at (206) 422-4451, 216 NE 175th St, Shoreline.
LAKESIDE CENTER FOR AUTISM IN ISSAQUAH
Providing therapy for individuals up to 18 years of age. Offering Preschool, Family Support, Individual Therapy, Educational programs, multi-modal approaches including principles of Floortime, ABA, RDI, SCERTS and sensory integration. Lakeside Center for Autism, 1871 NW Gilman Blvd. Suite 2, Issaquah, (425) 657-0620 or Rebecca@lakesideautism.com or visit www.lakesideautism.com
STEPS – SUCCESS THROUGH EDUCATION PLAY AND SUPPORT
Located in Seattle, STEPS is a consulting company that offers early intervention services for young children with autism. STEPS works with families to provide comprehensive services including, individualized home programming, social skills groups, community outings, and trainings/workshops for families and professionals.
If interested, contact Shane Herriott, M.Ed., BCBA at shane@autismsteps.com or Heather Wallace, M.Ed., BCBA at heather@autismsteps.com or by phone (206) 829-9328. Visit www.autismsteps.com
SOCIAL SKILLS WITH A MUSICAL BEAT
Music classes taught by a Board Certified Music Therapist for toddlers and preschoolers and their parents. Fee: $60 divided by the number of families attending. Contact Wendy Zieve, MA, MT-BC, (206) 542-5808, wzieve@comcast.net, or visit www.wendyzieve.com For more on music therapy, visit http://www.musictherapywa.org
THERAPEUTIC SOCIAL LEARNING GROUPS
For children ages 8 - 13 with a range of abilities. Eastlake Ave. East in Seattle, plus new location in Shoreline. Taking in new members to current expand groups. Contact Jean Gant, M.Ed., M.A. at (206) 501-9404, GantJ_750@msn.com.
SEATTLE CHILDREN’S AUTISM CENTER
In conjunction with Seattle Children’s Hospital, the Seattle Children’s Autism Center offers families of and people with autism, a comprehensive and coordinated array of services including diagnostic evaluation and treatment. Their multidisciplinary team includes experts in the field of autism from developmental pediatrics, neurology, psychiatry, sleep medicine, gastroenterology, genetics, and research. 4909 - 25th Ave NE, Seattle. (206) 987-8080.
UW AUTISM CENTER EXPANDED SERVICES
The UW Autism Center is expanding the services they provide to include services for young adults to age 25. Now you can contact them if you want help with talking about the diagnosis with your child, working with your child to develop self-awareness and self-acceptance of their unique strengths and challenges. They are also offering short-term help managing your child’s behaviors, increasing language and communication, and leisure skills. Call (206) 221-6806 if you are interested in these services.
JIGSAW LEARNING
Offering independent education evaluations, school district trainings, support, and consultative services, clinical services, ABA home programs for early intervention and school-aged students, workshops and remote consultation services. Emphasis on school and home-based programs. Jigsaw Learning, 2815 Eastlake Ave E #300, Seattle. For more information and a free consultation, call Manya Vaupel at (206) 336-5618 or manya@jigsawlearning.com
BMAC ABA THERAPY
BMAC has provided behavior management and consultation services for over ten years. Now they are providing Educational Intervention Services (a.k.a. ABA Therapy) for young people affected by ASDs at their Mountlake Terrace Learning Center. For details, contact Marisa Cooper at marisa.cooper@gentiva.com or (425) 672-9219.
