Autism Journeys recognizes the growing need for treatment of autism spectrum disorders from qualified professionals. We believe individuals with developmental disabilities are people first and should not be defined by their diagnosis, nor should their treatment. Just as typical individuals learn in a variety of ways, individuals with autism should also have the opportunity to learn through a variety of treatment methods.

Our Treatment Approach
Autism Journeys has established an approach encompassing a wide range of scientifically studied methods. Our multi-faceted approach is individualized for each client. Clients at the clinic receive an Individualized Development Plan (IDP). The IDP is designed to serve as the compass for your autism journey. Within the IDP are individual journeys (objectives) each with individualized, specific destinations (goals).

Journey areas include:
Joint Attention Skills
Communication & Social Skills
Emotional Regulation & Behavior
Learning & Academics
Sensory Processing
Self-Help & Safety
Home & Community

Each destination is created with input from each member of the IDP team,including our autism specialist, speech-language pathologist, occupational therapist, licensed clinical therapist, psychologist and the parents. This collaborative approach helps ensure all areas of development are being addressed.

The IDP is created within the second month of treatment, allowing the providers to evaluate strengths and weaknesses and establish a positive relationship with
the individual prior to determining specific goals.

You, Me, We, Just Be:
You, Me, We, Just Be™ (UMWB) is a program developed by Autism Journeys to promote positive child-provider relationships and guide individual and group treatment sessions. The UMWB model serves as a roadmap for implementing the IDP and helps ensure a multi-faceted treatment plan is implemented.

You (U) - A relationship based treatment, where the individual directs the interaction and determines the activity. DIR™(FloorTime) and PLAY Project are commonly used approaches during this time. U treatment is critical in developing a positive, trusting and healthy relationship between the individual and provider.
ME (M) - Treatment directed by the provider. providers will use a variety of treatment methods during this time depending on the clients IDP.
Methods may include:
• Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)-Verbal Behavior Modification, Discrete Trial, etc..
• Developmental, Individual differences, Relationship-based approach (DIR)™ also known as FloorTime www.floortime.org
• Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)™ www.pecs.com
• Relationship Development Intervention (RDI)™ www.rdiconnect.com
• Social Behavioral Thinking™ www.socialthinking.com
• Social Stories™ & Comic Strip Conversations™ www.greycenter.org
• Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication- related
handicapped CHildren TEACCH™ www.TEACCH.com
WE (W) -Treatment guided through collaboration between the provider and individual. The provider chooses 2-3 activities representing goals in the IDP. The individual then chooses which activity they prefer to engage in.
Just BE (B) - This is essentially a break for the individual in treatment. They are free to do whatever they choose provided it’s safe and non-intrusive to others. This provides an opportunity for parents and providers to observe carry over from sessions and determine future goals. This time is also when the provider and parents can engage in parent coaching. The parent coaching aspect of our approach allows families to learn skills and techniques to work with their child on their own, leading to a long-term decrease in time, money, and frustration.

Monitoring Progress:
To ensure accurate treatment, we strongly believe in monitoring and documenting each client’s progress. All clinic sessions are documented and provided to each team member for review. Written monthly reviews and quarterly meetings are held with families to enable the entire team to meet and discuss individual journeys and destinations. Parents are provided documenting materials to track their child’s progress at home. Finally, video monitoring and feedback is available for home and center use when needed.

24/7 Provider Access:
All clients with an IDP are provided 24 hour/7 day access to on-call providers for emergency situations.

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