AUTIETOTS.COM
Looking for more autism and Asperger-friends resources in and around Seattle, time to visit www.autietots.com
THEATER OF POSSIBILITY
Theater of Possibility uses theater improv, role-play, acting and creative writing techniques to explore friendship dynamics and social skills. This year, two classes are being offered, Tuesdays and Thursdays, starting the first week of October and running after school, 4:15-5:45 PM, at University Heights Center in Seattle, for ten weeks. The Tuesday class is for ages 8-12, and the Thursday class is for ages 12-20. Cost is $400; sibling discounts and partial scholarships available. Contact Lauren@laurenmarshall.com or check out www.Laurenmarshall.com, for a flyer and more info.
ANISA MILLER, LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELOR
Anisa Miller is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor in private practice who sees people with special needs and their family members. She has a son with autism. Contact (360) 490-1650 or anisamiller@ymail.com or visit www.anisamiller.com for more information.
SALVEO COUNSELING CENTER
This group of psychiatric nurse practitioners provides supportive evidence based medication management for individuals with co-occurring psychiatric mental health issues in children, adolescents and adults with Asperger’s. 17130 Avondale Way NE #114, Redmond, (425) 868-5777, salveocenter@gmail.com or visit www.salveocounseling.com
JEAN GANT, SOCIAL LEARNING
Jean Gant, MEd, MA, LMHC Therapist and special education teacher offering social learning groups for children ages 8 - 14 with ASD and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Also individual and family counseling for early childhood through young adulthood. Offices in Seattle and Covington. Contact GantJ_750@msn.com or (206) 501-9404.
BLUEPRINTS BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS
Blueprints provides behavior analysts experienced in working with individual affected by ASD, ADD, ADHD, epilepsy, and developmental disabilities, providing positive family intervention. For more information, contact Valori Berends at (206) 673-2593 or vberends@wcblueprints.com
RALPH N. PAMPINO Jr, MA, BCBA
BCBA and owner of Magnolia Behavior Therapy, providers of ABA Therapy and other behavioral consulting services for children with autism, specializing in Early Learners, ABA Therapy, Social Skills training providing a customized approach to learning and education. www.magnoliabehaviortherpy.com or contact Ralph@magnoliabehaviortherapy.com (425) 422-5521
WASHINGTON HYPERBARIC THERAPY CENTER
Washington Hyperbaric Therapy Center in Redmond, 2005 152ND Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052. Contact Julia at juliawhtc@gmail.com or (425) 644-7999.
COUNSELING FOR PARENTS/CAREGIVERS: LYNN VIGO, MSW, LICSW
Lynn Vigo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 25 years of experience providing counseling, education, resource navigation, and support services to individuals, groups, and families. Complementing her professional expertise, Lynn has personal insight into the challenges faced by families of children with special needs as her fourteen-year-old daughter is significantly affected by autism. Lynn is a contracted provider for parent counseling for DDD clients with a CIIBS waiver. Contact Lynn at lynnvigomsw@comcast.net or (425) 780-9584.
CHRYSALIS BEHAVIORAL CONSULTING
Chrysalis Behavioral Consulting provides early intervention services to children with autism, birth to age 6, and other related disorders. Services include supervising in-home educational programs, consulting with school based programs, providing parent coaching, potty training, facilitating peer play-dates, behavioral assessments, etc. Laurelin Duckett is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with experience in discrete trial training, the Early Start Denver Model, SCERTS, PECS, and several other behavioral and play-based interventions. Contact Laurelin at laurelin@chrysalisbc.com or (206) 607-8233.