PACE PLACE – EMOTIONAL REGULATION
PACE Place in Oregon works with children of all ages and skill levels with a variety of diagnoses including Aspergers Syndrome, Autism, ADHD, NVLD, PDD-NOS. www.paceplace.org or (503) 356-8334
BENOLIEL SPEECH AND LANGUAGE, PLLC
Provides assessment and treatment of children with a variety of communication delays and disorders including autism spectrum, motor speech, receptive and expressive language, articulation and phonology. Jennifer Benoliel is the author of the Autism and PDD Photo Cards available at www.linguisystems.com. For assessment and treatment information, visit www.benolielspeech.com
DANIELLE SAYEBROOK, M.ED., BCBA, AUTISM CONSULTANT
Home program management, direct therapy, social groups, school consultations and treatment for challenging behaviors. Specializing in intensive behavioral intervention, individualized home programs, visual communication systems and structured teaching. Early childhood through adulthood. Home visits or Seattle office. Contact Danielle Sayebrook at 206/715.8270 or dcsayebr@mindspring.com
SABIHA HAIDER, PEDIATRIC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST, REDMOND
Pediatric occupational therapist, living in Redmond, sees children from age three months to ten years with a variety of diagnoses. Can do home visits. Accepts Premera Blue Cross, Regence Blue Shield, and Uniform Medical insurances. Contact (425) 985-5047 or sabihahaider@hotmail.com
LYNNWOOD SPEECH AND LANGUAGE SERVICES
LSLS is a group of professionals in speech-language pathology and clinical social work committed to working with children 0-18 and their families. They have extensive experience working with children on the autism spectrum as well as ADD/ADHD, non-verbal learning disability, sensory processing disorders, phonological disorders, global delays, anxiety, depression, behavioral disorders, and related conditions. Located at 19401 40th Ave W, Suite 310, Lynnwood. Contact (425) 582-2473 or visit www.lynnwoodspeechandlanguageservices.com
PEERS PLAY
Social skills groups for ages 3-10. Groups of 4-6 with two adults. Gusty-Lee Boulware, PhD at (206) 271-4796 or glboulware@peersplay.com or Rina-Marie Leon-Guerrero, PhD at (206) 271-9585 or rinamarie@peersplay.com. Visit www.peersplay.com
MAUREEN BRADY, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Provides consultation and therapy to children, teens and adults. Specializes in Sensory Processing, Therapeutic Listening and Emotional Freedom Technique. 41 – 148th Avenue SE, Bellevue. (425) 829-1481 or mobradyot@gmail.com or visit www.mobradyot.com
OUTSIDE THE BOX PEDIATRICS AND BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE
Deborah McGrew, MD, OT, pediatrician and developmental occupational therapist, has experience with children on the autism spectrums as well as other neurodevelopmental concerns such as ADHD, sensory processing problems, learning problems, anxiety, depression, and more. Located at 3225 California Ave SW, Seattle, (206) 241-4646 or outsidetheboxpediatrics@gmail.com .
RHONDA LEVITT, MD, PEDIATRIC AND ADOLESCENT PHYSICIAN
Rhonda Levitt, MD, is a pediatrician and adolescent physician with successful experience and very knowledgeable about autism and Asperger’s Syndrome. Located at Northwest Pediatrics, 11545 – 15th Avenue NE, Suite 205, Seattle, (206) 364-2010.
BLOOMING SPEECH PS
Elizabeth Chapdelaine MS CCC-SLP, Speech Language Pathologist providing evaluation and speech-language therapy for children with speech and languages delays and disorders. Specializing in children with autism spectrum and auditory processing disorders. Certified Interactive Metronome Provider as well as Lindamood Bell, Thera-play and PROMPT (Level 1). Located at 11400 Airport Road, Suite 305, South Everett. Contact (425) 314-1716 or lizchapdelaine@gmail.com
WALLY’S CLUB AND REAL CONNECTIONS
Social skills groups for 1st grade to middle school located in Lake Union neighborhood in Seattle. Contact Terri Hollinsworth, MSW, (206) 281-8403 or visit www.wallysclub.com
WALLY’S CLUB: EASTSIDE
Social skills groups for elementary school ages located in Kirkland. Contact Leslie Fields at (425) 503-3925 or leslie@wallysclub.com or visit www.wallysclubeastside.com
PUGET SOUND AUTISM SERVICES, LLC
Providing counseling, consulting, social skills groups, assessment, supplemental education, workshops, and parent support groups to individuals, families and educators facing the joys and challenges of ASD. Clinic is located in Lynnwood and Shared with Crystal Gray, PhD. For more information, contact Glenna Clouse, M.Ed. at (206) 617-2131 or glennaclouse@gmail.com or visit www.psautism.com
CHILDREN’S THERAPY CENTER OF KENT / DYNAMIC FAMILY SERVICES
Providing individualized, family-centered intervention services for children with disabilities to give children functional skills that will help them today while decreasing their need for future services. Parents and other caregivers participate in all therapy and special education programs so they can carry on the child’s program at home and meet other parents of special needs children. 10811 SE Kent-Kangley Road, Kent, (253) 854-5660 or visit http://www.dynamicfamilies.org
LIFESPAN PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES, PS
Multidisciplinary evaluation of elementary-age children with neurodevelopmental, behavioral, or learning challenges. In clinic or at hour home or school. Team members: Steve Curtis, Ph.D., NCSP, child clinical psychologist; Patty Haelsig, S, CCC-SLP, certified speech/language pathologist; Jennifer Gerlach, Ed.S., NCSP, nationally certified school psychologist; Diana Potter, BA, special education teacher, 11290 Sunrise Dr NE, Bainbridge Island, WA (206) 780-7782 or www.lifespanps.com
GREAT PLAINS LABORATORY WEB CONFERENCES EXPLAIN BIOMEDICAL TREAMENTS
Interested in biomedical treatments? Great Plains Laboratories presents live web conferences monthly about the biomedical treatments for autism developmental disorders, and chronic neurological disorders. Presentations involve a 60 minute slide presentation followed by 30 minutes of discussion. Pre-registration is required. Contact (913) 341-8949 or gpl4u@aol.com or visit www.greatplainslaboratory.com
CLASS INC.
