One of the more difficult challenges families with Autism Spectrum Disorders face is finding therapy providers. In response to this need, we have created a this site to assist Therapy Providers and families with loved ones affected by Autism to find each other.  If you are a provider and find the information here is incorrect or you are not listed, please EMAIL us and we will be happy to update or add the information.

We currently have therapy listings for the state of Arizona.  We are working with other states to get thier listings as well.  If you would like to be added to our database, please let us know by clicking on the "New Provider" link on the left.

Speech

The purpose of speech-language therapy is to enhance communication via expression of ideas, obtaining desires, sharing information and interaction between people. Language is how communication is achieved.

Components of language include but are not limited to:

• understanding/verbal expression
• facial/manual gestures
• tone of voice
• body orientation

Physical

Autism is a pervasive developmental disorder. This means that most people on the autism spectrum have delays, differences or disorders in many areas -- including gross and fine motor skills. Children on the spectrum may have low muscle tone, or have a tough time with coordination and sports. These issues can interfere with basic day-to-day functioning -- and they're almost certain to interfere with social and physical development.

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Occupational

Commonly focuses on improving fine motor skills, or sensory motor skills that include balance (vestibular system), awareness of body position (proprioceptive system), and touch (tactile system).

After the therapist identifies a specific problem, therapy may include sensory integration activities such as: massage, firm touch, swinging, and bouncing.

DISCLAIMER: The Autism Resource Foundation provides a service to locate providers based upon the information that was received by the State of Arizona and individual providers. ARF does not claim the information to be 100% accurate. Please contact the State of Arizona with concerns directed at or about a provider. The information provided here by ARF is for research purposes only and does not guarentee that all displayed information is accurate.