MUSIC THERAPY GROUP
Music Therapists Kirsten Hutchison, MT-BC, and Patti Catalano, MT-BC, have started music therapy groups. These groups include developmentally appropriate music making fun! It is designed for parents or caregiver and child to enjoy therapeutic music experiences that address social, cognitive, play, motor, speech and language goals. The adult is actively involved with their child to enjoy the music making process as well as receive ideas for home use of music that can focus on their individual child’s needs. For more information, contact Patti Catalano, MT-BC at 425-644-0988 X 158, pattic@musicworksnw .org ; or contact Music Works Northwest, 14360 SE Eastgate Way, Suite 102, Bellevue, WA, 98007; www.musicworksnw.org; 425-644-0988
JEN HASTINGS, MUSIC THERAPIST
Jen Hastings is a music therapist with twelve years experience in private practice in clients’ homes. Contact Jen at (206) 355-0657 or musictherapynw@gmail.com
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST AND RDI
Mother of a child with autism, Speech Language Pathologist and RDI certified consultant has openings in her practice. Contact Daphne at dbrindle@hotmail.com
PROVAIL
Provail is an organization in North Seattle that provides housing, work skills, computer skills, and therapies for adults and children with disabilities. 12550 Aurora Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133, (206) 363-7303 or visit http://www.provail.org
RESEARCH-BASED SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR CHILD AND YOUR FAMILY
A new medical clinic for those affected by autism, ADHD, and other neurobehavioral/developmental issues as well as co-occurring problems like precocious puberty, genetic syndromes, mitochondrial dysfunction, heavy metal overloads, gastrointestinal issues is opening in Redmond. Accepts most major insurances. Mark R. Geier, MD, PhD, FACMG, FACE, ABMG. Contact Lisa Reents, RN, MSN, for more information or an appointment at (425) 890-8979, 16307 NE 83rd St, Suite 201-A, Redmond. ASD Centers and Genetic Consultants of America, visit www.autismtreatmentclinics.com
POSITIVE BEHAVIOR TODAY
Does your child melt down for inexplicable reasons, shuts down and withdraws, lashes out, or does things you simply do not understand? Positive Behavior Today, Consulting and Education, can help you learn new ways of communicating with your child, even your adult child, and make a big difference. Contact Sara Gardner at (425) 577-2351, sesgardner@gmail.com or visit www.behaviortoday.info
BEHAVIORAL CONSULTANT
Heather Dorn, MS, BCBA. www.advantagelearninggroup.com
SAMARYA CENTER INTEGRATED MOVEMENT THERAPY - SEATTLE
Individual and group therapy led by Molly Kenny, SLP and yoga therapist. Excellent method for increasing self-esteem, body awareness, sequencing, modulating sensory issues, and improving social skills. Lots of experience with children and teens on the autism spectrum. Training in Integrated Movement Therapy also available (see listing under Events). Visit www.samaryacenter.org or call (206) 568-8335 for more information.
YOGA THERAPY
Therapeutic Movement - Infants through young adults work on individual goals & challenges with therapist one on one, or small groups. Therapeutic movement is based on philosophy and principles from the clinical model of Integrated Movement Therapy (IMT) using a mix of kung fu, tumbling, dance, yoga, self-defense and relaxation techniques to engage mind, body & spirit. Common challenges addressed include depression, anxiety, PTSD, physical challenges, autism, ADHD, eating disorders, bullying, self-esteem, addiction & learning difficulties. For more information, visit www.samaryacenter.org or contact Tristan Elliott, Certified IMT Therapist, Tristan@samaryacenter.org or(206) 568-8335 or (206) 229-7582.
YOGA FOR SENSORY INTEGRATION, ages 5-11, six-week series coming soon
STEVE BECKER, PhD, PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Psychosocial and vocational evaluations, therapy, behavior management, parent training, transition, school and work-related services, and adult social skills groups (Seattle and Tacoma). All ages, home-based services when desired. Becker and Associates, PO Box 46312, Seattle, WA 98146, (206) 935-2479, www.stevebeckerassociates.com .
SEATTLE THERAPY SERVICES: SKILLS FOR LIFE
Shelley O’Donnell, MS, OTR/L offers family-centered occupational therapy services including evaluation, treatment and consultation for children, teens, and young adults. A particular area of specialty is working with and understanding the needs of individuals with autism spectrum disorder and sensory processing disorder. Contact (206) 322-5433, shelley@seattleot.com, or visit www.seattletherapyservices.com. Independent providers at Seattle Therapy Services include Jim Mancini, MS, CCC-SLP, Rich Garcia, Psy.D., and Lynn Vigo, MSW, LICSW.