Specializing in speech-language-communication-social skills and play therapy in both 1:1 and small group formats. Child-centered group of speech therapists with a record of successful interventions for children with autism spectrum and sensory Integration disorders. Free consultations are available. Contact Paula Herrington at (253) 874-9300 or visit www.classinc.net
INTERPLAY RELATIONAL HORSEMANSHIP
Ginger Kennell, MA teaches horsemanship specifically designed for middle school and high school age youth with Aspergers Syndrome and High Functioning Autism. This model teaches communication and relationship skills through the process of learning how to interact successfully with the horses. Ginger Kennell, Bellingham, WA (360) 739-8676 or www.interplaycounseling.com
JIM MANCINI, MS, CCC-SLP, Speech Language Pathologist
Evaluation and treatment of communication issues related to autism spectrum disorders, language impairment, social communication and speech delays. Offers special short-term therapy (6-8 weeks) and education BRIDGES program to parents of newly diagnosed children. Fremont neighborhood, 600 N 36th St, Suite 306, Seattle. Contact (206) 829-9395 or jmancinislp@gmail.com
CHILD PSYCHOLOGIST IN MILL CREEK
Child psychologist recommended by the mother of a 3 year old with PDD-NOS and RAD. Thomas Saunders, 16030 Bothell Everett Hwy, Mill Creek (425) 745-0288
PEDIATRIC SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPY
Providing speech, language and social communication services to children aged 0-18 and their families. Services include comprehensive evaluations, one-on-one therapy, friendship pairs, and small group work. PSLT is able to treat a wide range of communication impairments including but not limited to ASD/Aspergers, non-verbal children, motor-speech disorders and traditional articulation disorders. They have PROMPT trained therapists, AAC specialists, and clinicians who specialize in working with different age ranges. Seattle and Bellevue locations. Call (206) 547-2500 or (206) 849-3937 or visit www.pediatricspeechtherapy.org
EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIALIST, HOLLY BRISCO, MEd
Holly Briscoe, M.Ed. is an early childhood consultant who works with children ages 3-6, providing consultation services to the family and working one-on-one with kids diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders. Holly has worked at the Experimental Education Unit for seven years and specializes in creating home programming and consulting with schools to help children with ASD adapt to their environments. Contact holly@seattlechildtherapy.com or by phone at 206-351-0843 or visit www.seattlechildtherapy.com
CHILDREN’S COMMUNICATION CORNER, INC, SHANA KELLY, MS, CCC-SLP
Individual diagnostic, treatment, and consultative communication services for children birth to adolescences with the home, school, or clinic environments. Ongoing Saturday social skills groups for children of varying ages and skill levels taught by Shana Kelly, MS, CCC-SLP, and Heather Brown, MS, ORT/L. Children’s Communication Corner, 2366 Eastlake Avenue East, Suite 335, Seattle. (206) 371-9133, kellshan@hotmail.com or visit www.communicationcorner.org
RICH GARCIA, PSY.D., LICENSED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
General practice providing diagnostic evaluations and psycho-educational assessments as well as individual therapy and parent training for a broad range of clinical issues including autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, learning disabilities, anxiety/depression, and behavioral problems. Training includes 2 year post-doctoral clinical fellowship at the UW Autism Center in diagnosis and treatment. Two locations: 600 N 36th St, Suite 306, Seattle, and Bellevue Child Behavior Center, 18th Ave SE, Suite 118, Bellevue. Bellevue Office Hours: Friday and Saturday. Phone (206) 214-7553 or email richgarcia@hotmail.com
FRIENDSHIP GROUP
Social Skills groups for kindergarten to 6th grade. Lisa Ann Mikulencak, LMHC, (206) 683-8625 or lisaannmik@hotmail.com and Karen Noble-Newman, LMHC (206) 909-1937 or karennoblenewman@hotmail.com, Wednesdays, October to May. Eastlake neighborhood in Seattle. Visit www.friendshipgroupseattle.com
AQUATIC THERAPY
Bothell Pediatric and Hand Therapy http://bpandht.com ; help improve water aversion issues
PERSONAL AND FAMILY COACHING AND CONSULTING FOR PARENTS OF SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN
Dr Dan Kaufman helps families and individuals cope with the stresses and frustrations of parenting children with special needs. Find balance and support and learn how to promote self care. Specializing in autism and Asperger’s syndrome. (206) 384-5118, dankaufman@comcast.net, or visit www.spiralcoachingandconsulting.com
