Our 8 year old son has been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder; and is non-verbal. So, over…read morethe last few years, we have taken him to multiple Speech Pathology providers. Unfortunately, they are all basically the same: An evaluation is conducted by a recently graduated SLP, weekly therapy appointments are scheduled, and then each week the therapist sits with our son and plays for an hour; while they scribble notes feverishly. In the meantime, our son has shown absolutely NO Progress! I am not saying, we have never had a good therapist, we have; but the good ones shortly move on to a better opportunity. These providers remind me of a "puppy mill" that on the face, look like they are offering genuine quality; but in fact, have no substance, and like the "puppy mill" are only interested in making profit! Too bad it is at the expense, of families with special needs children. Even worse, is the fact that these children, will never get this wasted time back; and for them, this time of early intervention is priceless!
KidPro is a breath of fresh air, because they provide an intelligent, unique, and in my mind, obvious approach to helping children with ASD. Since the founders have a background in both Speech Pathology and ABA, it allows them to incorporate both together, as a mechanism to provide more productive therapy services. For example, ABA is used as the vehicle to facilitate the lesson or skills being taught; while Speech Pathology offers the elements necessary for use of his AAC and communication skills. Since these professionals oversee all aspects of your child's treatment plan; you can rest assured that the therapist is being supervised, and adheres to that plan.
Our son, over the last few months, has shown progress in multiple areas including: brushing his teeth, washing hands, dressing, and utilizing his AAC more frequently for communication. This progress has even been recognized by his school; and they are now working with KidPro to help improve issues that he faces at school.
In summary, KidPro is far from being just a Speech Language Provider; they are able to help you address specific issues; that you as a parent, of a Special Needs Child, face on a daily basis.