MAXIM HEALTHCARE SERVICES
Maxim Healthcare Services offers Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children on the Autism Spectrum across Western Washington. Serving families covered by Tri-Care, CIIBS, Aetna, Premera and some private insurances. Other services include behavioral assessment and plans, performed by a licensed BCBA, and on-going support. For more information, contact (253) 292-4354, Tacomabehavioralhealth@maxhealth.com or visit www.maximhomecare.com/autismaba/
BMAC (BEHAVIORAL MANAGEMENT FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN) SERVICES
BMAC is a program developed to meet a community need for skilled behavior management services and is based on the development and implementation of focused plans that address and modify challenging behaviors. For more information, contact (425) 672-9219, Michael.mccormick@gentiva.com or visit http://www.gentiva.com/rww/bmac/index.php
SHIRIN SHERKAT IN-HOME BEHAVIORIST
Shirin Sherkat, clinical psychologist with experience in crisis intervention, individual therapy for adults and children, dual-diagnoses, is now providing in-home behavioral intervention, ABA training, parent and family training and therapy. 2018 - 156th Ave NE, Bellevue. Contact (888)274-3752, (619) 892-0980, drssherkat@yahoo.com or visit www.drssherkat.com/home
NATURE’S COMMUNICATION CENTER
Speech therapy services in Bellevue with holistic, multi-faceted approach. Nature’s Communication Center, 12207 NE 8th Street, Bellevue, (425) 458-5885 or visit http://www.naturescommunication.com/
VLINDER COMMUNICATION THERAPIES
Vlinder Communication Therapies offers specialized skills to determine and implement customized strategies that increase effective and efficient communication. Vlinder is located at 2611 NE 125th Street, Suite 103, Seattle, WA 98125. For more information call (206) 257-4078, email cassandra@vlindertherapies.com or visit www.vlindertherapies.com
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.
A.P.P.L.E. CONSULTING SOCIAL ROUPS
A.P.P.L.E. Consulting has peer model social groups for students with pragmatic social needs (how to use language socially.) Michelle Garcia Winner curriculum focus and individualized goals developed for each child. Ages 5-14, grouped by age. For more information, contact (425) 765-5761 or Dr Apple@appleconsulting-asd.com or Shari Mendez at (206) 437-5412 or smendez@appleconsulting-asd.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 curriculum working on friendship skills, frustration tolerance, and flexible problem-solving. On-going programs and special summer programs. Serving middle school through young adult age groups. Special programs for young adults including community internships. Located in Seattle, Kirkland, and Bellevue. To schedule an enrollment meeting, 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. 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 or visit http://www.haringcenter.washington. edu/careclinic
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 and 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
PIANO TEACHER WITH ASPERGER’S
Richard Dillon is a piano teacher (with Asperger’s) who is looking for students. Aspies are welcome. North Seattle. Contact dillonrw@comcast.net or visit www.rdillonmusic.com/lessons.htm for more information.
LESSONS WITH KEYBOARD KIDS
Director Kaaren Moitoza of Keyboard Kids in Redmond uses a style that makes learning piano fun and easy. Contact (206) 546-5385 or kaarenkristin@verizon.net or visit www.keyboardkidsmusic.com
PIANO LESSONS WITH CONNIE WIBLE MUSICAL MIND PIANO STUDIO
Piano lessons with Connie Wible of Musical Mind Piano Studio who teaches both typical and ASD children. Contact (206) 236-8607, Connie.Wible@gmail.com or visit www.musicalmind.playkeyboard.net
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.
MANYA VAUPEL EDUCATION CONSULTATION AND BEHAVIOR SUPPORT
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. Manya Vaupel, MEd, BCBA, (206) 384-3702 or visit www.spectrumcircles.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. Offering family immersion weeks. 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.
ANN GIESEL, BOARD-CERTIFIED ADOLESCENT MEDICINE SPECIALIST AND PEDIATRICIAN
Recommended by a number of parents, Dr Ann Giesel works at Seattle Children’s, (206) 987-2028.
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
Specializing in evaluation and treatment of communication issues associated with autism spectrum disorder, language disorder, social communication deficit, and speech delay. Located in Eastlake neighborhood in Seattle, 2517 Eastlake Ave East, Suite 102. Contact via email at jmancinislp@gmail.com or phone (206) 322-5433.