POSITIVE AUTISM SPECTRUM SUPPORTS
Empowering families living with autism. Educational consultations, IEP support and facilitation, with a focus towards understanding and navigating the educational system. Victoria Walton Chirieleison, MAEd (425) 765-2333 or vwchirieleison@comcast.net
CARLA A. BROOKS MA CCC of C A BROOKS & ASSOCIATES
Speech/Language Pathologist available for consultation re: social pragmatics for your child (toddler through adult) or for yourself, if you are an adult with ASD/Asperger Syndrome. Ms. Brooks has no current openings for weekly therapy. Location: 7907 212th St SW, Ste 201, Edmonds, 98026, Contact Ms. Brooks at (425) 501-4856 (Tuesdays and Fridays and most evenings before 7:30 pm) or cabrooks7907@gmail.com
CARLA BROOKS WORKSHOPS
FOR SLPS: Day long workshop planned for May (tentatively 5/15) for SLPs and other professionals on using wordless books and narratives to assist in assessing and treating communication and social cognitive deficits. Workshop will be for those with moderate to advanced knowledge of the topic.
FOR PARENTS: A workshop for parents is planned for May/June.
If you would like to receive information re: these workshops as it becomes available, please send an e-mail to Ms. Brooks at cabrooks7907@gmail.com with "workshop information" in the subject line and "parent" and/or "professional.”
BEFRIENDED
BeFriended offers social skills and friendship groups for children in the greater Seattle area. Their mission is to help children learn and practice the skills they need to connect with peers through friendship and play. Groups are for school-age children and adolescents. Many clients were adopted from foster or orphanage care, have ADHD, Asperger’s, or other issues that can make friendships difficult. Contact Kimberlee Hartley at (206) 428-7878 or visit www.Befriended.org for more information.
MARIAM ARAUJO, PSYCHOLOGIST
Psychologist specializing in autism spectrum disorders offers formal diagnostic evaluations (ages 2 years through early adulthood), therapy, and school consultations. Diagnostic evaluations can also address differential diagnosis of other or related learning or developmental problems. Call (206) 226-9689 or visit www.mariamaraujo.com
MOSAIC CHILDREN’S THERAPY CLINIC
Offering PT, OT, SLP, Educational and behavioral consulting and social skills groups. 2445 140th Ave NE, Suite B105, Bellevue, (425) 644-6328, bellevueclinic@mosaicrehab.com or visit www.mosaicrehab.com
PETER WEISS, MA, LMHC
Child therapist specializing in autism spectrum, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, and depression in children ages 5-18. Individual and family therapy as well as social skills groups for kids on the spectrum. Located in the U-District, Seattle. Visit www.seattlechildtherapy.com or (206) 245-9975 or pweiss@seattlechildtherapy.com
PUGET SOUND AUTISM ASPERGERS SUPPORT ASSOCIATES (PSAASA)
Providing school consultations, workshops and training, individual, group, and family counseling, assessments, family education and support, and much more. Visit www.psaasa.org or contact Paige Tangney (206) 227-6294 or paigetangney@groundnotecounseling.com
PSAASA SOCIAL SKILLS GROUPS – SEATTLE & LYNNWOOD
Social skills groups for children ages 4-12, Puget Sound Autism Aspergers Support Associates. For groups in Seattle, contact Paige Tangney at (206) 227-6294; for Lynnwood groups, contact Glenna Clouse at (206) 617-2131. Visit www.psaasa.org
LAURIE B. SLATER, PhD, LMFT
Couple's counseling and conflict resolution for parents of children with special needs, especially autism spectrum disorders. Help
finding balance in caring for your children and your relationship. Phone 425-260-7509 or visit www.familytherapyandmediation.com
STEVE BECKER, PhD
Steve Becker, PhD, Psychologist, 22815 Pacific Hwy S, Unit 5, Des Moines, WA, We travel to you! Evaluations and therapy, parent training, school consultation, program consultation, vocational service, forensic services, corporate consultation, therapy groups, and publications. Specialist in autism, AS, other PDDs, OCD, PTSD, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, ADD/ADHD, Mental Retardation and Reactive Attachment Disorder. Specialized services provided in homes, schools, and other relevant locations. (206) 824-1525
KATHI JACKSON, PhD
Kathi Jackson, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, Bay Psychiatric Services, 1728 West Marine View Drive, #109, Everett, (425) 252-9216 ext 409. Twenty years of experience with diagnosis, assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults with developmental and behavioral conditions. (formerly Kathi Morton)
ELIZABETH G. GREVEY, PSY.D.
Puyallup/Sumner area, providing early intensive behavioral intervention (ABA Home Programs), family consultation, treatment of challenging behaviors, and consultation and staff training to schools and other agencies. Contact egmcintosh@yahoo.com or (253) 318-4648.
WOODINVILLE PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES
Jennifer Antony, PhD, extensive experience in cognitive/neuropsychological assessment of children and adolescents. Therapy with older children, adolescents, and adults.
18500 156th Ave N.E. Ste 202, Woodinville, (425) 481-5700, www.woodinvillepsych.com
KIMBERLY MATHAI – NUTRITIONIST
Registered nutritionist and nutrition consultant, recommended by families, experienced with nutritional issues and autism, DAN! 2111 N Northgate Way Seattle. (206) 363-5420 or kjmathai@nutritiondesign.com.
THERAPY FOR FOOD ISSUES
Vickie Littleman at Eastside Children’s Therapy (425) 392-2346
NEENA GABRIELLE – OPTOMETRIST
Pediatric Optometry, vision care for patients with special needs, and Vision Therapy. Clinic at Eastside Family Vision Care, 12040 98th Ave NE #104, Kirkland, (425) 820-2143, www.EFVCare.com . Special emphasis on developmental vision and vision therapy services. Board certified.
DR LENART – EYE DOCTOR
Dr Lenart is located at 17130 Avondale Way NE, (800) 935-2015 or (425) 885-6600. Accepts Medicaid coupons. Parent recommended.
DR EPLEY - EYE DOCTOR
Dr. David Epley, Children's Eye Center in Kirkland, (425) 823-3937. Parent recommended.
ROSEMARY WHITE – PEDIATRIC PT AND OT SERVICES
Sensory integration dysfunction, sensory processing, and DIR/Floortime. Evaluation, therapy, and parent education. Pediatric Physical and Occupational Therapy Services, 20310 19th Ave NE, Shoreline, (206) 367-5853, pedptot@comcast.net or visit www.rosemarywhitepediatricservices.com Now a new office location in Kent.
REFLEXOLOGY FOR CHILDREN WITH ASPERGER’S SYNDROME
Reflexology may help with digestive and toileting issues. Free initial consultation. Sessions are $1/minute, usual 20-45 minutes. Call Lara Simmons at (206) 769-6859 or lara.g.simmons@comcast.net for information or an appointment.
HOWER KWON, MD
Board-certified child, adolescent, and general psychiatrist with a specialty in working with individuals of all ages with autism, Asperger disorder, and related conditions. Services include diagnostic evaluation, psychiatric consultation, medication management, case management, and parent training. Bellevue Child Behavior Center, 365-118th Ave SE, Suite 118, Bellevue, (425) 454-2911.