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
PHILIP DUNBAR-MAYER, PSY.D., CHILD PSYCHOLOGIST
Licensed child psychologist who provides services to children and adolescents on the autism spectrum and provides pediatric neuropsychological and developmental evaluations. Eastside Psychological Associates, (425) 877-3484, dr.dunbar.mayer@gmail.com
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
CCC focues on speech, language and social communication services to children aged 0-18 and their families within the home, school, and clinic environments. Services include comprehensive evaluations, individual therapy, and social skills groups. They see children with a full range of communication impairments including ASD/Aspergers, non-verbal children, motor-speech disorders, literacy and language learning, executive functioning, and theory of mind. Their therapists have PROMPT Level 1 or 2 training. Children’s Communication Corner, 444 NE Ravenna Blvd, #307, Seattle. (206) 299-1780 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: 2517 Eastlake Ave E., Suite 102, 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
COACHING AND CONSULTING FOR LATE ADOLESCENT AND ADULT ASPERGERS
Dr. Daniel Kaufman, Certified Coach, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Educational Consultant. Specializing in coaching late teens and adults with Asperger's on social skills development, relationships, school and work. Supporting teens as they navigate their way through either the transition from high school to higher ed or to the world of work, and adults whether entering the job market or dealing with the challenges of management or leadership roles. Develop awareness of personal strengths and challenges and learn the skills and strategies necessary for success. Also, consult with families of special needs students on IEP's, evaluations and 504 plans. Thirty years as a special educator as both a school psychologist and a special education administrator. Contact Dr. Kaufman at (206) 408-7197 or drdankaufman@comcast.net
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 - BELLEVUE
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
MOSAIC CENTER FOR THERAPY SERVICES – SEATTLE
Mosaic Center for Therapy Services-Seattle, specializes in providing evidence-based, cutting-edge physical, occupational and speech/language therapy, augmentative and alternative communication services, social/thinking groups, and educational and behavioral consulting for children, adolescents and adults. MOSAIC Center for Therapy Services, 4909 25th Ave NE, Suite 200, Seattle, 98105. Contact (206) 388-3751 or seattleclinic@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
KATHI JACKSON, PhD
Kathi Jackson, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, 2731 Wetmore Avenue, Suite 240, Everett, (425) 740-3181 or kathijackson@earthlink.net 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., BCBA, BEHAVIOR ANALYST
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
SUSIE FOX, DIETICIAN
Susie Fox is a Registered Dietician who has experience with extensive allergies and GF/CF diet. She is a Bastyr University graduate. Contact Susue Fox MS RD at (425) 368-8170.
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. www.childreneyecare.org
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.
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
ART THERAPY WITH MINEKO TAKADA-DILL, MA, ATR
Mineko Takada-Dill, MA, ATR, is an art therapist and mental health counselor in the Ballard area of Seattle who specializes in working with children, teens, and adults on the autism spectrum. For more information call (206) 276-4915 or email info@studiomene.com or visit www.studiomene.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. Contact help@mindsourcecenter.com , (253) 859-3505, or visit 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. Free consultations. Contact Larry at (206) 914-0975 or by email at larrydavis@specialeducationadvocacy.org or visit http://specialeducationadvocacy.org/default.aspx
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, SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Social thinking treatment for adolescents and adults with Asperger syndrome, NLD or similar diagnoses. Therapist has over ten years experience working with individuals with social-learning difficulties. Learn the foundation for improved social interactions, including perspective taking, emotion regulation, conversation, flexible problem solving and other social thinking skills; as well as treatment for executive function challenges (i.e., planning, organizing, time-management, etc.) Contact Cassandra Wozniak, MS, CCC-SLP at (425) 614-0260 or cwozniakslp@yahoo.com. Located at 14925 SE Allen Road, Suite 104B, Bellevue, 98006.
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
NEUROLOGIST
Marcio A. Sotero de Menezes, (206) 386-3880, Swedish Epilepsy Center (adults) and Pediatric Neuroscience Center (children).
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.
NEUROPSYCH EVALUATIONS
DR. SALLY MADGE, 22525 Southeast 64th Place, Suite 230, Issaquah, WA 98027-5387
(425) 557-3664
GAYLE FAYE, PHD, Northwest Neuropsychologists, 2227 112th NE Ave, Bellevue WA 98004, (425) 452-8036.
GWEN LEWIS, PHD, pediatric neuropsychologist, 555 Dayton St, Edmonds, WA 98020, (425) 672-1850.
JOHN WHITEHEAD, PSYCHOLOGIST
School consultations, individual therapy, group therapy, diagnostic evaluations, and formal assessments. John Whitehead, PsyD, (206) 419-2902, Seattle, WA.
THE CENTER FOR FAMILY AND LIFESPAN DEVELOPMENT
Federal Way clinic specializing in services for infants, children, adults, couples, and families; assessment services and integrative health services. Staff include Dr April Walter, Carly Pereira and Deborah Sweet. Contact (253) 235-5956 or thecenterfld@gmail.com or visit www.thecenterfld.com
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.