SPOTLIGHT SOCIAL SKILLS FOR FRIENDSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Friendship development groups, grades 1-12, grouped by age, meet weekly on Mercer Island. Share joy, silliness, frustration, and challenges. Learn to make friends and get along with peers and adults while trying new things. Contact Regina Feinberg, MA, CCC-SLP (206) 226-8813 or Regina@SpotlightSocialSkills.com
MADELEINE TANEY, MA, MEd
Counselor and Art Therapist with 16 years experience as special education teacher. Strong behavioral background, strengths focused, client centered, approach based on unique needs of family and child/teen/adult with autism (206) 304-1954 or http://innerwellcounseling.com
NICOLE WIGGINS, MA, PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Therapy for children, adolescents, adults, and infant-parent dyads. Among other influences, this psychotherapy treatment is informed by 10 years of experience practicing as a speech pathologist specializing in disorders of relating and communicating. Please call (206) 669-6309.
MINDSOURCE CENTER IN KENT/COVINGTON
Autism diagnosis and neuropsychological evaluations, RDI (Relationship Development Intervention), Autism Family Support Team providing intensive, short term model of parent-based assessment and intervention, identifying treatment needs and providing tools for parents to work with their child at home with a 6 month treatment plan, Family Autism Education Series, Transition Classes, Support Groups and Counseling. Private insurance accepted. (253) 859-3505, www.mindsourcecenter.com , 27023 164th Ave NE, Kent/Covington 98042.
AUTISM/ASPERGER CLINIC IN OLYMPIA
The Open Door Autism Clinic, 1101 Eastside Street SE, Suite B, Olympia, provides intensive intervention for preschool through adults, including social skill training groups for middle and high school students. Visit www.opendoorautism.com or call Patty Gee at (360) 888-0660 or PattyJGee@comcast.net for more information.
KENT ROSENGREN, PSYCHOLOGIST
Experienced autism psychologist, located at MindSource Center, 27023 164th Ave SE, Kent/Covington area, (253) 859-3505.
CAROLA BOSENBERG, PEDIATRIC AND ADOLESCENT PSYCHIATRIST
1611-116th Ave NE, Suite 218, Bellevue, (425) 454-3100
SPECIAL EDUCATION ADVOCATE AND EDUCATION CONSULTING:
Larry Davis, M, Ed. Educational Advocate/Consultant in the Puget Sound region since 1998, Larry supports parents as they navigate through the public school system addressing special needs issues: ADHD/ADD, Aspergers/HFA, Learning Disabilities with an emphasis on IEP and Section 504 negotiation and development. Contact Larry at (206) 914-0975 or by email at larrydavis@specialeducationadvocacy.org or visit http://specialeducationadvocacy.org/default.aspx
Larry Davis can now be heard on Seattle’s Alternative Talk Radio KKNW 1150AM, Sunday, 4:00 – 5:00 PM (Pacific), or streamed on the web at www.1150kknw.com. Sunday’s shows are also re-broadcast the following Saturday from 4:00 to 5:00 PM.
SOCIAL SKILLS GROUP FOR CHILDREN
Social skills group in Seattle for kids ranging 7-9 years of age: Kids Interacting and Developing Social Skills (K.I.D.S.S.) Sessions for high functioning children with social cognitive challenges and/or ineffective social skills. Email ajamieson@hsds.org or call (206) 323-5770 for details.
CASSANDRA WOZNIAK, MS, CCC-SLP
Licensed speech-language pathologist serving clients with Asperger's and social cognitive deficits, including social relationship skill building groups for clients pre-school to college-age. Located at 14925 SE Allen Road, Suite 104B, Bellevue, 98006; 425-614-0260; cwozniakslp@yahoo.com
SARAH HOFF, MS, CCC-SLP
Private, in-home speech and language sessions with preschoolers and school-age children. West Seattle or Southend. Contact (206) 938-0810, (206) 660-6527, or eshoffer@hotmail.com
PEDIATRIC NEUROLOGIST
Dr Stephen Glass, Northwest Child Neurology, 19515 North Creek Parkway, Suite 308, Bothell, WA 98011, (425) 424-9200
DEVELOPMENTAL PEDIATRICIAN
Dr Charles A Cowan, Children’s Hospital and Regional Medical Center, 4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98104, (206) 987-2204 or Charles.cowan@seattlechildrens.org
KATHERINE COY, CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Diagnosis, relationship-based treatment and school consultation for individuals with ADHD/ADD and on the autistic spectrum. Call (425) 467-6252 or kscoy@hotmail.com .
NORA THOMPSON, PSYCHOLOGIST
Diagnosis, evaluation, and formal assessments. Nora Thompson, PhD, Psychologist, (425) 640-6134, Cascade Neuropsychological Services, Edmonds.
JOHN WHITEHEAD, PSYCHOLOGIST
School consultations, individual therapy, group therapy, diagnostic evaluations, and formal assessments. John Whitehead, PsyD, (206) 419-2902, 140 Lakeside Ave, Suite 220, Seattle, WA.
GIANT STEPS CHILDREN'S THERAPY
Carey Goldenberg M.S. OTR/L is providing occupational therapy, including using a sensory integration approach in her new space in Federal Way. Available to see children age birth-adolescence. Accepting Regence, Medicaid, First Choice, and private pay. Please call: 206-393-8546 or email: otcarey@gmail.com Also see Seattle Therapy Network, www.seattle-therapy-network.com
RECOMMENDED DENTISTS
This list has been compiled from the recommendations of adults and parents of children on the spectrum.
Dr. Donna Quinby, Eastside Pediatric Dental Group, Issaquah, (425) 392-4048
Dr. SallySue Lombardi, Eastside Pediatric Dental Group, Issaquah, (425) 392-4048
Dr. Gerald L Becker, 715 N. 182nd Street,#401, Shoreline, (206) 542-4848
Dr. Susan Kim, Evergreen Pediatric Dentistry, Kirkland, www.evergreenkidsdentist.com
Dr. Yun, Evergreen Pediatric Dentistry, Kirkland, www.evergreenkidsdentist.com
Dr. Erin McDonald, Duvall
Dr. Dallman, Bothell
Dr. Daniel Geare, Bellevue, (425) 747-8661, Children and Adults, Mercury-free
Dr. Tweedy, Westside Children’s, West Seattle, (206) 937-6481, Children.
Dr. Gary Heyamoto, Canyon Park, Bothell, (425) 485-8885.
Dr. Atherton, Bear Creek, Redmond.
Dr. Cody Mast, Bellevue Kids Dentist, 2150 112th Ave NE, Suite A, Bellevue, (425) 455-0784, www.bellevuekidsdentist.com
Dr. Steven Smutka, Seattle, (206) 525-4777
Dr. Kenny Ho, Kent, Mercury-free
Dr. Robert Buda, 411 Strandard Blvd., Suite 102, Tukwila, (206)575-1130
Dr. Patricia (Pat) Cleavinger, Bellevue, (425) 747-4959, www.cleavinger.com
Pediatric Dental Clinic, UW School of Dentistry, (206) 543-3525, M-F, 8am-4pm, 1959 NE Pacific Street, B323, Seattle
Dr. Rama Oskouian, Woodinville, (425) 402-8393, www.woodinvillesmiles.com
Dr. Leo Henrichson, (206) 364-7181, 5723 NE Bothell Way Suite D, Kenmore
Dr. Bryan Williams, Bellevue Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, 875-140th Ave NE, Suite 200, Bellevue, (425) 614-3777
CENTER ON HUMAN DEVELOPMENT AND DISABILITY – CHDD – AT UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
The Center on Human Development and Disability at University of Washington provides a variety of services including Autism Clinical Services, Biochemical Genetics Clinic, Child Development Clinic, Experimental Education Classes, High Risk Infant Follow-up Clinic, Pediatric Neurogenetics Clinic, and more. For more information email chdd@u.washington.edu or call (206) 598-4317 or visit www.chdd.washington.edu
UW AUTISM CENTER - SEATTLE
UW Autism Center provides intervention services, including social skills groups, professional training, diagnostic evaluations, and program consultation for children, adolescents, and young adults up to age 25 with suspected or confirmed autism and related pervasive developmental disorders. Call (206) 221-6806 for information or visit http://depts.washington.edu/uwautism/
UW AUTISM CENTER - TACOMA
The new UW Tacoma Autism Center provides multiple services, including intensive early intervention, professional training, diagnostic evaluations and consultation for children, adolescents, and young adults up to age 25 with suspected or confirmed autism spectrum disorders. (253) 692-4721 for information.
EEU – EXPERIMENTAL EDUCATION UNIT AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
Serving children with diverse abilities, ranging in age from a few weeks to 7 years. Call (206) 543-4011 for more information about their programs or visit http://depts.washington.edu/eeuweb/
MILANI SMITH, PHD, LICENSED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Diagnostic evaluations, evaluations to develop treatment recommendations for home and school, and school consultation. Ages 18 months to 18 years. Call (206) 235-0766.