The Center for Pediatric Dentistry, 6222 NE 74th Street, Seattle WA 98115, (206) 543-5800
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. 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
Dr. Russ Nomi, Bridle Trails Dentistry, 6507 132nd Ave NE, Kirkland, (425) 881-9333, Nomidds.com
Dr. Jeffrey Zent, Issaquah Family Dental, (425) 391-8260, http://www.issaquah familydental. com/
Dr. Russ Nomi, Bridle Trails Dentistry, 6507 132nd Ave NE, Kirkland, (425) 881-9333, Nomidds.com
Dr. Jeffrey Zent, Issaquah Family Dental, (425) 391-8260, http://www.issaquah familydental. com/
Dr. John R. Fitzgerald, DDS, Lake City, (206) 632-2612 or (206) 363-7303.
Dr. Damir Jurkovic, Seattle (206) 543-4619 and Lynnwood (425) 775-3456
ORTHODONTISTS RECOMMENDED BY PARENTS
Dr Ive, Bothell, www.bothellorthodontics.com
Dr Roos, Bellevue/Redmond, www.roosortho.com
Dr Wagner, Woodinville, www.wagnerortho.com
Dr Tingey, Issaquah, www.tingeyortho.com
Orthodontic Excellence in Newcastle, www.smilewithbraces.com
UW DENTAL SCHOOL FACT SHEET ABOUT AUTISM
The UW Dental School has developed informational documents written for dentists related to children with mild to moderate manifestations of special health care needs and dental health. These fact sheets cover 14 conditions, including autism, and can be found at http://dental. Washington. edu/departments/ omed/decod/ special_needs_ facts.php This information can help parents and caregivers improve the dental health of children with special health care needs and enhance the knowledge of dental and medical professionals.
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.
STEPHEN O. WANGEN, ND
Author of Healthier Without Wheat, Dr Wangen specializes in testing and treating those with food allergies and sensitivities with a wide variety of symptoms including autism. Contact drwangen@comcast.net or (206) 264-1111 or visit www.ibstreatmentcenter.com for more information.
JOHN J. NOWICKI, ND, NATUROPATH
Dr. Nowicki is a graduate of Bastyr University and is a licensed Naturopathic Physician. He uses diet and lifestyle modifications, clinical nutrition, botanical medicine, and physical medicine (such as naturopathic manipulation and hydrotherapy) to help you achieve optimal health. 5825 221st Place South East Suite 207, Issaquah, WA 98027 http://www.issaquahnaturalmedicine.com/ourDoctors.html
NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN
Dr Kathleen (Katie) Allen, Mother and Child Natural Medicine, Carnation. Contact (425) 333-4600 or visit www.motherchildmedicine.com
DR HATHA GBEDAWO
Naturopathic physician specializing in pediatric medicine with an emphasis on childhood behavioral disorders like Attention Deficit (ADD, ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) including autism, Asperger’s and PDD-NOS. Vital Family Medicine, 5122 25th Ave NE, Seattle, (206) 518-8938 or visit http://vitalkidsmedicine.com/aboutus.aspx
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.
DRAMOV NATUROPATHIC MEDICAL CENTER - PORTLAND
Dr Dramov is a Naturopathic physician licensed in the state of Oregon who uses modern diagnostic techniques in the field of Naturopathic medicine to accurately diagnose and effectively treat root causes of disease and illness. Dr Dramov has a doctorate degree in Naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University in Seattle. Dramov Naturopathic Medical Center, 9735 SW Shady Lane #104, Tigard, Or 97223, (503) 639-6454 http://www.dramovmedical.com/live/
VISION CARE AND VISION THERAPY
Vision care and vision therapy for all ages. Alderwood Vision Therapy Center, Nancy Torgeson, OD, FCOVD, and Kristi Jensen, OD, FCOVD, 16006 Ash Way #101, Lynnwood, 98087. Contact (425) 787-5200 or visit www.alderwoodvisiontherapy.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.
JENNIFER BROWN, MSW, CHILD AND FAMILY THERAPIST
Counseling services for children and families provided by a Child and Disability Mental Health Specialist. Support for children and families regarding difficulty expressing or managing intense emotions, and the challenging behaviors that are associated. Therapist has training in working with children with Autism, Aspergers, and PDD in addition to mental health issues. Woodinville and Bellingham sites. Contact jenniferbrownmsw@hotmail.com or visit www.jenniferbrownmsw.com Woodinville: (425) 318-0062, 17220 127th Pl NE #300. Bellingham: (360) 647-1647, 700 Dupont St #1.
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.
COACH KAREN’S RESOURCE LIST
Professionals and agencies 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. Now only $5 while new revision is being made. Copies are available by mail or at meetings. Call Karen Roe, Certified ADHD Coach, (206) 782-2232 or email MasterCoachKaren@KarenRoe.com