HOMEOPATHIC AND NATUROPATHIC CARE OF ASPERGER CHILDREN
Drs. Judyth Reichenberg-Ullman and Robert Ullman. Board certified, 25 years experience. Authors of seven books including A Drug-Free Approach to Asperger’s Syndrome: Exceptional Medicine for Exceptional Kids with forward by Dr. Bernard Rimland. The Northwest Center for Homeopathic Medicine, Edmonds. Phone and video consultation appointments also available. Also monthly Autism One radio show. (425) 774-5599, email: nchmclinic@gmail.com or visit www.drugfreeasperger.com
CLASSICAL HOMEOPATHY: Martha Diehl, MEd, CCH
Nationally certified classical homeopath. Homeopathy is the fastest growing system of holistic health care in the world. Generation Rescue lists it as one of the top six approaches for the treatment of ASD. Homeopathy can be used alone or along with other therapies. Call (206) 719-3129 or email mmdiehl@comcast.net for a free 20 minute introductory (telephone or in-person) consultation. Weekday and Saturday appointments available. 2012 NE 65th St, Seattle, WA 98115. Visit www.homeopathicsolutions.info for more detail.
VISION THERAPY
Visit www.alderwoodvisiontherapy.com for more information about vision therapy and its impact on how you or your child interpret the world. Dr. Torgerson can be reached at Alderwood Vision Therapy Center, 16006 Ash Way, #101, Lynnwood, (425) 787-5200.
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST AND YOGA THERAPIST
Molly Kenny is the founder of Integrated Movement Therapy, a yoga-based social skills therapy that also addresses a variety of the other symptoms common with autism spectrum disorders such as sensory integration dysfunction, developmental coordination disorder, executive dysfunction, depression and anxiety, with an emphasis on building self-esteem. Molly Kenny, MS, CCC, Call (206) 568-8335, email info@samaryacenter.com or visit www.samaryacenter.com .
CARRIE SHEPPARD, LMHC, PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Relationship Development Intervention (RDI), individual and family psychotherapy for children and adults on the spectrum, friendship groups, in Kent/Covington. Call 253-859-3505 or email carriesheppard@mindspring.com , 27023 164th Ave SE, Covington, WA (easy access to Hwy 18).
TURNING POINT THERAPIES
Turning Point Therapies, LLC, provides speech and language therapy one-on-one and in group settings. They also provide evaluations. Visit www.turningpointtherapies.com , or call 425-497-2850. Turning Point Therapies, 2330 130th Ave NE, Suite C-103, Bellevue.
AUDITORY INTEGRATION TRAINING
Auditory Integration Training retrains the ear and brain to process language, help balance and coordination. Visit www.aitresources.com or call Marcy McCarthy at (206) 463-5237 or (888) 553-2315.
CHILD AND FAMILY THERAPIST WITH ASPERGER AND AUTISM TRAINING
Jennifer Brown, MSW, 17220 127th Pl NE, Suite 300, Woodinville, WA 98072 (425) 318-0062 or jenniferbrownmsw@aol.com .
REDWOOD PSYCHOLOGICAL & COUNSELING SERVICES, PLLC
Social Skill Building Groups, Therapeutic Yoga, and much more. Contact (425) 486-9952 or redwoodpsych@aol.com , 17220 127th Place NE #102, Woodinville, WA 98072.
ADHD BEHAVIORAL MEDICINE IN REDMOND
Measurably increase your child's ability to concentrate and pay attention. Help with mood swings, school productivity and medications. Dr. Nina Merediana-Sarich and Ted Ritter, ARNP. NW ADHD Behavioral Medical Clinic, 3958 150th Ave, Redmond. Call (425) 861-6400. Primary care for the whole family also available.
CHILD PSYCHIATRIST – Robert Devny (425) 481-0429
CHILD PSYCHOLOGIST – Ann Uherek (206) 729-2101, Snohomish and Woodinville.
LIST OF PROFESSIONALS WORKING WITH ASPERGERS SYNDROME AND ADHD
Karen Roe has compiled a list of professionals in the Puget Sound Area who work with Asperger’s Syndrome and ADHD. Copies are available by mail for $8 plus $2 shipping and handling. Send orders to Karen Roe, 9521 –7th Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98117 or call (206) 782-2232 or email MasterCoachKaren@KarenRoe.com .